It's been 10 years since the U.S. surgeon general's report on oral health in America, which among other things advocated interdisciplinary training between medical and dental providers. But current ...

Poor oral health may increase dementia risk through both biological and social pathways, as reported by researchers from Science Tokyo. Drawing on recent epidemiologic research, the team highlights ...

Poor periodontal health and tooth loss may increase the risk for cognitive decline and dementia, new research suggests. Results from a review of 47 studies showed that having periodontitis, tooth loss ...

Martina Hayes is professor and consultant in restorative dentistry at Cork University Dental School and Hospital ...

Become familiar with the diverse clinical factors associated with the common co-occurrence of oral health problems and mood disorders. Understand the bidirectional relationship between Alzheimer’s ...

A new Oregon strategic plan for oral health emphasizes the need for a state dental director and the promotion of basic oral health literacy and preventive services, such as fluoride varnish, at local ...

The language that comes out of a person’s mouth has no effect on the teeth and gums inside the mouth. But language barriers can have adverse consequences on long-term dental care. “We really want to ...