Oral-Systemic Link: Page 29

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
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3D-printed jaw changes cancer survivor's life
By Melissa Busch
An oral cancer survivor in India regained his ability to eat solid foods after undergoing reconstruction surgery to place a 3D-printed titanium jaw, according to news reports. This successful surgery highlights the benefits of 3D printing technology.
March 1, 2020
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Smokers given free cessation kits made more attempts to quit
By Melissa Busch
What would it take for you to try to kick the habit? Free two-week nicotine replacement therapy starter kits given by primary care doctors to smokers increased their attempts to quit, according to a recently published study in Addiction.
February 17, 2020
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FDA seeks help to prevent vaping-related lung injuries
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public call for more information to help prevent future vaping-related injuries. The agency is asking for information on substances used by vapers and ways to make vaping products tamper-proof.
February 13, 2020
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Regular dental care may help prevent strokes
By Theresa Pablos
Gum disease treatment may help prevent hardening of the arteries and maybe even major strokes, according to two new research studies being presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2020.
February 11, 2020
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No butts about it: Used cigarettes emit toxins, study finds
By Melissa Busch
Used cigarette butts, even those that are cold to the touch, may emit the equivalent of 14% of the nicotine that actively burning cigarettes give off, according to a recent study published in Indoor Air.
February 9, 2020
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Sugar substitutes lead to long-term changes in rats
By Theresa Pablos
Sugar substitutes, such as aspartame and stevia, may have long-lasting effects on the brain and gut. New research published in BMJ found that rats with in-utero exposure to low-calorie sweeteners had altered insulin sensitivity, gut bacteria, body weight, and even dopamine pathways.
February 6, 2020
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Eat to improve overall heath, including mouth health
By Dr. Alvin Danenberg
A breakfast sandwich with egg and processed cheese, a glass of juice, and a donut may sound delicious, but it's far from healthy, according to Dr. Alvin Danenberg. Eating this way will damage your gut bacteria and change the bacteria and acid levels in your mouth, putting you on the road to gum disease and tooth decay. He shares better options for both your overall and mouth health.
February 2, 2020
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Leveling up on the oral-systemic link
By Dr. David Rice
Let's talk about the oral-systemic link. We've been working on it in dentistry for decades now, but we still have a tremendous and untapped opportunity happening in dental practices all over the world, writes Dr. David Rice. He explains what this opportunity is and what dentists need to do to help patients and the medical community.
January 27, 2020
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Most lung vaping cases linked to informal sources of THC
By Melissa Busch
The recent outbreak of lung disease linked to vaping appears to be most prevalent in people who vaped THC-containing products obtained from informal sources, such as family, dealers, and online, according to a new report released on January 14 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
January 20, 2020
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Report: Smoking costs add up in healthcare tally
By Tony Edwards
Smoking costs more than $300 billion each year in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But which U.S. states bear the brunt of these costs? Personal finance website WalletHub ran the data and found that Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York had the highest total annual costs per adult smoker.
January 15, 2020
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JADA: Fla. lags in oral cancer prevention, HPV vaccinations
By Theresa Pablos
Florida is lagging behind the U.S. as a whole for oral cancer prevention, according to the findings of a new Journal of the American Dental Association study. Floridians have a higher incidence of oropharyngeal cancer, and they're less likely to get vaccinated against HPV.
January 8, 2020
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