Tag: Oral Health
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Root Canal Might Lower Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk: What You Need to Know
New Evidence Links Dental Health to Chronic Disease Risk Emerging research is shedding light on how dental wellness goes beyond a bright smile. A growing body of evidence suggests that root canal treatment, traditionally viewed as a tooth-saving procedure, may also reduce the risk of systemic conditions such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.…
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Root Canal May Reduce Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk: What You Need to Know
New evidence links dental health to systemic diseases For years, dentists have focused on saving teeth and relieving pain with treatments like root canals. Now, growing evidence suggests that a root canal procedure may do more than preserve dental function: it could lower the risk of serious systemic conditions, including heart disease and type 2…
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A Breakthrough Link: Root Canal Treatment May Lower Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk
Why a dental procedure could influence your heart and metabolic health A growing body of research indicates that root canal treatment, traditionally used to save a tooth, may offer broader health benefits by reducing hidden dental infections. While the goal of a root canal is to eliminate infection and relieve pain, preventing chronic inflammation in…
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Root Canal and Blood Sugar: New Study Findings
New insights link dental infections to systemic health gains When a looming root canal is on the horizon, it can feel like a distant medical concern. Yet emerging research suggests that successfully treating root canal infections may bring benefits that extend well beyond the mouth, including potential improvements in blood sugar control for people with…
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Root Canal Treatment Could Lower Blood Sugar, Study Suggests
Root Canal Treatment and its Unexpected Health Benefits A looming root canal treatment can be a source of anxiety for patients, but emerging research suggests the procedure may offer broader health benefits beyond relief from tooth pain. In particular, scientists are exploring how treating a root canal infection could influence blood sugar control, a finding…
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Inflammasome and Male Periodontitis: UNC Findings
Unlocking the Inflammatory Puzzle Behind Male Periodontitis Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have taken a significant step forward in understanding why periodontitis — a common gum disease that can lead to tooth loss and systemic health issues — affects men with particular intensity. The new study focuses on the inflammasome,…
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Inflammasome Findings Shed Light on Male Periodontitis
UNC Study Maps Inflammasome Pathways in Male Periodontitis A new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill advances our understanding of periodontitis by detailing how the inflammasome — a component of the immune system that drives inflammation — contributes to gum disease in men. Published by researchers at the UNC Adams School…
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Dental bling’s hidden cost: Why that sparkly smile may come at a steep price
The sparkle you see vs. the risks you don’t Dental jewelry, from gold grillz to tiny diamonds bonded to teeth and even gum piercings, has surged in popularity in recent years. It’s a trend that promises instant glamour and a unique personal statement. But beneath the glitter lies a set of long-term health and financial…
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Gingivitis: Signs, Causes, and Treatments
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early, inflammation-based stage of gum disease. It occurs when the gums (the gingiva) react to the bacteria in dental plaque, a sticky film that forms on teeth. While often painless at first, gingivitis can cause red, swollen gums and gums that bleed when you brush or floss. If caught…
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Gingivitis 101: What It Is, How to Tell If You Have It, and How to Treat It
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease characterized by inflammation of the gums (the gingiva). The term itself comes from the Latin words for “gum” and “inflammation.” It arises as the body’s immune response to the bacteria found in dental plaque, a sticky biofilm that forms on tooth surfaces. While gingivitis…