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Oral health may be a promising area for dementia prevention

Oral health issues may be linked to the risk of dementia, making it a promising research focal area for prevention and care, according to a letter published in The Lancet.

February 24, 2025

Woman Dementia Alzheimer

The surprising effect tooth loss has on the body

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health, an animal study published in BMC Oral Health reports.

February 20, 2025

Missing Tooth Space Pixie Me

4 ways oral health can protect your heart this Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day, protecting your heart might start with your smile. Here are four ways a consistent oral health regimen benefits your heart.

February 14, 2025

Heart Toothbrush Admin Design

Gestational diabetes, more linked to lack of oral care

Receiving preventive dental care during pregnancy may lower the risk of gestational diabetes and high blood pressure, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 13, 2025

Pregnant Woman Dental Exam Andrey Popov

The critical connection between oral health and mental health

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

Brain Puzzle Dementia

Increased stroke risk may be linked to common mouth germ

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

Stroke Skull Xray

Study connects oral microbiome changes to mouth cancer

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

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

Woman Depression

Gum disease plus diabetes damages more than health

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

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

Brain Puzzle Dementia

Caries may be linked to diabetes incidence

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

January 21, 2025

Tooth Caries Cavity

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