Oral-Systemic Link

U.S. adults associate these dental problems with poor health

By Ava Barros

This condition in U.S. adults is linked with worse self-reported overall health, reports a study in Frontiers in Oral Health.

July 23, 2025

Apical periodontitis may be a risk factor for heart problems

By Ava Barros

Research published in the Journal of Dentistry suggests apical periodontitis may raise the risk of cardiovascular disease, underscoring the importance of treating endodontic infections to lower one's cardiometabolic risk.

July 17, 2025

When it comes to smoking, teeth don’t lie

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Smoking -- even if it’s temporary -- leaves a lasting mark on teeth, report researchers from Northumbria University.

July 3, 2025

Can heart disease be seen on dental CBCTs? A study is in the works.

By Ava Barros

Stony Brook University researchers have received a grant to study whether routine dental cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans help detect early signs of heart disease.

July 1, 2025

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

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