Canker pain packs a punch, but can be prevented, treated. Here's how
Anybody who's ever had a canker sore has undoubtedly wondered: How can such a little thing cause so much pain? Despite all the modern-day medical advances, the causes and cure for the common canker sore continue to be elusive.
( By Cheryl Powell, Akron Beacon Journal health writer, 09/17/2002 07:16 AM PDT)

To keep your teeth smiley, brush up and take a bite out of plaque
Q. What are periodontal diseases? Can they make your teeth fall out A. Periodontal (gum) diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis are serious infections that, left untreated, can render you toothless. The word periodontal means ``around the tooth.''
( 09/12/2002 07:22 AM PDT)

Oral disease link to premature birth studied at UK
The teeth and gums of pregnant baboons could help prove a new theory about two serious and common problems for newborns -- premature birth and low birth weight.
( By Barbara Isaacs, HERALD-LEADER STAFF WRITER, 08/20/2002 08:42 AM PDT)

Whitening Treatment Can Cause Tooth Sensitivity
Home tooth-whitening treatments may add luster to your pearly whites, but they can also temporarily make teeth more sensitive--particularly in people with receding gums, study findings show.
( Reuters, 08/20/2002 11:34 AM PDT)

Dental fillings unlikely to cause mercury poisoning
A range of ailments that some people attribute to the mercury in "silver" dental fillings are more likely to be caused by other factors, German researchers report.
( BY STEPHEN PINCOCK, Reuters, 08/06/2002 08:01 AM PDT)