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Microvascular Diabetes Complications Linked to Moderate/Severe Gum Disease

Relationship was mediated by comorbid dyslipidemia

Sep 11, 2024
EASD over a photo of IFEMA Convention Center in Madrid, Spain.
Fluoride at Twice the Recommended Limit Tied to Lower IQ in Kids, U.S. Report Says

Report marks the first time a federal agency has determined this association

Aug 22, 2024
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Wait, Maybe Periodontal Disease Doesn't Promote Rheumatoid Arthritis (or Vice Versa)

Danish study suggests surprising explanation for association

Jul 08, 2024
A computer rendering of periodontitis.
Missing Teeth and Joint Pain? RA May Be Imminent

You may not even have to ask if patient has had periodontal disease

May 02, 2024
A computer rendering of pliers extracting a tooth from a lower jaw.
As Bans Spread, Fluoride in Drinking Water Divides Communities Across the U.S.

Many believe fluoride may be harmful despite evidence to the contrary

Apr 18, 2024
A photo of a bumper sticker on the back of a car which reads: Fluoride, there is poison in the tap water.
Getting a Dental X-Ray? New Recommendation Says You Don't Need a Lead Apron

Advocacy and education needed to change more minds about the apron, according to an expert

Feb 03, 2024
A photo of a female dentist positioning an x-ray machine next to her male patient who is lying under a lead apron.
Toothbrushing Linked to Lower Risk of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia

Brushing also tied to decreased ICU mortality, need for mechanical ventilation

Dec 18, 2023
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AMA Delegates Make Short Work of Proposals on Abortion

But a bid to add vision, hearing coverage to Medicare lasted longer in the spotlight

Jun 13, 2023
AMA over a photo of the lobby of Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Study Suggests Path Connecting Periodontal Disease With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Exposing immune system to citrullinated bacterial proteins seen as trigger

Feb 22, 2023
A computer rendering of periodontal disease.
Can Chewing Sugar-Free Gum in Pregnancy Prevent Preterm Birth?

Xylitol gum use linked to lower rates of periodontitis, which has been tied to premature births

Feb 04, 2022
SMFM over a computer rendering of a transparent pregnant woman
End of Life and COVID-19; DCIS Doubles Cancer Risk; Training for 'Bad News'

News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues

May 28, 2020
Cancer cells with OncoBreak in the center.
Baby Teeth May Identify ADHD

How a child metabolizes nutrients and toxins may play a role in ADHD and autism

Sep 26, 2019
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Does Alzheimer's Disease Stem From Infection?

Scientists debate, and one company targets gingivitis bacterium to slow Alzheimer's progression

Jul 17, 2019
AAIC over a photo of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Study Quantifies Dental, Jaw Risks With Denosumab

10-year data suggest oral issues common

Feb 14, 2019
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