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Recent Dental & Oral Articles

Health Tip: Feeling Thirsty?
Possible reasons for excessive thirst

Smokers More Likely to Bleed After Throat Surgery
Understanding link may help doctors better counsel patients before operations

Laser Technology Spots Cavities Before They Start
It might someday help lessen dentists' reliance on the dreaded drill

New Therapy Freezes Out Esophageal Cancers
Cryoablation attractive option for older patients with other medical issues, team says

Hearing Loss May Be More Widespread Than Thought
White, Mexican-American men at highest risk, survey shows

Health Tip: Dental Care for Seniors
Suggestions for brushing

Gummy Bears Join Cavity Fight
Treats sweetened with xylitol cut levels of bacteria in children's plaque, study finds

All Newborns Should Have Ears Screened, Task Force Says
Up to 3 of every 1,000 U.S. babies born with hearing loss, experts note

Health Tip: Keep Teeth in Tip-Top Shape
Help prevent dental problems

Thickness, Location Predict Skin Cancer’s Spread
Thicker tumors boost risk almost fivefold, German study finds