Losing teeth may lead to weight gain, researchers report
Losing teeth might cause you to gain weight, a new study says.
Apr 13, 2026
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The human body isn't a masterpiece of design. It's a patchwork of evolutionary compromise
The human body is often described as a marvel of "perfect design": elegant, efficient and finely tuned for its purpose. Yet, when we look closer, a rather different picture emerges.
Apr 11, 2026
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Kids most in need of dental care are least likely to benefit from school programs
Children who don't go to the dentist are less likely to participate in school-based cavity prevention programs, according to research published in JAMA Network Open. The paper is titled "School-Based Caries Prevention Programs ...
Apr 9, 2026
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Visualizing the global burden of facial pain
Facial pain is one of the most common forms of chronic pain. Despite this, there has previously been no standardized burden measurements, such as impact on the individual and health care costs across countries and in relation ...
Apr 9, 2026
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Study finds people who can't afford dental care may be at higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, dementia
Being unable to afford dental care may increase a person's risk of developing cardiovascular disease or dementia, according to a new study led by researchers at Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH).
Apr 2, 2026
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A stiff defense: Physical rigidity of healthy gum tissue found to shield against chronic periodontal inflammation
Periodontitis is a serious chronic inflammatory form of gum disease that affects millions worldwide. It can lead to tooth loss and the destruction of supporting bone. This disease has also been linked to other health problems, ...
Apr 1, 2026
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The hidden dangers of oral cancer
Oral Cancer Awareness Month is observed every April, and it highlights the urgent need for early detection. According to the American Cancer Society, oral and oropharyngeal cancers still claim about one life every hour in ...
Apr 1, 2026
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Clear link discovered between chronic kidney disease and periodontal disease
Recently analyzed evidence points to a connection between oral health and kidney health, according to work led by University of Cincinnati College of Medicine researchers. Their article, published in BMC Nephrology, combined ...
Mar 31, 2026
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Orthodontics researchers evaluate microplastics' effect on immune system
In a new study, orthodontics researchers at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine recently discovered how synthetic polymers, including clear aligners, retainers and sleep devices, may affect the immune system. ...
Mar 31, 2026
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Dental care can help cirrhosis patients avoid liver cancer, hospitalization
A healthy mouth is key to protecting the well-being of people battling liver disease, a new study reports. Veterans with early-stage cirrhosis had fewer health problems and complications—including a lower risk of liver cancer—if ...
Mar 31, 2026
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