Cancer-causing Oral HPV Infection linked to poor oral health

Oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the cause of 40% to 80% of oropharyngeal cancers. A new study reports that people with signs of poor oral health like gum disease and missing teeth are more likely to be infected with oral HPV.

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Permanent Smile Surgery - A Growing Trend In South Korea

A recent Reddit thread linked to a bizarre photo shows a girl who went under the knife for a "new plastic surgery in Asia that curls the corners of your lips." This brings to mind, what majority of those who has seen the photo, a very pronounced Joker-like smile.

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Milk After Eating Cereals May Save Your Teeth

Cereals are one of the most loved breakfast must-haves in every household, and why not when they’re extremely appetizing and preparing them is so quick and easy. 

But, have you ever asked yourself how your favourite cereals affect your teeth? 

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Is root canal treatment painful?

Q: Is root canal treatment painful?

Dr. Michael's American Board Certified Endodontist Dr. Yasmin Al-Zoubaidy says: Root canal treatment doesn't cost pain, it relieves it. A toothache is caused by a damaged tissue within the tooth. Root canal treatment removes this damaged tissue from the tooth, thereby relievin the pain patient feels.

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