Health News Archives

Doctor Visits Are Getting Short Shrift in Tight Economy
More than a third of Americans have cut back on medical care, survey finds

Health Tip: Understanding Gum Disease
Your risk increases with age

Health Tip: Prevent Cavities
Help keep teeth strong and healthy

Gum Disease May Increase Head and Neck Cancer Risk
The threat seems the same for smokers, nonsmokers, study finds

Health Tip: Help Improve Your Dental Health
Your food choices matter

Scientists Bioengineer New Teeth in Mice
They hope feat will someday lead to organ generation for humans

FDA Calls for Stricter Controls on Mercury Fillings
But notes dental devices pose no great risk to most people; consumer organization aghast at ruling

Health Tip: If You Fear Going to the Dentist
Here are suggestions to help calm your nerves

New Weapon Emerges to Fight Kids’ Cavities
Xylitol syrup may protect baby teeth from decay, much like fluoride, study finds

Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link
Discovery helps explain association between the two illnesses