Gum disease may be linked to plaque buildup in arteries, higher risk of major CVD events

There is increasing evidence that gum disease is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, including heart ...
ScienceAlert on MSN

'Your Mouth And Your Heart Are Connected': Gum Disease Linked to Heart Risks

A review by the American Heart Association Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Committee strengthens the case that keeping our ...
News Medical

Gum disease tied to higher thrombosis risk: Could periodontal therapy help save lives?

Recent studies reveal a connection between gum disease and an increased risk of blood clots, highlighting the potential life-saving benefits of oral health management for those at risk of thrombosis.
The Advocate

Alzheimer's: Studies indicate treatment of periodontitis may lower dementia chances

Is there a link between gum disease and Alzheimer's disease? In a 2020 analysis led by the National Institute on Aging, (NIA), scientists suggest that bacteria that cause gum disease are also ...
Mirage News

Gum Disease Tied to Artery Plaque, CVD Risk

There is increasing evidence that gum disease is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events, including heart ...

Gum diseases may affect more than teeth: How poor oral health raises stroke risk; key tips to protect oral and brain health

New research reveals a startling link between poor oral health and increased stroke risk. Gum disease and cavities, often overlooked, can lead to syst ...
European Medical Journal

Oral Bacteria and Alzheimer’s Disease May Intersect

An editorial reviews evidence that periodontitis and oral bacteria may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease via ...
Rolling Out

6 differences between gingivitis and periodontitis

Gum disease affects a substantial portion of the adult population, with recent studies indicating that nearly half of Americans over 30 experience some form of this condition. While many recognize ...
Medindia on MSN

Bleeding gums may raise your heart attack risk

Researchers describe several biological pathways linking oral disease to heart disease. Bacteria from inflamed gums may enter the bloodstream and contribute to vascular injury. In addition, persistent ...
DrBicuspid

Saliva testing may mark periodontitis progression

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have found that measuring proteins in saliva may offer an easy way to monitor periodontitis progression, according to a press ...
Medical Dialogues

Periodontal Regeneration vs Dental Implants: Study Finds Similar Survival but Higher Implant Complications

USA: A new retrospective study published in the Journal of Periodontology reports that periodontal regeneration (PR) and dental implants offer similar long-term survival outcomes for patients with ...
DrBicuspid

Advancements in periodontal and peri-implant disease classification: Insights from Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz

Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, a distinguished figure in periodontics, has an extensive educational and professional background. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and completed a PhD training ...