gum disease

Gum Disease and Coronary Artery Disease Share Genetic Basis

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

A Healthy Diet Tames Gingivitis in Just Four Weeks

Just four weeks of a healthy diet can significantly reduce gingivitis, according to a...

WVU Dentistry Launches Periodontal Postgraduate Program

A new postgraduate program at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry trains dentists...

Does Diabetes Increase the Risk of Periodontitis?

The literature is conflicting on the association between diabetes and periodontitis. A systematic review...

Lab Explores the Role of D Oralis in Periodontitis

There are about 700 bacterial species in the oral microbiome, with varying effects on...

New Policies Needed to Improve the Oral Health of Older Americans

Despite their unique challenges, the oral health of older adults in the United States has...

FDI Resources Spotlight Strategies for Fighting Periodontal Disease

The FDI World Dental Federation has published a white paper and a practical guide...

Alcohol Affects Oral Bacteria Linked to Diseases

Compared to nondrinkers, men and women who have one or more alcoholic drinks each...

$2.2 Million Grant to Explore Diabetes and Periodontitis

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research has awarded the New York University...

Tracker Monitors Australia’s Progress Toward Oral Health Goals

The Australian Dental Association and the Australian Health Policy Collaboration have launched Australia’s Oral...