Neurologists often say the best way to avoid dementia is to lead a healthy lifestyle – and that even applies to your dental ...

From gingival inflammation to bone loss, here's what veterinarians need to communicate to owners about periodontal disease.

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People with gum disease may have higher levels of brain white matter damage, a new study finds. Researchers observed that participants with gum disease had significantly more white matter ...

We explore the multifactorial causes of dentin hypersensitivity, from toothwear and enamel loss to the limits of the ...

White matter hyperintensities are linked to increased risk of dementia, mortality, and various functional problems. Regular ...

People with both cavities and gum disease have an 86% higher risk of stroke, according to a 20-year study. Regular dental ...

Two new studies suggest that maintaining good oral health could be more than just good hygiene — it might lower the risk for ...

People with both cavities and gum disease were found to have an 86% higher stroke risk than those with healthy mouths. The ...

New research links gum disease and cavities to higher risks of stroke and brain damage, while good oral hygiene may reduce ...

Ask most health care professionals how to avoid heart disease and you will be told to exercise, eat a healthy diet and lower your LDL cholesterol (with a statin if needed). At last count, about 50 ...

While the research does not prove that poor oral health directly causes stroke, it adds to growing evidence that inflammation ...