Tooth regeneration therapy enters first human clinical trials in JapanA groundbreaking human trial in Japan is exploring a revolutionary treatment to regrow teeth. Researchers have identified a way to activate...
08 May, 2026, 11.56 AM IST
Top cardiologist warns: Bad breath isn’t just dental issue, it could be sign of heart disease. What to do?A leading cardiologist, Dr. Pradip Jamnadas, has warned that persistent bad breath could be more than a dental issue—it may signal underlyi...
19 Oct, 2025, 02.26 PM IST
Not just cholesterol, poor oral hygiene can also give you a heart attackA recent study reveals a potential link between oral bacteria and heart attacks. Researchers discovered that bacteria, especially viridans ...
09 Sep, 2025, 11.18 AM IST
Scientists warn 83 million Americans are skipping this life-saving habit. A simple daily routine can prevent stroke riskResearch to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025 reveals that flossing can significantly ...
08 Feb, 2025, 12.09 AM IST
Chewing gum existed 9,700 years ago! Stone Age hunter-gatherers munched on resin to prevent tooth decayA variety of substances with similar properties, such as resins from coniferous trees, natural bitumen, and other plant gums, are known to ...
19 Jan, 2024, 11.28 PM IST
7 reasons to prioritise oral hygiene this yearWhen harmful bacteria builds up in your mouth, that can lead to a lot of health scares over time.
23 Apr, 2023, 08.47 PM IST
Govt to allow sale of some drugs sans prescriptionThe DTAB has approved a list of OTC drugs which includes medicines like antifungal infections, analgesics (pain killers), cough syrups, dec...
20 Jan, 2022, 06.47 AM IST
Scientists developing chewing gum that could reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmissionIncubating samples obtained from nasopharyngeal swabs from Covid-positive patients with the gum, they showed that the ACE2 present could ne...
04 Dec, 2021, 06.16 PM IST
Bad oral health will not only get you in trouble with the dentist but could also raise Covid riskResearch shows that people with poor oral health can end up with more severe symptoms.
16 Nov, 2021, 05.25 PM IST
Perfetti Van Melle, Mars Wrigley seek clarity from Haryana govt over ban on chewing and bubble gumsLast week, the state government’s Food & Drug Administration (FDA) banned sale of chewing gum, bubble gum and similar products for three mo...
06 Apr, 2020, 04.13 PM IST
Another reason to say cheers! Wine may be good for oral healthPolyphenols in wine help prevent gum disease and cavities.
24 Feb, 2018, 11.59 AM IST
Bad breath, swelling and bleeding gums can be warning signs of diabetesBad dental care can increase the levels of bacteria & inflammation in body, which can worsen your existing diabetes.
17 Nov, 2017, 04.02 PM IST
It's not just bad breath, oral hygiene is important to avoid dementiaThe bacteria from infected gums are capable of entering the brain through nerves or through the bloodstream, thus increasing the risk of Al...
21 Feb, 2017, 02.20 PM IST
E-cigarettes not a 'healthy' replacement, may kill mouth cellsThe vapours from an e-cigarette increase the risk of infection, gum disease inflammation and even cancer.
20 Nov, 2016, 05.41 PM IST
Wild blueberry extract can help fight gum inflammationScientists have discovered that wild blueberry extract could prevent dental plaque formation, an advance that may lead to a new therapy for...
03 Sep, 2015, 12.38 PM IST
Seven things your breath is trying to tell youAlmost all bad breath odours are caused by anaerobic bacteria living in the back of the tongue, throat and tonsils.
27 Jul, 2015, 01.17 PM IST
- Ranbaxy Labs enters deal CD Pharma to market INERSAN
Ranbaxy Laboratories has entered into an exclusive in-licensing agreement with CD Pharma to market the INERSAN brand in India and Nepal.
18 Mar, 2008, 12.59 PM IST