May 25 — Australia — A laboratory has reported a significant correlation between rheumatoid arthritis and gum disease. Mark Bartold, Ph.D., a periodontist and the director of the Colgate Dental Research Center, discussed his recent study and findings at the…
The development of pancreatic cancer could be linked to poor oral health according to a study published in the journal Gut. The researchers suggest these results could help professionals find new treatments for pancreatic cancer, which could be revolutionary as…
Taking care of your pearly whites may require more than just two dental checkups a year! There are health benefits when it comes to taking care of your teeth. A faculty member at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM)…
How can men avoid gumming up a relationship? As a start, they could try brushing daily. Men with severe gum disease, also known as periodontitis, are at a greater risk for impotence, according to a new study, and young men…
In today’s increasingly busy world, you probably don’t place much importance on a trip to the dentist. Between juggling work, kids and that never-ending to-do list, a visit to the dentist is not on your radar. When you have project…