Nutrition

Obesity may be linked to gingival bleeding
By Ava Barros
Obesity may be linked to a higher risk of gingival bleeding, highlighting the importance of considering a patient's overall health, not just their oral condition, according to a study published in Obesity Medicine.
December 6, 2024
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Let them eat starch. It may not hurt their teeth.
By Ava Barros
Consuming starchy foods such as potatoes, tubers, roots, and refined grains may not significantly affect caries development, according to a longitudinal study recently published in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry.
December 2, 2024
Yams Steph
Top 5 dental stories to digest before you gobble
By Melissa Busch
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, DrBicuspid shared its top nutrition stories.
November 27, 2024
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This antioxidant regulates cavity-causing bacteria
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
This antioxidant may help prevent cavities by altering enamel's protective layer and reducing acid production from cavity-causing bacteria. This study was published in the Journal of Dentistry.
November 26, 2024
Berries Antioxidants Takafoto
Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns
By Ava Barros
Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.
October 31, 2024
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These gum disease patients may benefit from plant-based diets
By Ava Barros
Switching to a plant-based diet may alleviate periodontal inflammation in patients at risk for cardiovascular disease, suggests study findings recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.
October 29, 2024
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A dental hygienist shares her oral health advice for Halloween
By Kevin Henry
Which talking points does a dental hygienist share with her patients about all the candy that comes with trick or treating? Maria Jackson, RDH, shares her thoughts.
October 29, 2024
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Obesity may be tied to multiple tooth problems in older adults
By Ava Barros
Older adults with obesity are significantly more likely to have fewer teeth and not as many back teeth that occlude and a lack of functional dentition, according to a study conducted by the Rutgers School of Health Professions.
July 3, 2024
Missing Teeth Pano
Patients receptive to nutritional counseling at the dentist
By Ava Barros
Dental patients are open to receiving diet advice in dental settings and are willing to follow nutritional programs to prevent both oral and systemic diseases, according to a study recently published in BDJ Open.
June 20, 2024
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Skip breakfast? Gum disease may be in your future.
By Melissa Busch
Eating breakfast may be more important than most people thought, according to a new study.
June 18, 2024
Breakfast Woman
Heart attack, stroke linked to no-calorie sweetener in toothpaste
By Melissa Busch
A zero-calorie sugar substitute commonly found in toothpaste and chewing gum may be associated with a heightened risk of cardiovascular events.
June 10, 2024
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Here's the tea: This mouthwash may fend off gum disease
By Melissa Busch
This mouthwash may inhibit the growth of one of the main bacteria involved in periodontitis, indicating that it may be used to prevent and treat gum disease.
May 22, 2024
Matcha Green Tea Powder
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