Systemic diseases

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Periodontal disease linked to Fusobacterium nucleatum

Research on Fusobacterium nucleatum in saliva has demonstrated its central role in the development of periodontal disease and its potential impact on...

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Blood pressure pilot launched

Community Dental Services CIC (CDS) Lincolnshire and Essex are offering blood pressure checks to patients over 40 years old to identify hypertension...

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Oral bacteria could be ‘detrimental to brain health’, says study

The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age, research has suggested.

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Dental flossing could lower the risk of stroke, study reveals

Flossing your teeth at least once a week may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, according to a preliminary study.

Go with your gut

Anne Symons emphasises the need for good oral hygiene for IBD patients.

Preserving oral health

Phil Silver discusses the link between connective tissue disease and oral health.

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Dental staff to help diagnose diabetes through oral health checks

Dental teams in the UK may help to detect the early signs of type-2 diabetes, as research aims to validate routine screening during oral health...

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Oral bacteria can worsen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, study reveals

Periodontal disease affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth and is one of the most prevalent dental conditions in the world. According to...

Providing an education

Kimberly Lloyd-Rees warns of the oral health consequences for patients with Lupus.

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Bowel cancer growth linked to an oral bacteria

A study published in Nature suggests that a subtype of Fusobacterium nucleatum underlies colorectal cancer growth in humans and could be useful in...

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Dealing with decay

Kimberley Lloyd-Rees discusses how abrasion can prove a valuable adjunct to preventive dentistry.

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Poor oral health and oral dysbiosis: what’s the link?

Nina Garlo explores the significant link between poor oral health and systemic diseases.