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Could berries hold the key to healthy smiles?
New research has suggested that berries could hold the key to healthy smiles. Scientists have discovered that dark berries, including blueberries and cranberries, contain nutrients, which could help to reduce the risk of dental decay. The research, which has been published in the European Journal of Oral Sciences, suggests that…
READ ARTICLENew study links mental health conditions with elevated risk of oral disease
A new study has linked mental health disorders with an elevated risk of oral diseases. A research project, which has been published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, suggests that experiencing symptoms of illnesses, including depression, can increase the risk of gum disease. Researchers evaluated and monitored both the mental…
READ ARTICLE75% of UK adults are unware of the symptoms of mouth cancer, despite a 135% increase in the number of cases
A new study has suggested that three-quarters of UK adults are unaware of the symptoms of mouth cancer, despite the fact that there has been a 135% increase in the number of cases in the last two decades. Figures published by the Oral Health Foundation show that 75% of people…
READ ARTICLEOral Health Foundation survey reveals poor public awareness of enamel erosion
A new survey conducted by the Oral Health Foundation has revealed that public awareness of enamel erosion is worryingly low. The survey, which was carried out as part of preparations for National Smile Month, shows that many people are unaware of the causes of erosion. Only 54 percent of people…
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