Written by Miriam E. Tucker, for Medscape October 21, 2022 Please note that researchers published the study covered in this summary on Research Square as a preprint that has not yet been peer-reviewed. Key Takeaways The link between type 2 diabetes and periodontitis was bidirectional in a retrospective cohort study of a representative sample of Taiwanese adults older than 40 years of age... 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 »
During the Covid-19 pandemic, many people stopped going to the dentist and the problems are now starting to be seen. Gum disease gets worse when it is left untreated, as it is an inflammatory condition that can potentially lead to serious health issues such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, people with advanced gum disease, or periodontal disease, are... read more »