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“Menopause and its associated hormonal changes can make life extremely difficult”

Dr John Viviano, a dentist and credentialled diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, has dedicated his career to managing sleep ...

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Uniting for FDI’s Vision 2030

Vision 2030: Delivering Optimal Oral Health for All is central to FDI’s advocacy strategy. Since its launch in 2021, it has guided efforts to address ...

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Charting the course to 2030: Interview with Vision 2030 expert group chair Prof. Manu Mathur

As global health leaders prepare for the 2025 UN high-level meeting on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), oral health is finally gaining the recognition it ...

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Final chapter of World Oral Health Day to be launched at FDIWDC25

SHANGHAI, China: The launch of the campaign for World Oral Health Day (WOHD) 2026 will take place during the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25), ...

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Cannabis use disorder linked to more than triple the risk of oral cancer

SAN DIEGO, US: As cannabis use becomes more common, its health risks remain under investigation—particularly its impact on cancer. Some users develop ...

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Study explores impact of antipsychotic medication on oral health

BILBAO, Spain: While the systemic health implications of neuropsychiatric disorders are well recognised, their connection to poor oral health—in ...

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New online toolkit launched by UK researchers to support autistic children’s oral health

LEEDS, England: Researchers from the University of Leeds, in collaboration with the University of Manchester and the University of Sheffield, have launched ...

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Poor oral health linked to body pain and migraine in women, study finds

SYDNEY, Australia: The underlying causes of central sensitisation disorders such as migraine and fibromyalgia are poorly understood. The gut–brain axis ...

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Oral health under threat from climate change, says new study

NEW DELHI, India: While the effects of climate change on general health are well documented, its impact on oral health remains less explored. A new scoping ...

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“Our mission at Sonicare is to help people achieve better oral health effortlessly”

As dental professionals gathered at the 2025 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne in Germany to explore cutting-edge solutions that are transforming ...

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“A happy mouth is a happy mind”: FDI highlights the link between oral and mental health with a new song

GENEVA, Switzerland: How does oral health affect mental well-being? This World Oral Health Day (WOHD), celebrated globally every year on March 20, FDI World...

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Frequent cannabis use associated with caries and severe tooth loss, study finds

BUFFALO, N.Y., US: Research has shown that smoking cannabis can be detrimental to overall health and can have adverse effects on the lungs, heart and brain....

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Dental health identified as major predictor of preterm birth

SEOUL, South Korea: Identifying risk factors for preterm birth (PTB) is crucial for enabling healthcare providers, parents and policymakers to make informed...

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Dental teams could help detect undiagnosed diabetes in patients

BIRMINGHAM, England: Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in Europe and is strongly associated with periodontitis. An estimated one in ...

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“Oral health is a fundamental human right”

On World Refugee Day, FDI World Dental Federation unveiled a pivotal policy brief titled Addressing Oral Health Needs in Refugees: Policy and Collaboration ...

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“Patients always respond favourably to visual information, especially when it involves their mouth!”

Visual tools such as intra-oral scanning and photography have transformed the way clinicians communicate with their patients, making complex dental ...

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Rise of unethical at-home dental services in India

NEW DELHI, India: According to the online Indian newspaper ThePrint, the number of unethical at-home dental services is slowly increasing in India. Certain ...

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New award programme by Oral-B and iADH champions disability-sensitive dental practices

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: As part of its ongoing mission to make oral care more accessible to everybody, Oral-B has recently launched the Disability ...

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DS Academy launches Indirect Restorative Course Series

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona (DS) has recently launched a new educational programme for dental professionals, the Indirect Restorative Course ...

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Oral health inequalities remain a major public health concern in the UK

LONDON, UK: Despite being largely preventable, poor dental health continues to be a major public health issue in England. This is evident in a recent report...

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First-ever study to examine use of anti-ageing drug in periodontal disease

SEATTLE, US: Ageing greatly affects overall health and is the greatest risk factor for cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease and periodontal ...

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Periodontal disease worsens chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

CHENGDU, China: Research has shown a connection between severe periodontal disease and the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ...

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Nicotine addiction among the youth: Australia introduces strict vaping restrictions

CANBERRA, Australia: Vaping poses significant risks to both general and oral health, a concern that has grown with the rapid increase in e-cigarette use, ...

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New research reveals the role of preventive oral care in the UK

WEYBRIDGE, UK: Haleon, a British multinational consumer healthcare company, and the College of General Dentistry have recently conducted a survey that ...

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Study examines oral health of war-affected Ukrainian refugees in Germany

AACHEN, Germany: Dental care is vital for well-being and overall health but is sometimes neglected because of certain barriers to accessing dental services....

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Study examines oral health of individuals with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder

SASKATOON, Canada: Oral health can dramatically influence overall health and quality of life. This is especially true for those with developmental ...

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Study indicates pregnant victims of intimate partner violence have poorer oral health

SAN FRANCISCO, US: Physical intimate partner violence (IPV) can be especially detrimental during pregnancy and is a significant public health issue, having ...

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Study shows worsened dental caries after bariatric surgery

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Obesity is a medical concern that may lead to numerous health problems, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. A recent study ...

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Good oral health associated with improved survival among head and neck cancer patients

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., US: Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is a global health concern, ranking as the sixth most common malignancy worldwide. Poor...

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EFP launches new campaign for cooperation between dental and medical practitioners

BRUSSELS, Belgium: An ongoing and open exchange between oral health providers and family physicians can effectively improve the quality of their patients’...

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