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Mouth to mouth tactic may stop dental decay

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University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø researchers are exploring if a unique transplant which involves moving good bacteria from one person’s mouth to another – possibly through a special toothpaste - could be the answer to improving dental health.

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First steps towards a new vaccine for childhood ear infections

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University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø researchers have started work on developing a new vaccine that could help ward off painful ear infections in children.

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