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Plant Chemicals May Fight Tooth Decay

Brushing and good oral hygiene are the best way to prevent tooth decay, but a new study shows that a chemical found in plants could also help. The chemical occurs naturally in plants and could stop harmful bacteria from infecting teeth and causing tooth decay.  The chemical may also prevent the buildup of plaque. The chemical is called trans-chalcone and… Read More »

  • Posted on: May 21 2015