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By Kevin Henry

March 6, 2020

Vaping changes oral microbiome, increases perio risk

By Tony Edwards

Vaping changes a user's oral microbiome and makes the mouth more prone to inflammation and periodontal disease, according to a new study by researchers from the New York University College of Dentistry.

March 3, 2020

URI scientist awarded $2.2M grant to study oral bacteria

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health has awarded a five-year $2.2 million grant to a scientist at the University of Rhode Island (URI) to study oral bacteria.

December 2, 2019

Burning incense linked to changes in oral bacteria

By Theresa Pablos

Burning incense is associated with changes to oral bacteria, including those from the Streptococcus family, according to a recent study from an international team of researchers. The findings suggest that even occasional incense use can alter the composition of the oral cavity.

November 5, 2019

Study seeks perio, RA link to oral microbiome health

By Tony Edwards

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and periodontitis are chronic inflammatory diseases that share common risk factors. Researchers conducted periodontal exams on patients with rheumatoid arthritis to determine what bacteria were present and how these patients might benefit from periodontal treatment.

September 24, 2018

Hygiene Insider: Dentistry after dark? Floss Bar extends hygienist hours

By Tony Edwards

February 6, 2018

Oral bacteria's role in healthy blood pressure

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

The importance of maintaining healthy mouth bacteria goes beyond just oral health, writes periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg. He looks at the research that examines the role of oral bacteria in preventing elevated blood pressure.

February 6, 2018

Study seeks best cleanser for denture biofilm

By Tony Edwards

While keeping dentures clean can be a challenge, it is important for a patient's oral health to try to eliminate Candida albicans biofilm that grows on these appliances. A new study tested three denture cleansers on three different denture resins to find out how effective they are against this fungus.

February 6, 2018

Certain oral bacteria may help prevent head and neck cancer

By Lori Roniger

Can maintaining a healthy oral microbiome reduce the risk of head and neck cancer? Since research suggests a relationship between oral bacteria and these types of cancer, investigators examined whether pre-existing differences exist between the oral bacteria of people who develop these often fatal cancers and those who don't.

January 16, 2018

Which carious pathogens are in your patients' mouths?

By Tony Edwards

Would telling your patients that carious pathogens are lurking between their teeth spur them to take brushing and flossing more seriously? The first study to measure the presence of specific bacteria and fungus in interdental biofilms may allow you to do just that.

October 23, 2017

New direction for preventing early childhood caries?

By Lori Roniger

Bacteria and yeast are jointly responsible for early childhood caries, previous research suggests. Now a new study has isolated the surface molecules on yeast that interact with bacteria to form some biofilms, potentially leading to a novel strategy to fight this disease.

July 31, 2017

Study: Oral bacteria linked to pancreatic cancer risk

By Donna Domino

When certain bacteria are found in a patient's mouth, it may indicate an increased risk for pancreatic cancer, according to a study presented by U.S. researchers at the recent meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research.

April 25, 2016

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