Oral-Systemic Link

Diabetes testing at the dentist may be key to early diagnosis

Implementing targeted diabetes testing in dental settings for high-risk patients may be a feasible and largely accepted strategy to diagnose individuals sooner, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

March 21, 2025

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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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1st reported case of small intestine tumor spreading to the TMJ

By Melissa Busch

A small intestine neuroendocrine carcinoma metastasized to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in a man, which is believed the first reported case of its kind.

March 19, 2025

Dentist Ct Pavel Siamionov

Caries may be linked to osteoporosis

Severe caries may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis, supporting the potential connection between oral and systemic bone health, asserts a study published in BMC Oral Health.

March 18, 2025

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Thyroid function may affect gum disease

An overactive or underactive thyroid may worsen periodontal disease, highlighting the importance of monitoring the oral health of patients with thyroid dysfunction, according to a review published in BMC Oral Health.

March 4, 2025

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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The surprising effect tooth loss has on the body

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health, an animal study published in BMC Oral Health reports.

February 20, 2025

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4 ways oral health can protect your heart this Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day, protecting your heart might start with your smile. Here are four ways a consistent oral health regimen benefits your heart.

February 14, 2025

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Gestational diabetes, more linked to lack of oral care

Receiving preventive dental care during pregnancy may lower the risk of gestational diabetes and high blood pressure, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 13, 2025

Pregnant Woman Dental Exam Andrey Popov

The critical connection between oral health and mental health

In DrBicuspid's latest video interview, we spoke with Colgate-Palmolive's Dr. Maria Ryan to discuss the mental state of today's dental patient and what dentists and dental teams should know.

February 13, 2025

Brain Puzzle Dementia

Increased stroke risk may be linked to common mouth germ

Streptococcus anginosus, a common germ in the mouth and gut, may be abundant in stroke patients' intestines, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.

February 11, 2025

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Study connects oral microbiome changes to mouth cancer

Oral cancer patients may show different bacteria, viruses, and fungi in their saliva, suggesting an imbalance in the microbiota may aid in the development of oral squamous cell carcinoma, according to the American Society for Microbiology.

February 10, 2025

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