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Why this South African dentist set up shop in the Queensland outback


Cloncurry is rolling out the welcome mat for its first dentist in 16 years. Until now, residents have dealt the best they could with toothaches by using "interesting" home remedies or travelling long distances to see a doctor.



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ADA: Scam alert


If you receive a call from "AKC Global" or "Jenny D‘Souza", these calls are not in any way affiliated with the ADA and are likely to be unsolicited calls or some form of scam. Dental practices from around the country are reporting calls from "AKC Global" claiming to be conducting research on behalf of the ADA and asking to speak to the oral health therapist or dental hygienist in the practice. The calls originate from an international number (+173258*****)


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Dental screening study for preschoolers may help teeth to stay healthy during pandemic


A collaborative study being carried out by researchers from The University of Western Australia, Telethon Kids Institute and Joondalup Health Campus may help preschool aged children to stay healthy and well despite the challenges of face-to-face visits during the COVID-19 pandemic.


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How oral bacteria suppress protection against viral growth


Researchers have discovered details of how proteins produced by oral epithelial cells protect humans against viruses entering the body through the mouth. They also found that oral bacteria can suppress the activity of these cells, increasing vulnerability to infection.


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Disarming a blood-clotting protein prevents gum disease in mice


Blocking function of a blood-clotting protein, called fibrin, prevented bone loss from periodontal (gum) disease in mice, according to new research. The study suggests that suppressing abnormal fibrin activity could hold promise for preventing or treating periodontal disease, as well as other inflammatory disorders marked by fibrin buildup, including arthritis and multiple sclerosis.


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