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More Than 1 Million New Curable Sexually Transmitted Infections Every Day: Study

Among people aged 15-49 years, every day, there are more than 1 million new cases of curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs), revealed data released today by the World Health Organization.




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Combination Immune Therapy Reduces Genital Herpes Outbreaks

Combination of a vaccine and a medicated cream was found to be a promising strategy to dramatically reduce the recurrence of genital herpes, said Yale investigators.




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Blocking Zinc Uptake Could Prevent Gonorrhea Infection

Blocking key mineral zinc uptake was found to stop gonorrhea infection, the widespread sexually transmitted infection, revealed study by the Institute




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Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Work Productivity Loss

There need to be better management and treatment of men with erectile dysfunction, typically in the workplace as the burden might be significant. Erectile




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Relationship Abuse Among Female Teens on the Rise

A new Michigan State University study has found that female adolescents are found to experience relationship abuse at alarming rates. Specifically researched




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HIV Afflicted People Have a Higher Risk of Age-Related Illness

HIV patients have higher chances of acquiring specific age-related diseases such as the increased occurrence of heart disease, COPD, and bone fractures.




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Concussions may Lead To Erectile Dysfunction In Retired NFL Players

Concussion symptoms, including loss of consciousness, disorientation, or nausea after a head injury, might lead to low testosterone and erectile dysfunction




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No Link Between Extreme Personal Grooming and STDs Identified

Shaving or waxing pubic hair may not raise the risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), stated new study. Previous research and many media reports




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New Link to Male Infertility Found

Undiagnosed sexually transmitted chlamydia infection on men may be linked to loss of fertility among men. A study led by Queensland University of Technology




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Oral HPV DNA Detection in Teen, Young Adult Females

Human papilloma virus DNA was detected in 6.2% of 1,259 participants (ages 13 to 21) at baseline but oral HPV detection became less likely with time since becoming sexually active, said researchers.




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Menopause Isn't the Only Reason for Low Libido in Older Women: Study

New study reports the various reasons behind the lack of libido among women in their 60s. The findings of the study are published in the journal iMenopause/i.




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Families Talking Together Intervention Helps Reduce Adolescent Sexual Risk Behavior

Adolescent sexual risk behavior is lowered with involvement of parents and healthcare providers, stated new study. Now, a randomized clinical trial




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Poor Prenatal Oral Health Has a Significant Effect on Infants

Poor maternal oral health can significantly affect the health of the infants, finds a study conducted at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.




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Does Vaping Stain Your Teeth?

Teeth exposed to cigarette smoke over a period of two weeks can lead to discoloration very quickly but e-cigarette vapor or vapor from glo, a tobacco




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Age-Related Macular Degeneration Linked With Chronic Periodontitis

bAge-related macular degeneration is linked to chronic periodontitis/b, recent research presented at the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) reports.




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Natural Product to Rebuild Teeth and Treat Dental Cavities Developed

Suffering from dental cavities? This convenient and natural product developed by researchers could rebuild teeth and treat cavities without today's costly and uncomfortable treatments.




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3D Printed Drug-filled Dentures can Reduce Fungal Mouth Infections

Using 3-D printers to build dentures filled with microscopic capsules that periodically release Amphotericin B, an antifungal medication could help better




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Why are Dental Caries Hard to Treat?

Bacteria and fungal organisms responsible for causing dental caries can only be treated by disrupting their protective bio-film, which these organisms make to protect themselves from antibiotics.




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Dental Experts Put Patient's Care Above All

A definitive checklist of events that should never be faced by a patient has been drawn up to ensure the best patient care worldwide, says a recent research.




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Keeping Bacteria Away from Dental Braces

While clear, plastic aligners have grown in popularity as alternatives to bulky, metal braces, these appliances can become easily contaminated. A new




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Material That Could Regenerate Dental Enamel Developed

New approach developed by Queen Mary University of London researchers can create materials with remarkable precision and order that look and behave like dental enamel.




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New Way to Predict Caries Progression Discovered

An increase in the concentration of several substances in the oral fluid serves as the indication of dental caries development. Researchers from Russia




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Water Fluoridation May Prevent Dental Decay

Water Fluoridation may reduce dental decay in U.S. children and adolescents, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the iJournal of Dental Research/i.




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Now You Can Put Plasters to Your Mouth Ulcers

Plasters for mouth ulcers have been developed by experts at the University of Sheffield. The research team created these plasters using special polymers which are able to stick to moist surfaces.




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Tooth Decay Risk Higher in Young Adults Born With HIV

Chances of tooth decay are higher in young adults who are born with HIV, finds a new study. The findings of this study are published in the IMicrobiome/I journal.




