Tooth demineralization, the loss of essential minerals such as calcium and phosphate, is a common condition affecting many people. When teeth lose these minerals, dentin tubules become expos...
Faculty of Dentistry
The high incidence of caries among children in Indonesia has drawn the attention of five students from the UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG UGM). These students have researched chewing gum cont...
Eleutherine bulbosa, a plant native to Kalimantan, has shown potential as an alternative cancer treatment. This discovery comes from research conducted by UGM students in the Student Creativ...
The 2018 National Basic Health Research results show that 92.6% of children aged 5-9 experience dental caries problems due to high consumption of sweet foods among children. To support th...
Dental plaque is composed of bacteria from food residues in the mouth.
Each country faces unique food-related challenges. For instance, Singapore lacks land to produce its food, leading to an annual increase in rice imports.
The World’s Universities with Real Impact (WURI) has ranked the UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG UGM) among the top 50 in the world in their recent release on Friday (Jun 7).
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) participated in the 1st Indonesian Education Expo in Qatar, organized by the Indonesian Embassy in Doha on May 11-12, 2024, at the Rotana Hotel, City Center, D...
Something noteworthy occurred during UGM’s postgraduate graduation ceremony on Wednesday (April 24) at Grha Sabha Pramana. One of the graduates, Aulia Ayub, was recognized as the younge...
The UGM Faculty of Dentistry is marking its 76th anniversary this year.
The world of dental restoration treatments boasts diverse materials, and the widely embraced composite resin stands prominently among them. This material is favored for its exceptional ae...
Gingivitis, the inflammation of gums, is a prevalent oral cavity ailment, trailing only dental caries in frequency but boasting a relatively high prevalence. This affliction, which impact...
The irreplaceable role of teeth in daily functions like chewing and speech is well-known, but tooth decay and loss can become a reality as time takes its toll. The loss of teeth can be du...
Driven by concern for the accumulation of organic waste, Rachael Tiono and her colleagues from the UGM Faculty of Dentistry processed peels from fruits and plants such as baby pacitan orang...
Five UGM students have researched the potential of microalgae, specifically Chlorella vulgaris, as a treatment for mouth cavity wounds, particularly traumatic ulcers in type 2 diabetes mell...
A team of five UGM students has developed an herbal mouthwash innovation using breadfruit leaves. This innovation began with an in-depth study of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis), a plant ...
The mouth is an essential part of our life. Some would even say the mouth is a window to one’s health.
Despite the importance of proper tooth brushing in preventing oral and dental health problems, most Indonesians do not brush their teeth correctly. “Only 2.8 percent of the population h...
Since the passing of the pandemic, discussions have revolved around the disparities in welfare and healthcare accessibility within communities. The distribution of medical personnel tends...
Ninety students from 10 dentistry faculties in ASEAN and Japan participated in a summer course program at the UGM Faculty of Dentistry, engaging in dental learning and discussions for seven...
UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG) conducted surgical treatment for cleft lips and palates and orthodontic and pediatric dental care for 40 children in East Kalimantan held from July 20-22, 202...
The UGM Faculty of Dentistry organized a summer course, “Strategies to Develop and Valorize Multifunctional Regenerative Implants and Scaffolds.” This summer course is one of the acad...