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National Poll Results Released on Frequency of Children’s Oral Health Practices
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 46% of children ages two to 19 have untreated or restored dental caries in one or more primary or permanent teeth in the United States.1
The University of Michigan Health...
Researchers Assess If Increased Protein Intake Affects Oral Health and Microbiota Composition
Oral health and nutrition are closely related. This relationship is most evident in older adults who often suffer from a decline in both oral health and nutritional status. Multiple studies have identified low protein intake among older adults as...
Systematic Review Analyzes the Association Between Daily Toothbrushing and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
Researchers found a cost-effective tool that could potentially reduce the incidence of pneumonia among hospitalized patients, and it's not your typical medical device - it's a toothbrush. A study conducted by a team from Brigham and Women's Hospital set...
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