Ava Barros[email protected]Oral-Systemic LinkThese lung problems may be linked to jaw fracturesPatients may be at an increased risk of pulmonary complications following mandibular fracture surgery if they have certain predisposing factors, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.May 22, 2025PediatricsAsthma plus sports drinks equals trouble for teethProlonged use of asthma medication may be linked to a higher presence of erosive tooth wear. Therefore, children with asthma should avoid acidic drinks, reports a study recently published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.May 21, 2025NutritionHow drinking affects tooth lossPatients who consume about one alcoholic drink daily may heighten their risk of complete tooth loss considerably, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.May 20, 2025CardiovascularGum disease germ may be linked to heart rhythm disorderThe spread of a certain gum disease bacterium to the heart may exacerbate atrial fibrillation, according to a news release dated May 9.May 19, 2025GutMouth ulcers may be linked to anxiety, bowel problemsPatients with recurrent aphthous ulcers may experience anxiety and abnormal bowel movements, with the brain-gut axis potentially playing a role in the onset of these sores.May 16, 2025TMJ/TMDThis tool may prevent oral diseases in real timeA new smartphone application may help dentists monitor bite force in real time, offering feedback to improve diagnosis and treatment.May 15, 2025PediatricsWhat sleep bruxism may say about your kidsSleep bruxism in children as young as 4 may be linked to suppressing symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as other sleep disturbances.May 14, 2025PediatricsIt's OK. Kids can get their teeth bleached.Vital and non-vital tooth bleaching may be a safe procedure for children and adolescents, offering effective color change with minimal side effects.May 13, 2025Hygiene Tools3 things that may prevent tooth lossThese three practices may reduce the risk of tooth loss, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.May 12, 2025PeriodonticsAnti-inflammatory drug may reverse gum disease damageAn anti-inflammatory drug may help repair cell energy systems and restore immune balance in the gums to reverse damage from periodontitis, according to a news release dated April 28.May 9, 2025Previous PagePage 4 of 38Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of drug deal near his office enters pleaA dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case has pleaded not guilty in a separate case in which he allegedly was involved in a drug deal near his dental office.FluorideWhat’s stopping kids from getting fluoride at well visits?Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t liePodcastsPodcast: The keys to transforming patient relationships in dentistryRegulatory UpdatesOpinion: Why advocacy in dentistry matters