Health News Archives

Women Smokers Lose 14.5 Years Off Life Span
November is lung cancer awareness month, and doctors urge everyone to kick the habit

Dental Implants Need More Work Than Root Canals
Review suggests preserving natural teeth should be top priority for patients, clinicians

Rheumatoid Arthritis May Harm Gums
Periodontal disease rises as the joint ailment worsens, research shows

Health Tip: Fluoride Use by Children
How much do they need?

Hormones May Be to Blame for Women’s Cavity Rates
Reproductive pressures, dietary preferences all contribute, anthropologist suggests

Pain More a Cause of Arthritis Than a Symptom
Nerve cells may help spur inflammation, study shows

Bisphosphonates Cause Rare Eye Inflammation
Finding just latest in list of potential adverse events for bone-saving medications

An Oral Approach to Heart Disease
Researchers study interaction of mouth bacteria and blood cells

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

Health Tip: Dental Care for Seniors
Suggestions for brushing