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Good neighbors may curb brain decline in those with tooth loss

By Melissa Busch

Neighborhood cohesion may mitigate the negative effects tooth loss has on cognitive decline, according to a study.

March 20, 2025

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Oral health may be a promising area for dementia prevention

Oral health issues may be linked to the risk of dementia, making it a promising research focal area for prevention and care, according to a letter published in The Lancet.

February 24, 2025

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Gum disease may be linked to impaired brain function

Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press release.

January 22, 2025

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Periodontitis may be linked to leading cause of stroke

By Melissa Busch

Gum disease may be associated with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), a leading cause of stroke, in patients with ischemic stroke, according to a new study.

December 10, 2024

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Oral germs in pregnant women linked to mental health symptoms

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Certain oral bacteria and their levels in the microbiome of pregnant women may be linked to stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The study was published in BMJ Mental Health.

December 9, 2024

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What's in your mouth may be linked to epilepsy

By Melissa Busch

Good and bad bacteria, fungi, and viruses in the mouth may be linked to epilepsy, according to a study.

October 14, 2024

Teeth grinding may be good for you

By Melissa Busch

There may be a surprising upside to bruxism, according to a new commentary.

August 8, 2024

Poor oral health, gum bacteria linked to dementia

Poor oral health may be associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, according to a report recently released from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.

May 8, 2024

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Body composition linked to oral health in post-stroke patients

A high body mass index combined with low muscle mass is linked to poor oral health in older post-stroke patients, highlighting the importance of addressing dental and overall health in this population. This study was published in Gerodontology.

April 26, 2024

Gum disease, invasive dental care linked to young onset stroke

By Melissa Busch

Recent invasive dental procedures and gum disease may be connected to strokes with unexplained origins in younger adults.

April 24, 2024

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Woman develops endocarditis, stroke following tooth extraction

By Melissa Busch

A 54-year-old healthy woman was diagnosed with a rare case of infective endocarditis following an acute ischemic stroke five weeks after having a tooth extracted.

January 29, 2024

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Take Parkinson’s disease course for dental professionals

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Parkinson's Foundation is offering the free course “The Expert Care Experience: Role of Oral Health Professionals in Caring for People with Parkinson's” to dentists and dental staff.

January 24, 2024

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