Posts Tagged ‘inflammation’
Link Between Stroke and Periodontal Health
Emerging research has increasingly highlighted the intricate connection between oral health and systemic conditions, notably cerebrovascular events such as strokes. A comprehensive systematic review published in Frontiers in Oral Health explores the impact of cerebrovascular stroke and inflammatory periodontal health. This study not only emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining optimal oral health but…
Read MoreImmunotherapy for Gum Disease?
Gum disease affects millions worldwide, often leading to severe gum inflammation and bone loss around the teeth. Traditional treatments target bacterial infections, but a new approach may focus on modulating the immune system. Research from the University of Pittsburgh shows promise in using immune-modulating compounds like CCL2 (immune-modulating compound) to treat and prevent gum disease…
Read MoreAAAHH!! Brain Freeze!
AAAHH!! The dreaded brain freeze (also called an ice cream headache)…we have almost all experienced it when drinking an ice cold drink or eating ice cream way too fast. But, did you know that the dreaded brain freeze is actually considered a short duration headache? Do you know what causes brain freeze or how to…
Read MoreDental Implants – What Can Go Wrong?
Dental implants in dentistry have become a highly successful dental procedure. Most studies show that dental implants have a success rate of around 96-98% when placed properly. Dental implants have become a highly reliable procedure for the replacement of lost teeth. This means, almost all patients who undergo the procedure for dental implants with a highly…
Read MoreCan Your Dentist Tell When You Are Not Flossing?
Most of us worry before we sit in the dental chair and we know the questions that are coming…”Have you been flossing and brushing regularly?” So what do we do, we frantically brush, floss, and use a mouth rinse right before our appointment. And when we finally sit down in the chair and we get…
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