The global restorative dentistry market is expected to grow to $25.9 billion (£19.2 billion) by 2025, new research has found. The report, published by Grand View Research, pointed to the growing number of dental practices and corporate practices moving into the sector as one of the main reasons for the compound annual growth rate (CAGR)…

Pericoronitis occurs when the wisdom teeth do not have enough room to erupt through the gums. As a result, they may only partially come through the gum, which may lead to inflammation and infection of the soft tissue around the wisdom tooth. If wisdom teeth only partially erupt, gum flaps may develop. These flaps are…

The Anthogyr team has been boosted by the appointment of Krishna Patel as territory sales specialist Dental professionals keen to benefit from cutting-edge implant systems and CAD/CAM will now have improved access to Anthogyr’s extensive portfolio of products and services. The company’s GB team has been boosted by the appointment of Krishna Patel as territory…

People with scalloped tongue have tongues with indented, rippled, or scalloped edges. Scalloping is the most noticeable on the outermost sides of the tongue. Scalloped tongue is sometimes called rippled tongue, crenated tongue, piecrust tongue, or lingua indenta. The condition is rarely painful or a sign of more serious complications, but knowing the cause of…

A toothache is a pain in and around the teeth and jaws. Tooth decay, an infection, loose or broken fillings, or receding gums can cause it. If the pain lasts for more than 1 or 2 days, it is best to see a dentist immediately to have it treated. Until then, the following simple remedies…

Lie bumps are small red or white bumps that occur on the tongue and cause discomfort. “Lie bumps” is the common name for transient lingual papillitis. People used to believe that these bumps appeared on a person’s tongue when they lied. While this superstition is long forgotten, the name has stuck. This article explores the…

Xanthan gum is a food thickener made from bacteria that infect numerous plants. It is an ingredient in a wide variety of foods, as well as products such as toothpaste. Though it may offer some health benefits, it is used primarily to change the texture of food, not for any specific health need. Xanthan gum…

Peri-implantitis continues to remain prevalent among implant patients, causing considerable complications to the individual. The advanced inflammation it elicits has been shown to induce pathological changes at the interface between the implant and surrounding tissue, inducing resorption of the alveolar bone in which the implant is anchored and ultimately causing failure. Bacterial accumulation and the…

An analysis of microbes sampled from the mouths of more than 120,000 people has found that two types of bacteria that lead to gum disease are also linked to higher risk of esophageal cancer. Researchers have identified certain species of oral bacteria that influence the risk of esophageal cancer. The study — led by NYU…

Hairy tongue is a medical condition where the surface of the tongue takes on a discolored and furry appearance. Although it may seem unpleasant, hairy tongue is a relatively harmless condition that can be easily dealt with in most cases. Here, we will discuss what hairy tongue is, how it can be triggered and how…