DENTAL RESEARCH

Research Evaluates Associations of Type 2 Diabetes, Dental Diseases, Poor Oral Hygiene, and Heart...

Periodontal and cardiovascular diseases have an established association. A causal link is still being explored. Nonetheless, the two diseases are prevalent and a public health concern. A large nationwide cohort study aiming to "evaluate the association of dental diseases and...

Researchers Investigate Patient Perception of Dental Diagnostic Errors and Strategies to Reduce Occurrences

Diagnostic errors are a serious concern in health care settings. Though many people may only think of diagnostic errors from a medical viewpoint, dentistry also has its fair share of diagnostic errors. It has been estimated that around 24%...

Researchers Find the Mechanism Behind Potential Anticancer Properties in Lidocaine

Lidocaine is a widely used local anesthetic in dentistry, known for its ability to successfully inhibit pain signals from sensory neurons, typically administered through topical creams or injections. Additionally, it has been found to have potential anticancer properties.1 Past research...

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