Oral-Systemic Link: Page 5

Enriched artificial saliva may protect teeth in cancer patients
By Ava Barros
An artificial saliva mouthwash may safeguard teeth in patients with head and neck cancer by reducing bacteria and aiding disease control.
January 16, 2026
Close-up of a man pouring mouthwash into a lid.
Childhood oral health linked to elevated atherosclerosis risk in adults
By Melissa Busch
Childhood oral health may be linked to a heightened risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
January 14, 2026
Microscopic view of red blood cells flowing past fatty arterial deposits.
Gum disease may be a risk factor for pancreatic cancer
By Ava Barros
A new study’s findings emphasize the importance of treating gum disease to reduce related systemic inflammation.
December 16, 2025
Close-up of dental examination with medical tools examining teeth.
Time for a dental care protocol for heart transplant patients?
By Ava Barros
Severe gum disease was linked to a higher risk of sepsis in heart transplant patients.
December 12, 2025
A red heart sits next to a white and red toothbrush.
Do you know the hypersensitivity risks of antiseptic rinses?
By Ava Barros
More patients are experiencing hypersensitivity effects like chronic hives to topical antiseptics, especially with chlorhexidine.
December 10, 2025
Close-up of a woman's mouth and chin showing a dermatitis breakout.
Tooth loss may be linked to depression
By Ava Barros
Patients with tooth loss may benefit from cognitive evaluation and interventions.
December 5, 2025
A man sits next to a wall with his hands covering his face.
Root canals may reduce heart disease, diabetes
By Ava Barros
Successful root canal therapy may be linked to better glucose control, short-term improvements in cholesterol, and decreased inflammation markers.
November 26, 2025
Surgical procedure with gloved hands using medical instrument under blue lighting
Give feedback on early detection of oral cancer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA Living Guideline Program is seeking feedback about its oral cancer early detection recommendations.
November 19, 2025
Dental mouth examination with dental mirror showing teeth and oral cavity.
How dentists can spot patients with cardiovascular risks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Heart Association Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative, with Delta Dental of California, creates a standard of care for heart health screening in the oral healthcare setting.
November 18, 2025
A woman wearing a blood pressure cuff smiles at a nurse who is monitoring her blood pressure.
Texas dental school to study oral cancer pain management
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry researchers have received three U.S. National Institutes of Health grants totaling $6 million.
November 17, 2025
A woman scientist looks through a microscope at a lap sample.
Periodontitis may subtly damage the brain
By Ava Barros
People with gum disease may be more likely to have cerebral small vessel disease, a neurological condition with an increased risk of stroke and dementia.
November 12, 2025
Medical brain scan showing red blood vessels in side profile against translucent skull.
Caries, gum disease may be tied to increased stroke risk
By Ava Barros
Merging dental care into routine medical assessments and promoting good hygiene habits may reduce stroke risk across the population, a study suggests.
November 10, 2025
Medical illustration of a human brain.
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