Key Takeaways Consistent oral hygiene practices are crucial for preventing dental issues. Regular dental check-ups help ...

When dental implants are inserted, saliva or blood plasma immediately coats them. The implants adsorb a thin layer of proteins from these fluids that help gum tissue attach, but also allow ...

Dental plaque is a complex microbial biofilm, not just food debris. The shift from oral health to disease is caused by changes in the balance of plaque’s microbial community, not just the presence of ...

Flossing is the healthy habit most of us love to hate. In survey after survey, Americans report dismal rates for consistent daily flossing—and they also admit lying to their dentists about it. But ...

The surface of implants, as well as other medical devices, plays a significant role in the adsorption of oral proteins and the colonization by unwanted microorganisms (a process known as biofouling), ...