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Chemistry & Industry Magazine - 16 September Issue
NEWS Chemicals stakeholders must all talk and listen: CIA (page 4) Judith Hackitt, director general of the UK’s Chemical Industries Association (CIA), has used the annual UK Trades Union Congress meeting to call for greater trust between stakeholders and the UK chemicals industry, to ensure future growth. Media’s balanced science... view more... (2002-09-12)

Common antacids could help keep gingivitis at bay
Chemicals commonly used to treat heartburn also display fighting power against the oral bacteria linked with gum disease, according to researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center and Göteborg University in Sweden.   view more (2006-11-03)

Go green for healthy teeth and gums
With origins dating back over 4,000 years, green tea has long been a popular beverage in Asian culture, and is increasingly gaining popularity in the United States.   view more (2009-03-06)

Dairy, Fruits and Veggies May Help Smokers Quit
Milk does the body good — and may help smokers break the habit, say researchers at Duke University Medical Center.   view more (2007-04-05)

Taste sensation: Ads work better if all senses are involved
A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research suggests those advertisers are missing out if their ads only mention taste and ignore our other senses.   view more (2009-07-21)

U of M study shows treatment of periodontal disease does not decrease risk for preterm birth
Researchers at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry have found treatment of periodontal (gum) disease in pregnant women does not significantly alter rates of preterm birth, low birth weight, or fetal growth restriction.   view more (2006-11-02)

The More Oral Bacteria, the Higher the Risk of Heart Attack, UB study shows.
Several studies have suggested there is a connection between organisms that cause gum disease, known scientifically as periodontal disease, and the development of heart disease, but few studies have tested this theory.   view more (2009-04-01)

Treating your periodontal pockets may benefit your pocket book
A new study in the November issue of the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) found that prevention of periodontal diseases may lead to savings on not only dental costs, but also medical care costs.   view more (2007-11-28)

A Breath Mint Made from ... Coffee?
We all know why Starbucks puts boxes of breath mints close to the cash register. Your morning latte can create a startling aroma in your mouth, strong enough to startle your co-workers too.   view more (2009-06-25)

Secondhand smoke proves to be no 'joke' on oral health
A study published in this month's issue of the Journal of Periodontology found that subjects with periodontitis who were exposed to secondhand smoke were more likely to develop bone loss, the number one cause of tooth loss.   view more (2007-04-04)

Caffeine intake prevents risk taking after extreme sleep deprivation
Caffeine use prevents increased risk taking that occurs after several nights of total sleep deprivation.   view more (2009-06-10)

Tongue scrapers only slightly reduce bad breath
Bad breath is a common problem for many people, given the wide variety of substances traveling through our mouths daily. Some people avoid offensive foods and drinks, chew gum, use mouth rinses, or eat mints to mask unpleasant odor.   view more (2006-10-09)

Dry Mouth Linked to Prescription and Over the Counter Drugs
Approximately ninety-one percent of dentists say patients complaining about dry mouth are taking multiple medications, according to a nationwide member survey conducted by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).   view more (2009-07-10)

Stomach ulcer bug causes bad breath
Bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and cancer could also be giving us bad breath, according to research published in the December issue of the Journal of Medical Microbiology.   view more (2008-11-24)

Oral/Body Inflammatory Connection Explained
Is your head where your heart is? It may be now. A strong connection between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been suggested in recent clinical studies.   view more (2009-07-10)

Smoking gun: just 1 cigarette has harmful effect on the arteries of young healthy adults
Even one cigarette has serious adverse effects on young adults, according to research presented by Dr. Stella Daskalopoulou at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress 2009, co-hosted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Cardiovascular Society.    view more (2009-10-27)

Warning for Teens: Teeth and Jewelry Don't Mix
TAU study finds that oral tissue piercings fracture teeth and increase dental complications in early adulthood   view more (2008-06-23)

Researchers report periodontal disease independently predicts new onset diabetes
Periodontal disease may be an independent predictor of incident Type 2 diabetes, according to a study by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.   view more (2008-08-07)

To keep mouths safe, don't just wear a mouthguard; keep it clean
Fractured teeth, neck injuries and abrasions in the mouth, also known as sports-related dental injuries, are ever present among athletes. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, sports-related dental injuries account for more than 600,000 emergency room visits each year.   view more (2007-12-11)

AADR releases its statement on oral health care within health care reform
On July 14, the American Association for Dental Research released its policy statement titled "Oral Health Care within Health Care Reform," which focuses on the scientific base of oral health and its associations to other aspects of health.   view more (2009-07-15)
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