Mouthwash, with or without ethanol (ethyl alcohol), contains various ingredients that can be dangerous if consumed in large quantities, resulting in unwanted or severe symptoms. However, most adults ...

The results of this preliminary study suggest that this mouthwash was a safe and effective therapy for reducing the signs and symptoms of oral lichen planus. However, the therapeutic effectiveness ...

Purpose: The stability of a triamcinolone acetonide mouthwash and its efficacy in treating oral lichen planus are described. Results: The mouthwash had a satisfactory shelf life and was well ...

Menopause can cause changes in your oral health. A dentist explains what changes you can expect from menopause and what you ...

Researchers have discovered how a compound found in a caterpillar fungus may be able to disrupt the out-of-control cell growth that drives cancer. The findings represent an important step toward ...

(3,4) Antifungal therapies that reduce the Malassezia population have been shown to be effective in managing the condition. (5) However, the development of resistance in these fungi poses a growing ...

Every tax season, the IRS comes out with various warnings and reminders to taxpayers about how to avoid problems with their filings. Usually, this is in response to common mistakes that taxpayers ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MDCheilitis is a group of inflammatory conditions that cause the skin of the lips to become ...

Bacteria living inside other cells can form stable, mutually beneficial partnerships with their hosts, but it is rare that two organisms are sufficiently compatible on their first encounter.

He recalls the historical use of cloves during the Black Plague for pain relief and their application in early dentistry, ...

A doctor is recommending people drink more of an affordable beverage that can greatly improve health and well-being. The ...