Researchers say e-cigarettes and similar devices are associated with a higher risk for cavities
Research by faculty from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine found patients who said they used vaping devices were more likely to have a higher risk of developing cavities. With CDC surveys reporting that 9.1 million American adults—and 2 million teenagers—use tobacco-based vaping products, that means a lot of vulnerable teeth.
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society September 8, 2022
Much research has been focused on identifying modifiable risk factors, for example, cardiovascular diseases, smoking, and unhealthy diet, and targeting them through various interventions (e.g., pharmacotherapy and/or lifestyle modification). Among the many risk factors for dementia and cognitive decline, oral health measures (e.g., periodontitis, tooth loss) have only started to be recently explored
Ernie Mundell SOURCES: JAMA Network Open, Aug. 17, 2022; University of Rochester Medical Center, news release, Aug. 17, 2022
An epidemic of opioid abuse — everything from OxyContin and Percocet to heroin — still plagues the United States. In response, medical specialties are cutting back on the use of prescription opioids, especially for the relief of short-term pain. Dental pain is one of those scenarios. As Ren and his colleagues noted, “although the American Dental Association recommends nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for managing pain, opioids continue to be used more than non-opioids.”
Early detection is the key. Click here to view information from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. This link will guide you to a video about Head, Neck and Oral Cancer. Be empowered to monitor your oral health.
July 30, 2022 – Matt Higgins reports on Research published on StudyFinds that reveals links between gum disease to everything from heart and blood pressure complications to mental health problems. Take a look to Empower Your Oral Health.
July 5, 2022
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers from the School of Dental Medicine and School of Engineering and Applied Science show that a hands-free system could effectively automate the treatment and removal of tooth-decay-causing bacteria and dental plaque.
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