Oral-Systemic Link

Why medical-dental integration keeps failing, Part 1

By Michael Ventriello

In this Dental Duets column with Michael Ventriello, Eva Allan reveals why medical-dental collaboration stalls and what must change to improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.

January 26, 2026

Dental calculus may hold the key to early diabetes detection

By Melissa Busch

Potassium levels in dental calculus may be a possible indicator of diabetes.

January 20, 2026

Enriched artificial saliva may protect teeth in cancer patients

By Ava Barros

An artificial saliva mouthwash may safeguard teeth in patients with head and neck cancer by reducing bacteria and aiding disease control.

January 16, 2026

Childhood oral health linked to elevated atherosclerosis risk in adults

By Melissa Busch

Childhood oral health may be linked to a heightened risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood.

January 14, 2026

Gum disease may be a risk factor for pancreatic cancer

By Ava Barros

A new study’s findings emphasize the importance of treating gum disease to reduce related systemic inflammation.

December 16, 2025

Time for a dental care protocol for heart transplant patients?

By Ava Barros

Severe gum disease was linked to a higher risk of sepsis in heart transplant patients.

December 12, 2025

Do you know the hypersensitivity risks of antiseptic rinses?

By Ava Barros

More patients are experiencing hypersensitivity effects like chronic hives to topical antiseptics, especially with chlorhexidine.

December 10, 2025

Tooth loss may be linked to depression

By Ava Barros

Patients with tooth loss may benefit from cognitive evaluation and interventions.

December 5, 2025

Root canals may reduce heart disease, diabetes

By Ava Barros

Successful root canal therapy may be linked to better glucose control, short-term improvements in cholesterol, and decreased inflammation markers.

November 26, 2025

Give feedback on early detection of oral cancer

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA Living Guideline Program is seeking feedback about its oral cancer early detection recommendations.

November 19, 2025

How dentists can spot patients with cardiovascular risks

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The American Heart Association Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative, with Delta Dental of California, creates a standard of care for heart health screening in the oral healthcare setting.

November 18, 2025

Texas dental school to study oral cancer pain management

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry researchers have received three U.S. National Institutes of Health grants totaling $6 million.

November 17, 2025

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