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Periodontitis May Initiate Alzheimer’s Disease

Long-term exposure to Porphyromonas gingivalis causes inflammation and degeneration of brain neurons in mice...

Oral Bacteria Enlisted in Fight Against Autoimmune Diseases

Scott Kachlany, PhD, who has been working on a therapy proven to kill leukemia...

Periodontal Treatment May Improve Cirrhosis Symptoms

Routine oral care to treat periodontitis may play a role in reducing inflammation and...

HIV-Infected Youth Face Greater Periodontal Challenges

Combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) has been successful at preserving immune function and controlling opportunistic...

Gum Disease May Initiate Autoimmunity Related to Rheumatoid Arthritis

Individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have increased levels of gum disease and...

Good Nutrition Has Positive Impact on Periodontal Health

Nutrition may have an impact on periodontal disease and its treatment, according to a...

Periodontal Therapy Reduces Blood Pressure Levels

Periodontitis is associated with an increased likelihood of hypertension, according to researchers at the...

Psychosocial Factors Linked With Severe Periodontal Injuries

Psychosocial factors such as depression, stress, emotional vulnerability, and Type A personality are associated...

Gum Disease and Coronary Artery Disease Share Genetic Basis

Periodontal disease (PD) and coronary artery disease (CAD) share a common genetic basis involving...

Sunstar Grants Support Periodontal Research

American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) members Hsun Liang Chan, DDS, MS, and Jeff C.W....