Infective Endocarditis Infection Rates Soar in England
Infective endocarditis (IE) is on the rise in England, according to researchers at the University of Sheffield School of Clinical Dentistry. After stable.
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Researchers Profile Antibody Response to Periodontal Pathogens
Periodontopathogen antibodies in the bloodstream indicate exposure to periodontal pathogens. Inflammation such as that present in periodontal disease modifies lipoprotein metabolism and composition..
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Antibiotics Deemed Unnecessary for Healthy Dental Implant Patients
Dental implants are becoming more commonplace in prosthodontic treatment. In fact, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry reports that 3 million people in.
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How to Introduce the Importance of the Oral-Systemic Link to Your Patients
Drs. Brad Bale, Amy Doneen, and David Vigerust stated in a recent study published in the Postgraduate Medical Journal that “high risk periodontal.
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How to Introduce the Importance of the Oral-Systemic Link to Your Patients
Drs. Brad Bale, Amy Doneen, and David Vigerust stated in a recent study published in the Postgraduate Medical Journal that “high risk periodontal.
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Calcium’s Path to Enamel Formation Mapped Out
A team of researchers from multiple universities has uncovered how calcium (Ca) is transported in the formation of dental enamel, which could lead.
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New Blood Test May Revolutionize HPV Diagnosis
A new blood test may prove pivotal in oral cancer diagnosis. This new test looks for antibodies in the human papilloma virus. These.
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Being Overweight May Have Connection to Gum Disease Risk
Obesity may have some unforeseen effects. An article that appears in the January/February issue of General Dentistry indicates that obesity may be a.
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Brushing and Flossing May Have Added Benefits
Brushing and flossing may lead to other things besides good oral health. There’s research that suggests brushing and flossing can lead to a.
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Dental Plaque Bacteria May Cause Blood Clots
Oral bacteria that enter the bloodstream may cause major blood clots, and possibly even lead to endocarditis. This research could lead to new.
