The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a complex structure that connects the jawbone to the skull. It allows essential movements such as chewing, speaking and yawning. However, repeated popping or clicking of the TMJ can indicate an underlying issue that may lead to discomfort, pain or even dysfunction. Understanding the…
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Processed foods have become a regular part of modern life. From ready-to-eat meals and sugary drinks to packaged snacks and fast food, they offer convenience, taste, and affordability. However, this convenience comes at a cost; especially for our oral health. The mouth is the very first place where…
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In the rapidly advancing field of genetics, few discoveries have sparked as much excitement as CRISPR. It stands for “ Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats.” It was first discovered as part of the natural immune defense mechanism in bacteria. Its utilization in the field of medicine is well recognized…
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What Are Bisphosphonates? Bisphosphonates are medicines that slow down bone loss. Our bones are constantly being broken down and rebuilt. In diseases like osteoporosis, bone breakdown happens faster than new bone formation, leading to weak bones. They help by blocking the cells that destroy bone (osteoclasts). This makes…
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Asking kids to brush their teeth regularly can feel like a daily battle for majority of parents. From the cries of “I don’t want to!” to the distraction of toys and television, getting them to brush properly for merely two minutes, can be a real challenge. Yet, instilling…
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Dysarthria is a speech disorder that affects how words are pronounced due to weakness or poor coordination of the muscles involved in speaking such as those in the lips, tongue, jaw, or vocal cords. While it is often associated with neurological conditions, dental factors can also play a significant role in its…
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Our teeth may be the stars of a great smile, but the real heroes are the gums and the bone that hold them in place. Unfortunately, these supporting structures can become victims of a silent and common enemy; gum (Periodontal) disease. One of the most effective non-surgical treatments to combat…
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Oro-mandibular dystonia (OMD) is a rare but distressing neurological movement disorder that affects the lower face, jaw, tongue, and sometimes the lips. It causes involuntary, repetitive, or sustained muscle contractions that result in abnormal movements or postures of the mouth and jaw. These spasms may be painful and…
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Climate change is the defining issue of current era. Rising planetary temperatures, melting glaciers, increasing extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss are clear signals that people can no longer ignore. Though governments and corporations hold much of the responsibility for addressing the crisis but youngsters around the world have stepped up to demand…
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Climate change is no longer a distant concern. It is the defining challenge of our era. The increasing intensity of hurricanes, prolonged droughts, rising sea levels and devastating wildfires highlight the urgency of taking immediate and collective action. In this global context, the Paris Agreement was adopted in December 2015…
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