Treatment Plan Beats Back Gum Disease in Taiwan
More than 90% of people between the ages of 35 and 44 in Taiwan have periodontal disease, prompting the National Health Insurance system.
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Periodontal Treatment Improves Glycemic Control in Diabetics
Multiple studies have established connections between periodontitis and diabetes, indicating a cyclical relationship where one condition exacerbates the other. A recent review of.
- January 11, 2016
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Pancreatic Cancer Linked to Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease has been seen as a risk factor for a host of systemic issues, including heart disease, kidney disease, and Alzheimer’s disease..
- December 24, 2015
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The Top 5 Clinical Articles of 2015
The year 2015 saw many innovations in practicing dentistry, and we’re proud to share them with you. Here’s a look back at the.
- December 15, 2015
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Diabetics Still Face a Greater Risk of Tooth Loss
There is a bidirectional relationship between diabetes and periodontitis: one can lead to the other, and when both occur, they can make each.
- December 7, 2015
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Ease Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety prevents many people from seeking the care they need. They have poor oral health because they avoid the dentist, and when.
- December 3, 2015
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Osteoporosis Treatment May Fight Gum Disease, Too
The risk of osteoporosis increases with age. As it sets in, so can periodontitis, according to research from the Universidade Federal do Rio.
- December 3, 2015
- 1 minute read
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Biomarkers Tallied for Peri-Implant Disease Potential
Dental implants can be effective in replacing failed or missing teeth, ensuring aesthetics and saving smiles. But poor oral hygiene, residual cement, smoking,.
- October 14, 2015
- 1 minute read
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Protein Blocks Bone Loss in Gum Disease
Bone loss is one of the most significant consequences of periodontitis. Yet researchers at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) School of Dental Medicine.
- October 1, 2015
- 3 minutes read
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Gum Disease
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Anyone can get it, though it affects women more than men, and.
- October 1, 2015
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