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The critical connection between oral health and mental health

By Kevin Henry

In DrBicuspid's latest video interview, we spoke with Colgate-Palmolive's Dr. Maria Ryan to discuss the mental state of today's dental patient and what dentists and dental teams should know.

February 13, 2025

Increased stroke risk may be linked to common mouth germ

By Ava Barros

Streptococcus anginosus, a common germ in the mouth and gut, may be abundant in stroke patients' intestines, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.

February 11, 2025

Study connects oral microbiome changes to mouth cancer

By Ava Barros

Oral cancer patients may show different bacteria, viruses, and fungi in their saliva, suggesting an imbalance in the microbiota may aid in the development of oral squamous cell carcinoma, according to the American Society for Microbiology.

February 10, 2025

Flossing may cut the risk of stroke, irregular heartbeats

By Ava Barros

Regular flossing may reduce the risk of stroke and irregular heartbeats, according to a preliminary study set to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.

February 5, 2025

Oral cancer patients are thinking about killing themselves

By Melissa Busch

Patients diagnosed with oral cancer experience substantial psychological distress, according to a review.

January 31, 2025

Gum disease plus diabetes damages more than health

By Ava Barros

There may be a link between periodontal disease, diabetes mellitus, and annual healthcare expenditures, with individuals having both conditions paying more. This study was recently published in the Journal of Periodontology.

January 28, 2025

Gum disease may be linked to impaired brain function

By Ava Barros

Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press release.

January 22, 2025

Caries may be linked to diabetes incidence

By Ava Barros

Diabetes prevalence may be linked to higher caries experience, according to a study published in Public Health.

January 21, 2025

Periodontitis may be linked to leading cause of stroke

By Melissa Busch

Gum disease may be associated with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), a leading cause of stroke, in patients with ischemic stroke, according to a new study.

December 10, 2024

Oral germs in pregnant women linked to mental health symptoms

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Certain oral bacteria and their levels in the microbiome of pregnant women may be linked to stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The study was published in BMJ Mental Health.

December 9, 2024

Bone density may be linked to caries

By Ava Barros

Monitoring bone mineral density (BMD) alongside proper oral healthcare may address the potential bidirectional link between BMD and caries, according to a study recently published in Scientific Reports.

December 5, 2024

Factors that may affect head, neck cancer survival

By Ava Barros

Low dental health-related quality of life at the time of head and neck cancer diagnosis may be associated with worse survival outcomes. This research was published in mid-November in BMC Oral Health.

December 2, 2024

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