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Researchers consider water fluoridation as effective prevention of tooth d
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 30 (ANI): Researchers have demonstrated the low environmental footprint of water fluoridation compared to other preventive measures for tooth decay. Research findings also strengthen the case internationally for water fluoridation programs to reduce dental decay, part
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Study reveals consuming sugary diet in childhood may cause memory trouble
Updated : 4 years, 11 months ago IST
Washington [US], April 4 (ANI): While it is known that the consumption of sugary beverages in large quantities may cause health issues including obesity, diabetes and tooth decay, a new study has found that drinking sugary beverages early in life may lead to impaired memory in adulthood.
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Clinical study finds new target drug for treating toothaches
Updated : 4 years, 11 months ago IST
Washington [US], March 27 (ANI): For people with tooth decay, drinking a cold beverage can be agony, but now a clinical study led by researchers at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute found that an ion channel called TRPC5 acts as a molecular cold sensor in teeth and could serve as a new dru
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Fillings not best option for treating tooth decay in children: Study
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington D.C [India], Nov 28 (ANI): Fillings may not be the best way to tackle tooth decay in children, suggests a recent study.
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Sugar-free chewing gum leads to less tooth decay: Study
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 24 (ANI): While chewing gum is associated with several benefits, researchers have found that sugar-free gum is far better as it reduces the development of dental cavities in adults and children.
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Chewing sugar-free gum can reduce tooth decay: Study
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], Nov 20 (ANI): In a recent study, the researchers at King's College London have found some evidence that chewing sugar-free gum could help in reducing the further development of dental caries (cavities) in adults and children.
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How helpful are warning labels on sugary drinks?
Updated : 7 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], May 25 (ANI): Warning labels may deter people from buying sugar-laden drinks, finds a study.
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Poor guidance delays kid's first trip to dentist
Updated : 8 years ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 19 (ANI): According to a new poll, lack of guidance for parents may delay their child's first trip to the dentist.
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Poor oral health ups frailty risk in older men
Updated : 8 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Jan. 05 (ANI): Oral health is really important for over-all wellness, as a study has recently warned that tooth loss, gum disease, tooth decay and dry mouth is linked to increased risks of frailty in older adults, especially men.
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Busting Myths on Oral Health Care- Is your Smile Healthy?
Updated : 8 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 4 (ANI): Researchers are developing new means to prevent tooth decay. One study found that a chewing gum that contains the sweetener xylitol temporarily retarded the growth of bacteria that cause tooth decay.
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Scared of dentists? You are more likely to have tooth decay
Updated : 8 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], April 20 (ANI): Are you afraid of visiting a dentist and this dental phobia is not letting you treat your decayed tooth?
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Tax on soft drinks can cut childhood obesity: Study
Updated : 8 years, 6 months ago IST
London [England], Dec. 18 (ANI): Imposing sugar tax on soft drinks and other sugary drinks can potentially improve health of thousands of adults and children by reducing rates of obesity, diabetes and tooth decay, reveals a study.
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