Gum disease

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Million new mums miss out on free access to NHS dentistry

The British Dental Association (BDA) has said Liz Truss's new administration must urgently move on pledges to reform NHS dentistry, as analysis of...

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Could periodontal health be linked to cognitive decline and dementia?

A new review of available medical evidence suggests that poor periodontal health could have a concerning effect on cognitive decline and dementia.

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New study links gum disease and Alzheimer’s

​Research published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience by Tufts University suggests a connection between F. nucleatum and Alzheimer’s...

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The many and wonderful benefits of chewing gum

National Smile Month, which ended June 16, 2022, has been running along broadly the same lines for nearly half a century. The first event, ‘Smile...

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How one inflammatory disorder exacerbates another

In a new paper in Cell, researchers from the School of Dental Medicine, together with an international team including colleagues at the Technical...

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Evidence grows for vaping’s role in gum disease

A series of new studies by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry highlights how e-cigarettes alter oral health and may be contributing to gum...

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Disarming a blood-clotting protein prevents gum disease in mice

Blocking function of a blood-clotting protein prevented bone loss from periodontal disease in mice, according to research led by scientists at the...

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Gum disease increases risk of other illness such as mental health and heart conditions

A University of Birmingham-led study shows an increased risk of patients developing illnesses including mental ill-health and heart conditions if they...

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Five dental complications you can develop by not visiting the dentist regularly

However, putting off a visit to your dentist could be doing more harm than good.

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New link between gum disease and erectile dysfunction

​New research finds a link between gum disease and erectile dysfunction.

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Fake brushheads risk oral health

Fake electric brush heads are risking the gum health of unsuspecting patients.

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Dentists should 'tell patients of cancer risks'

Dentists should tell patients that there are risks related to periodontal disease.

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Euro campaign aims to reduce burden of tooth decay

The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) is launching the Perio and Caries awareness campaign today (Thursday 11 January) in a bid to call...

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Treating gum disease may help lower blood pressure

​Treatment periodontitis significantly lowered blood pressure among Chinese patients at risk for developing high blood pressure.