New 'smart' material to help fight tooth decay
Scientists have developed a filling material with tiny particles made by self-assembly of antimicrobial drugs which is designed to stop bacteria in its tracks.
Jan 31, 2018, 17:09 PM ISTOral health: Watch out for the mercury in your mouth
The World Health Organisation (WHO) considers mercury as one of the top 10 chemicals or groups of chemicals of major public health concern.
Apr 24, 2017, 09:03 AM ISTTake a pill to keep cavities away
A team of health researchers from the University of Florida ahve identified a new strain of bacteria in the mouth that can help in keeping bad bacteria in check
Mar 11, 2016, 14:45 PM IST