Ava Barros[email protected]Sleep DentistryWhat your teeth say about sleep qualityThere may be a link between dentofacial traits and sleep quality, with protruding facial profiles and anterior crossbites emerging as potential predictors of sleep disorders in young adults, a study published in BMC Oral Health reports.February 25, 2025BrainOral health may be a promising area for dementia preventionOral 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, 2025OrthodonticsHow obesity can negatively affect orthodonticsA higher body mass index may affect orthodontic treatment by altering craniofacial development and periodontal response, according to a review published in Seminars in Orthodontics.February 21, 2025GutThe surprising effect tooth loss has on the bodyTooth 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, 2025SugarYou may be juicing your way to bad oral health, moreShort-term juice-only diets may negatively affect oral microbiota and increase gut bacteria linked to digestive issues, inflammation, and mental decline. This study was recently published in Nutrients.February 17, 2025PeriodonticsGum disease may be linked to abscessesAcute periapical abscesses may occur more often in patients with periodontal disease than in those without the disease, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.February 17, 2025Cardiovascular4 ways oral health can protect your heart this Valentine's DayThis 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, 2025Dental HygieneSmooching your way to better oral healthWhile kissing may transfer germs, couples this Valentine's Day may be pleased to learn that when they express their love this way, it may also offer several oral health benefits.February 14, 2025Oral-Systemic LinkGestational diabetes, more linked to lack of oral careReceiving 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, 2025CardiovascularIncreased stroke risk may be linked to common mouth germStreptococcus 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, 2025Previous PagePage 14 of 42Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesMultiple complaints lead to arrest of imposter dentistA woman was arrested for allegedly running an illegal dental practice after several people reported to authorities that they experienced complications after she performed their dental work.PodcastsPodcast: Let's talk about the dentist, stress, and burnoutSmile DesignClinical tip: How to properly remove alignersIndustry UpdatesThese companies paid big bucks to U.S. cliniciansSponsor ContentJoin Us
