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 recently published report outlining the oral health crisis happening worldwide has been published by the The World Health Organization (WHO). Just last November 2022, the Global Oral Health Status Report published determined that there are 3.5 billion people affected by one or more oral diseases. Not only that, but over 1 billion new cases of oral disease have been... read more »
When it comes to vaping, this habit harms the teeth and oral health in ways you may not have been aware of before. But now, recent research affirms that aerosols created through vaping coat your teeth surfaces, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. The effects of this can linger long after you have vaped and can often cause irreversible... read more »
By Alex Dagostino, DrBicuspid.com associate editor October 10, 2022 -- Oral health is linked to everything from Alzheimer's disease to arthritis, but evidence of the association between the mouth and mortality is still lacking. Researchers analyzed the link between tooth loss and death in older adults in a recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Oral health... 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 »
A research team at Severance Hospital has found that patients with periodontal disease have a higher risk of suffering from cancer, which stresses the need for proper dental care. A Severance Hospital research team has discovered that patients with periodontal disease have a higher risk of suffering from cancer. Periodontal disease causes gum inflammation due to the increased bacteria in... read more »
A visit to the dentist's office could provide a glimpse into your heart and brain health. More than an estimated 100 diseases can show symptoms in the mouth. For instance, periodontal disease, which results from infections and inflammation of the gums and bone that support and surround the teeth, is more common and may be more severe in people with... read more »
By Martha Henriques Your teeth and gums have a wide-ranging impact on your health, from your risk of Alzheimer's to diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Crowded, misaligned and riddled with cavities and inflamed gums, our teeth are infamous for their flaws. The modern human is unusual in the level of painstaking, daily intervention that we need to make sure our teeth... read more »
A new study has put to rest a common misconception among dental patients that the patient and dental staff are at a greater risk of exposure and transmission of COVID-19 whether for a routine dental cleaning, having a root canal or getting dental implants. The study was carried out by Ohio State University researchers to assess the likelihood of COVID-19... read more »