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Research Shows Possible Metabolic Links Between Periodontitis and a High-fat Diet
A study has found that a high-fat diet can have lasting implications on a person's oral health. The research findings were presented in the Journal...
The Effects of Menopause on Oral Health: Xerostomia Risk Is High
As women age, their chances of developing an oral mucosal disorder or xerostomia increase, especially with the onset of menopause. Statistical differences caused several...
Bacteria Found in Pickles Helps Improve Oral Health & Reduce Caries
It's long been established that there's a clear bidirectional relationship between the foods your patients eat and the state of their oral health. However, the exact...
Study Examines the Link Between Mental Health and Oral Health
Is the phrase mind over matter true? A group of scientists has decided to test this theory by evaluating whether a person's sense of...
Periodontitis May Affect Conception: Further Study Is Necessary
Periodontitis is chronic, degenerative, and, unfortunately, a common disease that affects a large population. It's the cause of most of the common and serious...
Study Shows Botox May Help TMJ Patients without Significant Bone Changes
Botulinum toxin (or Botox) injections is an innovative treatment for patients who suffer from intense pain in their jaw and facial muscles. A recent...
Geriatric Patients with Poor Dental Health Linked To Respiratory Issues
The American Society for Microbiology published an article in the journal mSphere titled, "Tongue Microbiota and Oral Health Status in Community-Dwelling Elderly Adults" that discusses...
Researchers Find Groundbreaking Connection between Oral Bacteria and Stroke
Finnish researchers at the University of Tampere have some findings that show the presence of common oral bacteria in cerebral emboli for the first time. The...
Research Examines Whether People Are Genetically Predisposed to Tooth Decay
A study published in Pediatrics, "Genetic and Early-Life Environmental Influences on Dental Caries Risk: A Twin Study," revealed that a person's genetics does not...
Global Study Unveils Breakthrough Discovery in Regenerative Dentistry
The scientific journal Nature Communications recently published a breakthrough study that is poised to further advance the field of regenerative dentistry. The study unveiled new information about...
Research Looks at Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dental Professionals
The majority of our education in dentistry rightfully consists of increasing our patients' quality of life by addressing current dental issues and preventing future...
Study: Periodontal Disease Increases Risk Esophageal and Gastric Cancer by 43%-52%
Scientists have long hypothesized that periodontal disease may increase someone's chances of developing cancer in the future. The topic was explored in an article...
Researchers Build a Smart Dental Implant that Resists Bacterial Growth
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a smart dental implant. The implant will resist bacterial growth and generate electricity from its piezoelectric...
Science Shows Dental Pain Better Treated with Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Than Opioids
Dentists play an active role in managing the dental pain of their patients. It's important for every dental professional to maintain a delicate balance...
Clinician-patient Relationships Lessen Anxiety in Pediatric Patients
Children are inarguably the most sensitive and anxious type of patient for dental professionals (DP). They don't know what to expect from a visit,...
Research Questions the Accuracy of Oral Health Advice Given by Non-Professionals
Maternal oral health is a determining factor in a child's risk factor of decay. Many people don't realize that a mother's dental practices while...