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New At-Home Test Safeguards Oral Health

Oct 01, 2023

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati have developed a test that uses saliva to help consumers detect early risks of tooth decay from diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis.

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Dr. Jonathan Richter - Cariodontal

Feb 04, 2023

Dr. Jonathan Richter is a skilled dual-trained holistic periodontist, prosthodontist and an expert in implant dentistry. He received his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry and studied three additional years at the University of Pennsylvania’s prestigious Perio/Prostho Program, through which he earned a specialty degree in periodontics and implantology, periodontal prosthesis,

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Fermented Foods Could Remedy Bad Breath

Jan 01, 2023

Reasearchers have discovered that consuming probiotic bacteria in fermented foods can combat halitosis, or chronic bad breath, which affects more than a quarter of all adults, and can have an impact on both patients’ daily work and social activities.

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The Mouth-Body Connection

Dec 02, 2022

Teeth are precious organs, therefore it’s important to understand the intimate connection between oral health and overall health and the direct correlation between chronic systemic diseases and the condition of one’s mouth.

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Periodontic Specialists Can Help Improve Whole Body Health

Oct 31, 2022

It’s becoming more widely known that periodontal disease—a bacterial infection that affects the gums and bones—has been linked to many systemic illnesses such as arthritis, diabetes and heart disease. “There is more and more research that suggests a relationship between periodontal disease and other chronic diseases of aging,” affirms Dr. Jonathan Richter, DDS

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Gum Disease Considered a Risk Factor for Dementia

Oct 01, 2022

While results showed that participants with worse periodontal status were more likely to have risk factors for dementia, such as smoking, hypertension and diabetes

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Oral Symptoms of Diabetes

Sep 02, 2022

Uncontrolled diabetes leads to a host of complications, including a higher likelihood that oral health problems will develop.

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Snoring Prevention Improves Health

Aug 01, 2022

While snoring is a common problem for many people, it can also be a sign of other major health complications. When snoring occurs, breathing is done through the mouth, r

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Link Between Oral and Heart Health

Jul 01, 2022

While fatty plaque, known as atherolsclerosis, that is the hallmark of coronary artery disease is different from the sticky, bacteria-laden plaque buildup on teeth,

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Knowing Medical History Is Important to Dental Care

May 30, 2022

Knowing Medical History Is Important to DeMost of us expect to provide our medical history when we visit the doctor. But given the connection between oral and whole-body health, we should expect to provide our dentists with that same information, says Amanda Hill, a dental hygienist and industry educator.tal Care

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Outlier Bacteria May Play a Protective Role in the Mouth

May 01, 2022

Medical science has long linked oral bacteria and inflammation, which in turn has been associated with a range of chronic health issues, from heart disease to diabetes to cancer.

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UK Study Links Gum Disease, Mental Health Risk

Apr 02, 2022

Reporting on the study, NewAtlas.com’s Rich Hardy writes that the link between poor oral health and poor mental health is likely multifaceted:

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Brush Teeth Longer and Less Often

Dec 05, 2021

A British lecturer in restorative dentistry is encouraging people to brush their teeth longer but less often.

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Tooth Loss Linked to Shortened Life Span

Nov 07, 2021

Dental health is so closely linked to overall health that a good way to predict someone’s longevity is to count their teeth. An article in Dentistry Today, a clinical news magazine for dentists

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Gum Disease Linked to Breast Cancer

Oct 02, 2021

One in eight US women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. But research suggests that women can help mitigate their risk through good oral hygiene.

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Age Increases Vulnerability to Gumline Cavities

Aug 31, 2021

As we get older, we’re more susceptible to cavities near the gumline—and controlling them often requires more than just standard fillings,

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Peptide Treatment Repairs Cavities without Fillings

Aug 01, 2021

Tooth enamel can degrade over time due to age, an acidic diet, and poor dental hygiene. While changes in diet and oral care can encourage some remineralization of tooth enamel,

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