Do you know the link between oral and ocular health?
2021-10-06
Visual impairments and systemic causes of eye problems, including diabetes and heart disease, have been associated with a decline in oral health, according to a
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Medications Could Affect Long-Term Oral Health Among Younger Adults
2021-06-24
Many younger adult dental patients are taking medications that could affect their long-term oral health, so dental providers should review their medication histories regardless of
Proactive Collaboration Between Dentists and Physicians Is Key to Improving Care
2021-05-31
As more research shows links between oral and systemic health, dentists and physicians are collaborating to improve care. Awareness Reputable medical and dental journals feature
Diabetes and Oral Health
2021-05-18
What is the Relation of Diabetes and Oral Health? Why are diabetics more likely to have issues with their teeth and gums? High blood sugar
Support from Primary Care Providers Improves Oral Health in Patients With Diabetes
2021-05-12
Individuals with diabetes are at greater risk of developing oral health problems such as gum disease, yet care for these issues are usually split between
Committee Meets to Develop Medical-Dental Integration Framework
2021-04-20
Recognizing the significant role that oral health plays in overall health, the National Association for Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD), funded by the Centers for Disease
Digital Tool Proves Suitable for Periodontitis Screenings
2021-03-03
The FDI Digital Disease Profile Assessment tool is a suitable resource for oral professionals who want to screen their patients for mild, moderate, or severe
Dental teams identify more than 8% of patients with undiagnosed diabetes
2020-11-16
Dentists and dental teams identify more than 8% of undiagnosed diabetes diagnoses, according to research. More than 1,100 dental patients were assessed using a FINDRISC
The Link between Diabetes and Oral Care
2020-11-07
Risks and precautions of Dental Diseases as a Diabetic What dental diseases are you prone to if you have diabetes? Dental diseases are a part and
Mechanism Connecting Periodontitis With Other Inflammatory Diseases Uncovered
2020-10-21
The link between periodontal disease and other inflammatory conditions such as heart disease and diabetes has long been established. But the mechanism behind that association
Sugary Beverage Sales Drop 38.9% After Philly Enacts Tax
2020-07-20
Philadelphia’s tax on sweetened beverages led to a 38.9% drop in the volume of taxed beverages sold at small, independent retailers and a significant increase
Sugar Tax Models Improve Health and Save Costs
2020-06-23
A simulation model of different designs of taxes on sugary drinks suggests that all tax designs would generate substantial health gains and reduce health costs