tooth decay
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The researchers found that 38% SDF stopped tooth decay in more than half of the affected baby teeth when the treatment was applied every six months.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
Researchers have found that arginine, an amino acid naturally present in saliva, plays an important role in reducing tooth decay.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 9, 2026
She has also experienced tooth decay, and her dentist suggested the gabapentin might be a contributing factor, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 25, 2025
Currently, a patient with tooth decay in several teeth or severe gum disease - both of which require complex treatment - would need to be treated over multiple appointments, which is costly and time consuming.
From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2025
I shove the half-lemon in, shove Grandma out, tell myself the English bloke has glandular fever, cold sores, and tooth decay, the trifecta of unkissability, like every other hot male in Lost Cove.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
