Researchers Discover Mechanism Involved in Dental Inflammation

Researchers from the University of São Paulo in Brazil have uncovered links between the processes responsible for dental pulp inflammation and damage to the root apex. These findings have the potential to pave the way for the development of medications that can mitigate bone loss resulting from endodontic infections. The results obtained by the research team were recently disseminated in... read more »

Study Finds Diabetes Drug Could Prevent Gum Disease

Researchers at King's College London have identified a novel potential in a commonly used drug for treating type 2 diabetes. They found that Metformin could serve as an effective means of preventing both oral and systemic diseases. The study, conducted by researchers from the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, revealed that Metformin has the capability to regulate inflammation... read more »

Did You Know That Preventing Periodontitis Can Save Billions?

When it comes to treating poor oral health – the costs are extraordinary.  To avoid incurring such expenses, a recent European article concluded that over €100bn could be saved by working to prevent periodontitis by halting gingivitis in its tracks before it can spread and damage vital gum tissue leading to bone and tooth loss. Just in the UK, eliminating... read more »