Tag: oral

A dog's oral health impacts overall well-being; tartar builds quickly, requiring vigilant care to prevent serious issues.

A boy in Saudi Arabia had a feather removed from his jaw after using it as dental floss, highlighting the importance of proper oral hygiene.

Over 75% of adults suffer from periodontal disease, which can lead to tooth loss. Early detection and proper care are crucial for prevention.

Dental implants offer a permanent solution for lost teeth, requiring careful aftercare and regular checkups for long-term success.

Wisdom teeth often emerge between 17 and 25. While extraction is common, only misaligned or impacted teeth usually need removal.

Increased YAP expression and heterodimerization of TM4SF19 protein due to oxidative stress in oral cancer cells. (Courtesy of KAIST)/News1 Korean researchers have identified a mechanism by which smoking and drinking promotes oral cancer proliferation.