The last thing you would think to talk to your dentist about is a yeast infection! But when it appears in your mouth, or in that of your child, he or she is the first person you should call… and the sooner, the better. Oral yeast infections (or “thrush”) are actually quite common, and also…
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Periodontitis, or Periodontal disease (PD), may be linked to cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), a condition associated with an increased risk of stroke and cognitive decline. This study was recently published in Neurology Open Access. Furthermore, PD may contribute to a higher white matter hyperintensity (WMH) burden, a key indicator of CSVD, possibly through systemic inflammation,…
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Patients with periodontitis may have an 80% greater risk of experiencing migraines compared to those with healthy gums, according to a review recently published in the European Journal of Neurology. Furthermore, increased inflammatory markers may explain why gum disease patients may be more likely to experience migraines, the authors wrote. “Through this systematic review, we can…
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Pain resulting from temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) or teeth grinding should be addressed before clear aligner treatment, according to research published in Seminars in Orthodontics. Patients should also be informed about possible side effects, including temporary bite changes and muscle soreness, from aligners. Blending personalized care, clear communication, and a bruxism/TMD management plan, clinicians may achieve successful…
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A poor diet and inadequate nutrition may contribute to the development of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a recent study published in BMC Oral Health. Affected patients often eat less nutritious foods, and they tend to consume more proinflammatory foods like ultra-processed foods, trans fats, and refined sugars, the authors wrote. “This study highlights dietary…
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Gum disease may be linked to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in women of childbearing age, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health. Systemic inflammation may play a central role in this connection. Furthermore, a dose-dependent relationship was found between clinical attachment level (CAL) and the presence of GDM, the authors wrote. “Women…
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A new tooth implant can grow into your gums — and even talk to your brain like a real tooth. Scientists at Tufts University have unveiled a revolutionary “smart” dental implant that grows into the gum and connects with existing nerves, offering a sensation-rich replacement closer to a real tooth than anything previously developed. Unlike…
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Intermittent fasting – an eating pattern cycling between periods of eating and fasting – may help soothe gum inflammation and improve other health markers even when oral hygiene is subpar. The research was presented on May 12 at EuroPerio 11 in Vienna. A study compared a regular, non-fasting diet with two time-restricted diets and found…
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Periodontitis may be significantly associated with decreased sperm mobility, abnormal structure, and increased fragmentation in its DNA, according to a systematic review published on May 21 in BMC Oral Health. The study suggests that chronic mouth inflammation may have systemic effects on the reproductive health of men, the authors wrote. Considering the identified pathophysiological mechanisms,…
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For this week’s clinical tip, Dr. Shalin Shah of CDOCS returns to discuss how often clear dental aligners should be changed out to help the patient achieve his or her orthodontic goals. Video transcript “Hi. This is Shalin from CDOCS. Today’s tip of the day is the frequency and changing of aligners. “Our general recommendation…
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