Oral-Systemic Link

Mouth germ linked to Parkinson's disease progression

By Ava Barros

Gum disease bacteria tied to Alzheimer’s disease may also be linked to advanced cognitive decline in patients with Parkinson’s disease, reports King’s College London in the U.K.

June 25, 2025

Your mouth may help diagnose depression

By Ava Barros

Lower oral microbiome diversity may be linked to more severe depressive symptoms, suggesting that targeting oral bacteria could offer promising options for diagnosing depression, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.

June 23, 2025

Why toothbrushing may do the whole body good

By Ava Barros

Consistent toothbrushing may reduce the risk of chronic diseases, highlighting its potential as a simple yet powerful contributor to systemic health.

June 23, 2025

Gum disease may put women at greater risk of preeclampsia

By Ava Barros

Gum disease may be linked to a higher risk of preeclampsia, a serious complication during pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and signs of organ damage.

June 16, 2025

How frequently you buy medicine may affect your oral health

By Melissa Busch

Patients who buy more medications may visit the dentist more often for treatments like fillings, according to a new study.

June 6, 2025

Chronic kidney disease may affect oral health

By Ava Barros

Chronic kidney disease may affect oral health, potentially leading to changes that directly increase the risk of developing caries, according to a study recently published in Health Science Reports.

May 27, 2025

These lung problems may be linked to jaw fractures

By Ava Barros

Patients may be at an increased risk of pulmonary complications following mandibular fracture surgery if they have certain predisposing factors, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.

May 22, 2025

There’s good, bad news concerning gum disease and the brain

By Melissa Busch

This is how periodontitis does and doesn't affect the brain, according to a new study.

May 21, 2025

Dental products may ignite deadly syndrome caused by tick bites

By Melissa Busch

Dental products, including fluoride gel, may trigger a potentially life-threatening reaction with a syndrome that often arises from a tick bite, according to a review.

May 20, 2025

Can you fast your way to better oral health? Maybe.

By Melissa Busch

Prolonged fasting may reduce gum inflammation in these patients, according to a study.

May 20, 2025

Gum disease germ may be linked to heart rhythm disorder

By Ava Barros

The spread of a certain gum disease bacterium to the heart may exacerbate atrial fibrillation, according to a news release dated May 9.

May 19, 2025

Mouth ulcers may be linked to anxiety, bowel problems

By Ava Barros

Patients with recurrent aphthous ulcers may experience anxiety and abnormal bowel movements, with the brain-gut axis potentially playing a role in the onset of these sores.

May 16, 2025

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