Oral Care News

Gum disease linked to impotence

Men with severe gum disease, known as periodontitis, are at greater risk for impotence, according to a new study that finds young men and the elderly at particular risk.

Sports drinks may damage teeth

A recent study found that an alarming increase in the consumption of sports and energy drinks, especially by teenagers, is causing irreversible damage to teeth.

Dental X-rays safe: SADA

The SA Dental Association (SADA) reassured the public that dental X-rays are safe.

Gum disease link to heart disease?

For 20 years, researchers have reported a link between gum disease and heart attacks or stroke, but a new analysis finds that claim seriously flawed.

Dental X-rays tied to brain tumour

Researchers have found a correlation between past frequent dental x-rays and an increased risk of developing meningioma, a common type of brain cancer.

Mouth bacteria affects heart

A type of bacteria from the mouth can cause blood clots and lead to serious heart problems if it enters the bloodstream, a new study indicates.

Bad breath used to help liver

Scientists have found that the odorous compound responsible for bad breath is ideal for harvesting stem cells taken from human dental pulp.

Wheelchair remote control in mouth

Tongue Drive, a wireless device, enables people with high-level spinal cord injuries to manoeuvre an electrically powered wheelchair simply by moving their tongues.

Dentist sentenced for fraud

A former Boston-area dentist accused of substituting paper clips for stainless steel posts in patient root canals was sentenced to 2,5 years in priosn, authorities said.

Liquorice root fights tooth decay

Scientists have found that two substances found in liquorice kill the bacteria responsible for tooth decay and gum disease.