Unilateral transoral robotic surgery for HPV-positive tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma is associated with fewer complications, shorter hospital stays, and comparable survival compared with bilateral surgery.
Researchers report significant improvements in breath odor and oral health after four weeks using a natural essential oil rinse in patients with obesity and periodontitis.
A review of 10 studies with 233 patients found limited benefits and potential safety risks associated with mouth taping for obstructive sleep apnea and mouth breathing during sleep.
New laboratory analysis found widespread use of neotame, a potent artificial sweetener, in most disposable e-cigarettes sold in the United States, including nicotine-free and nicotine-analogue products.
A phase 3 randomized clinical trial found that cytisinicline, a partial agonist at α4β2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, improved smoking cessation rates compared with placebo, with higher abstinence rates and reduced craving over 24 weeks.