How does diabetes promote periodontitis?
Diabetes increases the risk of periodontitis - but how? Specialists from the University of Pennsylvania conducted research on mice and made some interesting discoveries. Among other things, they...
Can electronic cigarettes lead to oral disease?
Are e-cigarettes safe? There would certainly be those who would definitely answer yes, however, doctors are increasingly of a different opinion. One of the most recent reports on the health effects...
Will a vaccine win against periodontal disease?
Everyone has probably heard that there are vaccinations against measles, influenza or pneumococcal disease. Scientists have not been idle and are still working on new vaccinations to prevent further...
Which vitamins for healthy teeth and gums?
Daily hygiene and check-ups at the dentist are the foundation of healthy teeth and gums. However, we must not forget about vitamins and minerals, which are equally important. Only some of these are...
The future of dental biomaterials
In the field of dentistry, the aspect of cavity fillings and implantology deserves attention, due to the changing demands of dental treatment. It is estimated that there is a decreasing demand for...
Intraoral protectors as part of dental prevention
Intraoral protectors find their application in dental prophylaxis. They are mainly used by people involved in contact sports, both professional and amateur. Due to the properties of the materials...
How to solve the 4 most common dental problems after 50?
Joint pain, problems with eyesight, the circulatory system and a weaker memory - these are the ailments most commonly complained of by the elderly. Far less frequently mentioned are the oral health...
Hidden tooth infections may increase risk of heart disease
Heart attack through neglected teeth? That's as likely a scenario as possible. A study by Finnish researchers confirms that untreated inflammatory foci in the mouth affect the cardiovascular system...
Lack of or numerous cavities in the teeth can lead to various diseases
Recent scientific reports carried out at various centres (including the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis and Nagoya) have shown that missing teeth, numerous cavities, gum disease or chronic...
Stress and the state of our teeth and periodontium
Stress, especially chronic stress has been described as the 'killer' of the 21st century. It leads to problems with concentration, falling asleep, irritability, headaches, eating disorders or...
Pre-cancerous conditions in oral diseases
Approximately 4% -7% of malignant tumours, are oral cancers. Many times, this condition is preceded by a condition that has evolved to the level of malignancy. Pre-cancerous diseases are precisely...
Saliva - disorders of secretion
Saliva is an organic secretion that is a mixture of the secretions of the various glands in the mouth. When its secretion is disturbed, we may speak of xerostomia, i.e. reduced salivary secretion,...
"Minimal" dentistry in the face of prevention
Minimally dental interventions are, by definition, the least invasive methods possible for combating the demineralisation of enamel and the development of caries. They involve the early detection of...
Damage to tooth enamel - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Enamel is the tissue covering the dentin within the crown of the tooth. It is made up of approximately 98% dihydroxyapatite crystals (an inorganic compound) which makes it very durable. The remaining...
Aphthous ulcers - types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Aphthous ulcers are a common ailment in people of all ages. They are very painful ulcers (cavities of the mucous membrane in the mouth), spherical in shape and 1 to 3 cm in diameter. They most often...
Oral bacteria and their contribution to caries formation
The mouth is home to all kinds of bacteria and it is their natural habitat. Their presence and ability to multiply should therefore come as no surprise.
Toothache - causes and symptoms
Everyone has experienced toothache in their lives. It can be triggered by a very large number of pain stimuli (pathophysiological, thermal or mechanical).
What is EIS?
EIS is a spectroscopic impedance method for the diagnosis of carious lesions.
Does fruit damage enamel?
Everyone strives to have a beautiful smile and healthy teeth.
Gingivitis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Most patients who visit the dentist think that they should only care for their teeth. There is no greater misconception, because it is not only our teeth that need looking after, but also our gums...
