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Researchers Assess If Increased Protein Intake Affects Oral Health and Microbiota Composition
Oral health and nutrition are closely related. This relationship is most evident in older adults who often suffer from a decline in both oral health and nutritional status. Multiple studies have identified low protein intake among older adults as...
Systematic Review Analyzes the Association Between Daily Toothbrushing and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
Researchers found a cost-effective tool that could potentially reduce the incidence of pneumonia among hospitalized patients, and it's not your typical medical device - it's a toothbrush. A study conducted by a team from Brigham and Women's Hospital set...
Oral Health and Pregnancy: Research Examines Prenatal and Dental Providers’ Knowledge and Practice Behaviors
Poor maternal oral health has been associated with adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes and early childhood caries. An estimated 75% of pregnant people develop gingivitis, with only about 40% of pregnant people receiving dental hygiene care during pregnancy. Additionally,...
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