New research presented at EuroPerio11 sheds light on the profound connections between diet, inflammation, and gum health.

“As a dental hygienist I would never use super glue, gorilla glue, or any other type of chemical in my mouth that is not ...

One recent meta-analysis has linked it to a 30% higher risk of developing AFib, a potentially serious heart rhythm disorder ...

Tempted to skip the floss? Your heart might thank you if you don't. A new study from Hiroshima University (HU) finds that the gum disease bacterium Porphyromonas gingivalis ( P. gingivalis ) can slip ...

New research shows that the gum disease bacterium P. gingivalis can slip into the bloodstream and infiltrate the heart. There, it quietly drives scar tissue buildup -- distorting the heart's ...

Researchers are uncovering new evidence showing infection may play a significant role in the development of Alzheimer’s ...

The sCD13 protein has been previously identified by a rheumatology research team at the University of Michigan as a powerful inducer of inflammation in multiple autoimmune disorders, such as ...

By Hiroshima University Department of Public Relations New research shows that the gum disease bacterium P. gingivalis can ...

In recent years, the relationship between oral health and overall health has become increasingly clear. One critical area of ...