Do you use Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash? It may increase your cancer risk, claims a studyA study in the Journal of Medical Microbiology warns of increased cancer risks associated with regular use of Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash...
18 Jun, 2024, 04.32 PM 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
Study suggests simple saliva test can spot early heart disease riskA simple saliva test may show the first warning signs of cardiovascular disease, according to a study. Researchers found that high levels o...
18 Aug, 2023, 07.30 PM IST
How oral hygiene affects brain health? New study reveals link between gum disorder and Alzheimer's diseasePeriodontal (gum) disease has been linked to the formation of amyloid plaque - a marker of Alzheimer's disease by scientists. In a study, i...
11 Jul, 2023, 05.33 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
Dr Alexander Gaidukov gives serious reasons to quit smoking. Read hereDr Alexander Gaidukov has given three reasons not known commonly to encourage you to quit smoking. He suggested that cigarette smoking coul...
08 Dec, 2022, 01.12 PM IST
Simple oral hygiene could help reduce COVID-19 severity, study findsThe research, published in the Journal of Oral Medicine and Dental Research, shows that there is emerging evidence that specific ingredient...
21 Apr, 2021, 03.38 PM IST
Take care of your teeth: Poor dental health may up hypertension riskPeople with periodontal disease were 20 per cent less likely to reach healthy BP ranges.
23 Oct, 2018, 06.31 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
- Sipping red wine may ward off your gum disease
London, Feb 23 (IANS) Suffering from gum disease? Sipping a glass of red wine may help combat the harmful bacteria and other pathogens that...
23 Feb, 2018, 07.27 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
Oral bacteria may help spot pancreatic cancer, says studyPancreatic cancer patients are known to be susceptible to gum disease, cavities and poor oral health in general.
21 Apr, 2016, 12.37 PM IST
IAN invests undisclosed amount in stem cell research startup Transcell BiologicsThe company plans to utilize the investment for productization of the stem cell- based platforms in both the therapeutic and non-therapeuti...
31 Mar, 2016, 01.00 PM IST
Effective tips to deal with bad breathUnpleasant breath doesn't just indicate health problems but could also be one of the crucial reasons for a relationship problem.
25 Dec, 2015, 06.12 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
India, Bangladesh have 80 per cent smokeless tobacco usersThe report says that there is sufficient evidence to conclude that smokeless tobacco causes oral cancer, esophageal cancer and pancreatic c...
15 Dec, 2014, 11.15 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