Is there a link between gum disease and Alzheimer's disease? In a 2020 analysis led by the National Institute on Aging, (NIA), scientists suggest that bacteria that cause gum disease are also ...
Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can help prevent arteries from becoming clogged, supporting heart health and reducing the long-term risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as ...
Treating gum disease after a procedure to correct an irregular and abnormally fast heart rate may lower the risk of the cardiac condition reoccurring. The disorder, known as atrial fibrillation, ...
Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press ...
Could taking statins benefit your mouth in addition to your arteries? A new study conducted in cell cultures has shown that cholesterol-lowering drugs help to dampen the inflammation associated with ...
"The findings provide strong evidence that FP 100 could be a game-changer in the treatment of severe gum disease," said Matt Tindall, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Flightpath Biosciences, ...
The article explains how to recognize early gum problems and when to schedule a dental exam to prevent lasting damage.
Laser therapy reduces bleeding and post-operative pain compared to osseous surgery by cauterizing nerve endings and blood vessels. The procedure targets diseased tissue specifically, leaving healthy ...
Researchers at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry are exploring how oral bacteria communicate and whether disrupting this "chatter" may prevent plaque formation and support a healthy oral ...