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 »
In the case of patients with periodontal issues, it's crucial to adopt a comprehensive approach to understanding the underlying causes of their condition. These patients may be contending with the presence of red-complex bacteria, which heightens their susceptibility to periodontal disease and tooth decay. According to the CDC's 2018 literature, it's estimated that 71% of adults aged 65 and above... read more »
Editor's Note: This marks the third installment of a comprehensive four-part interview series featuring Dr. Tim Donley, DDS, MSD. Anne Rice: Dr. Donley, you've previously discussed the issue of chronic inflammatory periodontal disease (CIPD). Inflammation, wherever it occurs, is a problematic factor, and while the medical field acknowledges this, it appears that dental professionals are not adequately addressing it. Could... read more »
June is celebrated as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. To mark this auspicious occasion, dental hygienist-turned-educator Jo-Anne Jones reveals how both dental disease and inflammation can actually contribute to brain disease and neuroinflammation and what patients can do to lower their risk of incurring these serious issues. Research has shown that gum health and brain health are closely linked to... read more »
Denmark: Researchers found that heavy smoking may hinder the effect of periodontitis treatment; which is why smoking cessation should be part of periodontal therapy, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Dental Research. Smoking can indeed have a serious impact on the effect of treatment of periodontitis. This widespread condition leads to the degradation of the teeth’s... 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »