From trauma to a toenail fungus, there are many reasons why you may have a black toenail. Here's what it means, how to treat ...

Alembic to expand their U.S. commercial portfolio with FDA-approved PIVYA for the treatment of women with uncomplicated ...

A 2023 randomized controlled trial in the Journal of Dentistry found that the bulk-fill base technique reduced procedure time ...

Dental care delays are common, but they come with risks. Learn what causes them and how we can change the pattern.

An immunocompromised woman’s cat stirred up a lot more trouble than usual (for a cat). In a recent case report, doctors ...

Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered that an oral drug called MA-5 can improve both heart and muscle problems in ...

Dental infections can become much more dangerous when the immune system is weakened, as it is during chemotherapy. While dentistry is an ancient practice, oral medicine was only recognized by the ...

It’s important to note that tooth infections require professional treatment to fully resolve. While the body’s immune system can sometimes manage mild infections temporarily, it’s unlikely to ...

However, a tooth infection can spread to other body parts if a person does not receive prompt treatment. Once the infection has spread, it can quickly lead to severe and potentially life ...

Once diagnosed, oral thrush is treated using antifungal medications. The type and strength will be chosen depending on the symptoms and severity. To curb symptoms while waiting for the infection to ...

1. Chlorhexidine: One medication frequently encountered in dental settings is chlorhexidine, an antibacterial mouthwash commonly prescribed for gum disease and oral infections. While chlorhexidine is ...