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How Do Periodontal Pathogens Contribute to Atherosclerosis?
Periodontitis and periodontal pathogens raise the risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) events through an increase in serum lipopolysaccharide (LPS).
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Oral Pathogen Linked to Periodontitis Boosts Heart Disease Risk
A. actinomycetemcomitans, an oral pathogen that causes periodontitis, raises cardiovascular (CVD) risk by increasing blood serum levels of human heat-shock protein 60 (HSP60), researchers said here at the 76th Congress of the European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS).
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Saliva May Offer Window Into Periodontal Disease, Type 2 Diabetes
Saliva may be a marker for both periodontal disease activity and hyperglycemia in uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, according to research presented here at the annual 89th meeting of the Endocrine Society (ENDO).
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Secondhand Smoke May Be Associated With Bone Loss in Subjects With Periodontitis
A study published in this month's issue of the Journal of Periodontology found that subjects with periodontitis who were exposed to secondhand smoke were more likely to develop bone loss, the number one cause of tooth loss.
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Tooth Extraction and Tooth Brushing Both Produce Bacteraemia of Endocarditis-Related Pathogens.
Tooth brushing may present a greater risk for infective endocarditis than tooth extraction, according to a study presented here at the 56th annual scientific session of the American College of Cardiology (ACC).
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Toothache leads to boy's death
That is the sobering message a 12-year-old Maryland boy left when, after his dental problems went untreated, he succumbed to a severe brain infection.
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Professor says full oral exam is needed
Only 7 percent of dentists perform the mouth and neck exams that screen for disease, a New York oral pathologist said.
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Russians Discover the Beauty of Dental Hygiene
Yekaterina Tkalenko brushes her teeth three or four times a day, especially after drinking enamel-insulting tea or coffee, has them professionally cleaned twice a year and carries floss as if it were as vital as an inhaler. She recently spent nearly $1,000 to have her teeth whitened.
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RepairPost Fibre
Fractured root posts can now be reconstructed, thanks to the new RepairPost Fibre developed by Komet/Gebr. Brasseler.
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A-Dec launches vacuum-line cleaning innovation
In just three steps and about two minutes, ICV purges vacuum lines with the operator’s cleaner of choice. The system features a simple control panel with indicator lights and tubing hookups.
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Excessive water Fluoride in some northern areas of Pakistan
The WHO’s recently published monograph that reported the levels of fluoride in the said areas as ranging between 8 and 13.52 mg l–1 which exceeds the permissible limit (1.5 mg kg–1) set by the WHO.
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Gene behind cleft lip and palate identified
Scientists at University of Manchester have uncovered causes behind two genetic conditions that lead to facial anomalies such as clefts lip and palate, during birth.
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Brace yourself: New types feel better
New technology has had a dramatic effect on orthodontic treatment. Latest advances range from "space-age" wires used to more efficiently realign teeth to 3-D diagnostic computer imaging that allows more precision treatment to "clear" braces and removable retainers that address patients' vanity.
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2006 SmileLine Helps Puts Hundreds Of Consumers Oral Health Care Questions To Rest
Results from the Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD’s) national SmileLine, held this past summer reveals that, as the United States population ages, one has more oral health care problems. This means oral health care advice and information is a larger priority than ever before.
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Flossing a Quick Fix for Gum Disease, Bad Breath
Just two weeks of flossing, added to regular tooth brushing, can significantly reduce bleeding gums and bad breath, a U.S. study finds. Twins' study shows big results in just 2 weeks.
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Dentist Should Advise Vegetarians On Good Oral Health
Health concerns about fat and cholesterol have prompted many people to become vegetarians, and the nutritional deficiencies that can sometimes result may reveal themselves during dental exams, reports the Academy of General Dentistry.
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Methamphetamine hard on the teeth
Methamphetamine -- a powerfully addictive stimulant drug, also known as meth, crank, crystal and speed, can seriously damage the teeth, ruining a person's smile and natural ability to chew, the American Dental Association warns.
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