Periodontal 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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Is periodontal disease a risk factor for oral cancer?

A new study released in Evidence-Based Dentistry has identified a link between age, gender, and development of oral cancer.

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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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Depression and stress link to severe gum disease

​A study reveals that psychosocial factors such as depression, stress, emotional vulnerability and Type A personality are associated with more severe...

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New classification of periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions

​A new global classification system for periodontal health, diseases and conditions, as well as peri-implant diseases and conditions, has been...

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People with diabetes less likely to visit dentist

​A US study has revealed that people with diabetes were less likely to visit the dentist compared with those who had prediabetes or did not have the...