Sleep apnea linked to weak bones and teeth
People with obstructive sleep apnea may be at risk for low bone mineral density, which can weaken bones and teeth and is an indicator of osteoporosis.
Sleep apnea linked to weak bones and teeth
People with obstructive sleep apnea may be at risk for low bone mineral density, which can weaken bones and teeth and is an indicator of osteoporosis.
Genes may connect mouth diseases and cancer
The same genes that affect diseases in our mouths may be linked to other diseases, including certain types of cancer.
Genes may connect mouth diseases and cancer
The same genes that affect diseases in our mouths may be linked to other diseases, including certain types of cancer.
Vaping may lead to more cavities
Vaping e-cigarettes and similar devices are associated with a higher risk of cavities, researchers report.
Extinct monkey teeth help zero in on age of human fossils
The teeth of a monkey that went extinct about 500,000 years ago is offering clues to the ages of fossils of human ancestors in South Africa.
Extinct monkey teeth help zero in on age of human fossils
The teeth of a monkey that went extinct about 500,000 years ago is offering clues to the ages of fossils of human ancestors in South Africa.
Smart mouthguard uses bite to control all kinds of devices
People with limited hand function could use a new mouthguard to control devices like computers, smartphones, and wheelchairs with their bite.
Microbes can form ‘superorganisms’ that take over teeth
Bacteria and fungi can join forces to form “superorganisms” that sprout “limbs” to walk and leap across teeth, researchers have discovered.
This reptile’s odd chompers clarify life after mass extinction
An extinct reptile’s oddly shaped chompers and bones suggest some creatures and plants bounced back quickly after a mass extinction.