A new clinical study suggests that successful root canal treatment may benefit more than just dental health. Patients treated ...

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(CNN) — Two teeth from a man who lived approximately 4,000 years ago have been discovered to have an abundance of bacteria that primarily cause tooth decay and gum disease. The rare find could help ...

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Dentists battle tooth decay and gum disease on a daily basis. Now British researchers have lent them a hand by discovering a new species of bacteria that could be a possible contributor to both.

In Nigeria, access to dental care remains limited, particularly in rural areas, while awareness of preventive oral health practices is still low.