Space Flight May be Bad for Your Teeth
2025-06-20
Living in space carries a variety of health risks. The hazards of radiation are well known, so NASA and other space agencies usually set limits
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Omega-3 and Exercise May Ease Tooth Root Infection
2025-06-19
A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports shows that physical exercise combined with omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can help improve immune response and
Oral Bacteria May Trigger Heart Arrhythmia
2025-06-18
A recent study shows that a common oral pathogen may play a key role in the development of atrial fibrosis and atrial fibrillation. Data show
Periodontitis Linked to Macular Degeneration Risk
2025-06-18
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis revealed a significant association between periodontitis and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), suggesting that gum disease may be an important
ADA Forsyth Friday: Effects of Arginine on Major Periodontal Pathogens
2025-06-12
One of the pathogens of greatest concern to dentists and periodontists is Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis). This pathogen is considered the primary etiological agent of
Natural Compound Shows Promise for Gum Disease Treatment
2025-06-07
Targeting senescent cells may help control and potentially reverse periodontal disease, according to Dr. Sinem Esra Sahingul, senior author of a paper on the new
Great Gums! Keep Smiling!
2025-06-07
Following the 2024 Gum Health Day, which aims to inspire young people to take oral health seriously and prevent periodontitis, this year’s celebration aims to
There’s Good News and Bad News About Gum Disease and the Brain
2025-06-05
While periodontitis was associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline, it was not associated with dementia risk. Moderate periodontitis was associated with decreased global
A fully digital approach to soft-tissue and aesthetic excellence
2025-05-28
Implant dentistry has undergone a revolutionary transformation with the advent of digital workflows. These advancements have significantly improved the treatment of patients with periodontal disease
Ask a Friend: Am I Still a Top Clinician without Top Dental Equipment?
2025-05-24
I just wanted to shop around—in a dental catalog. In the age of modern dental technology, it’s easy to aspire to have the latest and
Intermittent Fasting May Suppress Inflammation in Gums
2025-05-23
Intermittent fasting can help reduce gum inflammation and improve certain health markers, even if oral hygiene is temporarily neglected, new research released today by the
Gum Disease Linked to Worse Liver Health
2025-05-23
There is a growing medical understanding that what happens in one part of the body can ripple out to other parts. Now, that idea is