Researchers at King's College London have identified a novel potential in a commonly used drug for treating type 2 diabetes. They found that Metformin could serve as an effective means of preventing both oral and systemic diseases. The study, conducted by researchers from the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, revealed that Metformin has the capability to regulate inflammation... read more »
Caring for your oral health offers more than just a beautiful smile; it also plays a crucial role in your overall well-being. If you're searching for ways to enhance your health, paying attention to your teeth and gums is essential. While it may not be immediately obvious, your oral hygiene significantly influences your physical health. Healthy gums, in particular, offer... read more »
A study conducted by a team of researchers in Japan has found a potential connection between gum disease, tooth loss and brain shrinkage in the hippocampus. The hippocampus plays a crucial role in memory and has been associated with Alzheimer's disease. Led by Dr. Satoshi Yamaguchi, PhD, from Tohoku University in Sendai, the study focused on late middle-aged and older... read more »
Having both diabetes and tooth loss contributes to the worsening of cognitive function and quicker cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new study published in a special issue of the Journal of Dental Research focused on aging and oral health. “Our findings underscore the importance of dental care and diabetes management for older adults in reducing the devastating personal and societal... read more »
Researchers have newly discovered a correlation between periodontitis and fibrosis scarring to an appendage of the heart’s left atrium that can lead to atrial fibrillation (AF). This was found to be the case in a sample of 76 patients who have cardiac disease. Periodontitis, an advanced type of gum disease, can often cause various dental issues, including bad breath, bleeding... read more »
Bleeding gums can arise because of periodontal diseases, which severely affects both your gums and teeth. In fact, many periodontal diseases, such as gum disease, happens because of harmful oral bacteria and dental plaque buildup. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) posits that you may actually be able to control this harmful buildup and the bleeding it may... read more »
Recognizing these can help prevent simple dental problems from becoming worse by Barbara Sadick, AARP, September 30, 2022 The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on oral health. Because of the current fear of getting sick, people have either avoided seeing their dentist or have been unable to go because of dental office shutdowns. Unfortunately, the consequences are being seen now. In 2021, the... read more »
When examing gum disease, Fusobacterium nucleatum (F. nucleatum) is one common kind of bacteria that thrives in periodontal disease. It affects the gums and jawbone, and if untreated results in unstable teeth and tooth loss. In recent years, F. nucleatum has been linked to conditions ranging to everything from colorectal cancer to the premature delivery of babies. Now there is... read more »
By Joan Mbabazi People who smoke are likely to develop stains on their teeth from the nicotine and tar in tobacco products. To make matters even worse, the teeth can turn yellow for those who are light smokers, and almost brown for those who smoke for a long time. Health experts emphasize that smoking tobacco has been connected to conditions... read more »
Lung function diminishes with increasingly severe gum disease, according to research from Norway that was presented at the recent EuroPerio10, a world congress in periodontology and implant dentistry organized by the European Federation of Periodontology. Previous research found that dental cleaning, including harmful plaque removal, is associated with a reduction in symptom flare-ups in those patients struggling with chronic obstructive... read more »