Category: Dentistry

Researchers recently reported that periodontal inflamed surface area (PISA), a quantitative measure of periodontal inflammation, is associated with recurrence of atrial fibrillation. Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for the development of atrial fibrillati

An interaction between two common oral bacteria may result in the formation of a powerful chemical compound closely linked to the development of bad breath and gum disease, according to a study. A metabolite produced by the oral microorganism Streptococcus gordonii (S. gordonii) triggers the bacter

Small-scale robotics, known as microrobots, may have the potential to treat and diagnose persistent infections, including odontogenic infections (eg, interdental caries). The innovation can be used to combat odontogenic infections, including infections between teeth, where access to antibiotics is

Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine made an unexpected discovery while studying saliva samples from children with severe forms of tooth decay. They discovered that oral bacteria can combine with fungi to create a type of organism that moves through teeth at incredi

A recent review article sheds light on how the oral microbiome may influence the onset and progression of disease. The oral cavity is a complex microenvironment in which diverse microbial communities thrive. A recent review study conducted by scientists at Karolinska Institutet in collaboration wit

CAD/CAM resin composites are opening up an exciting new area for materials research in dentistry. Endodontically treated teeth are more susceptible to fracture and often have a shorter lifespan compared to healthy teeth. The main problem is to prevent cracks below the cemento-enamel junction, whic

According to the study, gum disease affects the structure of the cerebral cortex, including the superficial area and thickness of the cortex, suggesting a connection and implying the existence of a periodontal tissue-brain axis. This is believed to be the first study to show a cause-and-effect link

Virtual reality can be used in medicine to create a relaxing environment during treatment, which for certain groups of patients is usually difficult. Every dentist will one day treat a patient with some form of mental retardation, and according to recent research, technology is now available to mak

A completely healthy 54-year-old woman developed an acute ischemic stroke five weeks after tooth extraction and was later diagnosed with a rare case of infective endocarditis. After a week's hospital stay and six weeks of intravenous antibiotics, the woman recovered. Prophylactic antibiotics we

A recent study found that bacteria associated with periodontal disease contribute to the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Studies have shown a connection between severe periodontal disease and the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the specifi