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Understanding the link between IBD and periodontal disease
A new study has shown that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often coexists alongside periodontal disease.
IBD is frequently identified in periodontal disease patients. Evidence for...
Researchers find a link between oral bacteria and brain abscesses
New research has shown that bacteria known to cause oral infections can lead to life-threatening brain abscesses.
A study from researchers at the University of...
Discovering the oral bacteria that could be behind common diseases
Researchers have identified oral bacteria that could play a key role in causing other common diseases, such as cancer.
A team from the Karolinska Institutet...
Poor oral health affects nearly half of the world’s population
A new report provides the first-ever analysis of oral health with data profiles for 194 countries, providing insight into the burden of oral diseases...
Gum disease may exacerbate mental health and heart conditions
Novel UK research has revealed that the risk of developing mental health and heart conditions may be increased by gum disease.
The study, led by...
Can the dentist play a vital role in detecting Type 2 diabetes?
Dentists could play an integral role in the identification and early detection of people at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Research out of...
Fluoride causes defects in the tooth enamel, study finds
Researchers at NYC College of Dentistry have discovered that changes within enamel cells due to excessive fluoride can lead to fluorosis
The research, published in...
Research uncovers new findings on oral chronic pain disorder
Researchers are finally taking steps towards providing better diagnosis and treatment for the oral chronic pain disorder known as the Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS).
BMS...
HPV oral infection rates lower than expected, according to England study
A new study reveals that rates of high risk HPV oral infection are lower than expected, and that smokers and individuals who are more...
Council of European Dentists event tackles oral health inequalities
A number of policymakers, health professionals, academics and representatives of healthcare organisations have gathered at the Council of European Dentists (CED) event to discuss...
Can wine polyphenols protect you from gum disease?
New research from the American Chemical Society has emerged that reports how wine polyphenols could be great for combating oral health issues, such as...