NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A team of scientists in London may have found a way to repair tooth enamel using an ingredient found in an unexpected place: human hair. Researchers at King’s College London experimented with keratin, the same natural protein found in hair, skin and nails, on teeth. In lab tests, the system “has shown …
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The dreaded root canal may be necessary for good oral health, but it could also potentially lower inflammation and improve blood sugar and cholesterol, according to a new study. Researchers from King’s College London followed 65 patients for two years after they received successful root canals for a common dental infection and …
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A deep clean at the dentist may benefit more than just your oral health. In a two-year study of people with periodontitis or severe gum disease, researchers from University College London (UCL) found that those who got intensive treatment — a full-mouth deep cleaning with regular follow-ups — had slower thickening and …
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< div class=”featured featured-video video-ct” data-v-5f342d4c> < div class=”contain” data-v-5f342d4c> <!–> Dentist shares symptoms of ‘chemo mouth’ Dr. Rajiv Saini, a dentist and periodontal specialist from Katy, Texas, discusses one of those lesser-known side effects of chemotherapy and radiation for cancer patients. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of …
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Cavities are incredibly common, affecting 90% of adults between the ages of 19 and 64 — but they are often preventable. Also known as “dental caries,” cavities are damaged areas in the hard parts of the teeth caused by tooth decay, according to Mayo Clinic. These areas become tiny openings or holes that can lead to toothaches, infections and even …
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Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health.
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