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Down’s syndrome and hyposalivation: New insights

NEW YORK, US: Reduced salivary flow is a well-recognised feature of Down’s syndrome and is thought to contribute to the high prevalence of periodontal ...

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ISDH 2026 briefing considers adjunctive mouthrinse use in periodontal care

MILAN, Italy: At a press briefing hosted by consumer health company Kenvue during the 2026 International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) in Milan, ...

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Study reveals a potential new target for periodontal disease treatment

ONNA-SON, Japan: The ability of Porphyromonas gingivalis to colonise the oral cavity depends partly on a short surface filament that helps it attach to ...

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Fasting-mimicking diet may reduce periodontal inflammation

LONDON, England: Although dietary interventions have been associated with reduced systemic inflammation, their relevance to periodontal disease remains ...

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Review highlights need to integrate oral health into chronic kidney disease care

CINCINNATI, US: Oral health remains largely absent from chronic kidney disease (CKD) care, despite evidence that patients with CKD often have a high burden...

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Study links periodontal disease to autoimmune disease and all-cause mortality

LONDON, England: Periodontal disease may be associated with wider systemic inflammatory and immune-related health risks, according to a new ...

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Study links oral bacterium to breast cancer initiation and progression

BALTIMORE, US: Growing evidence suggests that the oral microbiome may influence the development of cancers beyond the oral cavity. In a recent preclinical ...

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Wearable oral biosensor detects inflammation in real time

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, US: A new intra-oral biosensor developed in the US could transform how periodontal disease is detected and monitored. Aiming to help...

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Tomato nutrient may protect certain older adults from severe periodontitis—study

NEW LONDON, Conn., US: Previous clinical studies have suggested that lycopene—a pigment abundant in tomatoes and other red fruits—may improve ...

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Study highlights oral health challenges in children with severe obesity

BORDEAUX, France: Research on children with severe or complex obesity suggests that oral health is often sidelined, despite its close links to overall ...

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Most UK adults do not realise that periodontal disease may be associated with diabetes, study finds

LONDON, England: More than a third of UK adults in a study by periodontal health brand Corsodyl experience bleeding gingivae at least once a month when they...

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“The link between periodontitis and systemic disease plays a major role for men”

As evidence for the interplay between periodontal and systemic disease grows, severe periodontitis is increasingly being recognised as a risk factor for ...

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More than 7,000 dental professionals gather in Barcelona for SEPA congress

BARCELONA, Spain: Periodontal and peri-implant diseases are experiencing a significant increase in Spain. Their prevention and management were central ...

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Root canal therapy linked to reduced inflammation and improved blood glucose control

LONDON, England: Although periapical periodontitis can increase systemic inflammation and is associated with cardiovascular risk and impaired glycaemic ...

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Fully digital prosthetic workflow for mandibular full-arch rehabilitation

Modern dentistry should strive to preserve all maintainable natural teeth whenever possible, in line with the principles of minimal invasiveness and ...

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New studies link oral health to cerebrovascular health

COLUMBIA, S.C., US: Growing evidence continues to demonstrate the far-reaching impact of oral health on systemic well-being. Just recently, two new studies ...

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Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies

IAȘI, Romania: Diabetes is a growing global public health concern and is closely linked to oral disease. A recent study conducted by researchers in Romania...

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Plant-derived compound may offer non-antibiotic adjunct for periodontal treatment

SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Plant-derived therapies are attracting growing interest in dentistry. A recent study evaluated morin, a naturally occurring flavonoid ...

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Plant-rich Mediterranean diet associated with reduced risk of periodontal disease

LONDON, England: Balanced nutrition is known to lower the risk of major non-communicable diseases, including cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative ...

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Surgical extrusion with 180° rotation: A case report with four-year follow-up

In recent years, dental implants have emerged as a pivotal advancement in dentistry, offering a popular solution for replacing natural teeth lost owing to ...

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ChatGPT limited in answering complex oral health questions, study finds

AMMAN, Jordan: As artificial intelligence continues to expand its role in healthcare, large language models such as ChatGPT are increasingly being used to ...

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Finnish study evaluates long-term outcomes of periodontal treatment

HELSINKI, Finland: The prevalence of adult periodontitis continues to pose a major global public health challenge, highlighting the need for evidence on the...

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Transforming full-mouth rehabilitation: A case report on Smilecloud and digital workflows

As an oral surgeon and prosthodontist specialising in full-mouth rehabilitation, I have consistently sought to integrate advanced technologies into my ...

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Curaden launches Curiosity.space―a digital community for prevention-minded professionals

KRIENS, Switzerland: For decades, dentistry has largely centred on intervention-based care—responding to disease rather than preventing it. However, a ...

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Periodontal considerations in aligner treatment

Preconised by Kesling in 1946, treatment with clear aligners was initially used to correct misaligned teeth.1 Currently, aligners dominate the orthodontic ...

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New natural compound therapy shows promise in managing periodontal disease

PHILADELPHIA, US: Periodontal disease affects nearly 60% of adults over the age of 65 and imposes a considerable burden—medically, psychologically and ...

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Vienna prepares for EuroPerio11 and Gum Health Day activities

VIENNA, Austria: In just two weeks, more than 10,000 oral health professionals from across the globe are expected to gather for EuroPerio11, the leading ...

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Patients’ perspectives take centre stage at EuroPerio11

VIENNA, Austria: At EuroPerio11, which will be held from 14 to 17 May, a dedicated session will shine a spotlight on patients’ involvement in their ...

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Review explores relationship between obesity, diabetes and tooth loss

ŌTSU, Japan: The links between diabetes, obesity and periodontal disease are well established; however, most studies on their associations have had sample ...

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Fasting-mimicking diet may reduce inflammation in patients with severe periodontal disease

LONDON, England: Periodontal treatment is known to trigger a short-term systemic inflammatory response, and the systemic effects of this have prompted ...

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