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Nanoparticle-based Approach Detects and Treats Oral Plaque Without Drugs

A drug-free nanotechnology-based method for detecting and destroying the bacteria that cause dental plaque has been devised by bioengineering Associate




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Future of Bioengineered Tooth Replacement In New Therapies

The field of bioengineered tooth has received a great deal of attention in the past few years as it has shown potential to regenerate.Bone marrow cells promote stimulation of bioengineered teeth.




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Stem Cells Extracted from Baby Teeth Can Help Regrow Dental Tissues

Dental stem cells extracted from baby teeth can help in the regeneration of dental tissues, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published




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Protein's Role in Curbing Initiation of Inflammation Identified

University of Pennsylvania researchers and colleagues have identified protein Del-1 that plays a key role in getting the body back to normal after inflammation.




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Opioid Prescriptions from Dentists Linked to Youth Addiction Risk

Dental painkillers put teens and young adults at increased risk for opioid addiction in the following year, a study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found.




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Self-Care Techniques Ward-Off Facial Pain in TMD

Facial pain in temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are commonly treated through oral appliances such as splints and bite guards. However, patients feel




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Novel Dental Fillings Could Last Twice as Long: Study

Novel dental filling material is two times more resistant to breakage than standard fillings, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the journal i Scientific Reports/i.




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Alerting Patients to Their Risk of Gum Disease Improves Inflammation and Dental Hygiene, Says Study

Use of psychological techniques to communicate the risk of developing periodontal disease to patients improved their dental hygiene over a three month period.




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Gum Bacteria Implicated in Alzheimer's, Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gum disease bacterium was found to travel throughout the body, exuding toxins linked to Alzheimer's disease, rheumatoid arthritis and aspiration pneumonia, reported new findings.




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Dentists Help Identify Domestic Violence Victims

Dentists can be the first line of defense against domestic violence, said researchers from The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix and




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How to Protect Protruding Teeth From Damage?

Protruding teeth in kids are more prone to injuries and long-term consequences. Therefore, regular dental check-ups, especially for kids, are necessary to protect their dental health.




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Almost 81 Percent Antibiotics Prescribed by Dentists are Unnecessary: Study

Most antibiotics prescribed by dentists to prevent infections prior to dental visits are unnecessary, reports a new study. A new study conducted by




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Respiratory Exposures in Dental Clinics May Up Occupational Lung Disease in Dentists

Frequent exposure to dangerous microscopic, airborne particulates, and gases during dental procedures may increase dental professionals' risk of developing




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Dental Braces Won't Always Bring Happiness: Here's Why

Wearing dental braces can straighten your crooked teeth, but it may not always bring happiness and self-confidence, reports a new study. Research undertaken




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Sugar (and) Global Health Community's Neglect Ups Oral Health Crisis

Oral health has been separated from routine healthcare and health policy for too long, despite the fact that oral diseases constitutes a major global




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Dental Checkups Lower Among Elderly Minorities

Checkups with the dentist are showing a decline among immigrants, and racial and ethnic minorities in the US. Oral health is linked to healthy aging;




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Doctors Extract 526 Teeth from 7-year-old Boy's Jaw

In a rare surgery, doctors have extracted an astounding 526 teeth from the mouth of a seven-year-old boy. The surgery was performed at Chennai's Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, doctors said.




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Mobile Tower Radiation Ups Oral Problems Risk

Radiation from mobile phone towers was found to increase oral problems, said a doctor at Saveetha Dental College and Hospital. "The environment plays




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Elite Athletes Have High Rates of Oral Disease Despite Brushing Twice Daily

Elite athletes have poor oral health despite brushing their teeth more regularly than most people, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the iBritish Dental Journal/i.




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Key Molecules Discovered Could Help Tackle Tooth Loss and Regeneration

New study sheds light on the science behind the periodontal ligament formation, which helps to keep the tooth stable in the jawbone. This improved understanding




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Poor Oral Health can Affect Physical and Mental Well-being

Oral health is an important part of overall physical and psychological well-being. Poor oral health is linked to decreased quality of life, depression,




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Type 2 Diabetics Should Discontinue Insulin In Older Age

Type 2 diabetics who were in poor health were mostly continuing their insulin intake after age 75 compared to their counterparts in better health./br According




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Oral Health Plays an Essential Role in Overall Health as We Grow Older

Poor oral hygiene can lead to potential health complications in older adults. Therefore, health care professionals need to promote good oral hygiene among older patients, according to a new study.




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Tooth Loss Tied to Higher Risk of Heart Disease

Individual's who have lost their teeth due to nontraumatic reasons may have a higher risk of developing heart disease. The causal association between




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Toothache Treatment: Antibiotics Not Necessary

In most cases, antibiotics are not recommended for toothaches, announced The American Dental Association (ADA). This guidance, published in the November