Committee Meets to Develop Medical-Dental Integration Framework
Recognizing the significant role that oral health plays in overall health, the National Association for Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD), funded by the Centers.
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Periodontal Disease Increases Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events
People with periodontitis are at higher risk of experiencing major cardiovascular events, according to researchers at the Forsyth Institute and Harvard University and.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked With Periodontal and Cardiovascular Disease
Rates of both periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease are elevated in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis, according to a multi-institution team of researchers. Also,.
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Mechanism Connecting Periodontitis With Other Inflammatory Diseases Uncovered
The link between periodontal disease and other inflammatory conditions such as heart disease and diabetes has long been established. But the mechanism behind.
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Patients With Gum Disease Should Be Educated About Their Cardiovascular Risks Too
Patients with gum disease should be told that they have a higher risk of suffering cardiovascular diseases, including myocardial infarction and stroke, according.
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Celebrate Gum Health Day 2020 on May 12
“Say No to Bleeding Gums” is the slogan for Gum Health Day 2020, to be celebrated worldwide on May 12. Its goal is.
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Saliva Can Be Used to Predict Excess Body Fat in Teenagers
Researchers at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) and the University of Campinas are using the level of uric acid in saliva.
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Plaque-Identifying Toothpaste Reduces hs-CRP
Research has suggested a link between oral health and inflammatory diseases affecting the entire body, including heart attacks and strokes. Inflammation is intimately.
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University of Michigan Expands Apnea Treatment Program
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is expanding its resources for treating patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which has been linked to.
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Studies Link Gum Disease With Stroke Risk
Gum disease was associated with a higher rate of strokes caused by the hardening of large arteries in the brain and with severe.
