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Compendium: Exploring The Relationship Between Oral Health And Systemic Health Within The African American Population

Much published research documents continuing racial and ethnic disparities in health, particularly for African Americans, which apply to both oral and systemic diseases. Current research suggests biologically plausible associations between oral and systemic diseases; however, clear causeand- effect relationships have not been substantiated. Some researchers and health care providers have noted anecdotal associations between oral and systemic health, as well as compounding adverse effects of oral and systemic diseases and dysfunctions.

Diagnostic And Therapeutic Strategies For The Management Of The Diabetic Patient

The bridge between oral and systemic health exists and becomes more concrete as data continue to emerge in support of this relationship.

Infection Or Inflammation: The Link Between Periodontal Disease And Systemic Disease

There is increasing evidence that chronic infections are associated with cardiovascular diseases. A number of hypotheses have been put forward to explain these associations, including common susceptibility, systemic inflammation, direct infection of the blood vessels, and cross-reactivity or molecular mimicry between bacterial and self-antigens.

Diabète sucré : Stratégies pour fournir des soins de santé complets

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder that has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. The disease affects 18.2 million Americans, yet approximately one-third of these individuals remains undiagnosed. An additional 41 million individuals have prediabetes. It is estimated that one in three that were born in the year 2000 will have diabetes, and that diabetes will increase by 225% between 2000 and 2050.

Better Oral Health May Mean Better Overall Health

Improper oral health leads to plaque buildup and plaque formation may lead to gingivitis, which in some patients may progress to periodontitis, a more severe form of gum disease.

Systemic Health Forum: A Journey Of Discovery

Is oral infection and inflammation a risk for systemic conditions? It has taken more than 300 years to arrive at the point we are today. The articles in this special issue, which are based on presentations at the International Consensus Forum on Oral and Systemic Health in Montreal, review the current evidence on the contribution of oral bacteria to systemic health. As a first step, it is helpful to review the past to see how the question of the oral/systemic connection evolved over three centuries. This article presents a brief overview of that journey.

Host Modulation For The Treatment Of Periodontal Diseases

Until the 1970s, treatment strategies for periodontal disease were primarily based on the understanding that plaque bacteria and their products mediated the tissue destruction in periodontal patients.

Gingivitis: New Insights Into Inflammation And Periodontal Diseases

At the forefront of dentistry today is an increasing knowledge of the role of chronic inflammation and the changes it can cause in both the oral cavity and systemically. Now you can gain a new level of understanding with these informative articles to help you more effectively treat your patients with gingival inflammation.

Strength Of Evidence Relating Periodontal Disease And Cardiovascular Disease

The objective of this review is to assess the strength of evidence relating periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease.

Smart Tips #4: Repiratory Disease And Oral Health

Residents of long-term care facilities are often at a greater risk of developing respiratory diseases, such as pneumonia. Poor oral hygiene may be one reason for this development because the bacteria that cause respiratory disease may be present in dental plaque. Previous studies have demonstrated a reduced incidence of respiratory disease development in patients who received daily oral hygiene care while in long-term care facilities. A recent study examined the levels of respiratory pathogens present in the dental plaque of patients in a long-term care facility. The investigators found that dental plaque can be a source of respiratory pathogens, and suggest that oral hygiene protocols be instituted to help reduce the development of respiratory disease in this population of patients.

Smart Tips #2: Cardiovascular Disease And Oral Inflammation

Cardiovascular disease involves the heart and/or blood vessels. More than 50 million Americans experience cardiovascular problems and cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death and disability in the United States. By the time heart problems are detected, the underlying cause (atherosclerosis) is usually quite advanced. Therefore, prevention through the modification of risk factors, such as healthy eating, exercise, and not smoking, is key.

Oral Health-General Health Interrelationships: Health Policy Implications

The World Health Organization (WHO) is an association of ministries of health. Scientific knowledge is used to build public health programs that are evidence-based.

Smart Tips #1: Diabetes And Oral Inflammation

Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. Of the 20.8 million children and adults in the United States who have diabetes, nearly one-third are unaware that they have the disease.

Inflammation: The Relationship Between Oral Health And Systemic Disease

Since the mid 1990s, both the scientific community and the public have been inundated with articles addressing the association between systemic diseases and oral health.

Periodontal Infection And Glycemic Control In Diabetes: Current Evidence

Both diabetes and periodontal diseases are common chronic diseases. This article describes the current evidence regarding the relationship between periodontal infections and glycemic control in diabetes.

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Women and Dentistry Reports: A Global Dialogue

Technology has transformed how we communicate with each other, and the marketplace is energized global competition. It is no surprise then that global health is a more acceptable term now than it was in the past.

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Introducing Pro-Argin™, A Breakthrough Technology Based upon Arginine and Calcium Carbonate for In-Office Treatment of Dentin Hypersensitivity

A Breakthrough Technology Based upon Arginine and Calcium Carbonate for In-Office Treatment of Dentin Hypersensitivity.

Oral Inflammation And Cardiovascular Diseases

Atherosclerosis, the thickening and hardening of arteries produced by a build-up of plaque, is the underlying cause of cardiovascular disease (CVD). It is essentially an inflammatory disease, whereby an initial lesion, in response to injury to the endothelium of elastic and muscular arterial tissue, leads to a complex chronic inflammatory process. There is accumulating evidence of a role for infectious agents in atherogenesis; by causing endothelial injury, they may, in part, trigger the inflammatory response. The levels of inflammatory mediators in the systemic circulation, such as C-reactive protein (CRP) and fibrinogen, are indicators of a general inflammatory response and atherosclerosis. This link between inflammation and atherosclerosis suggests that chronic infections, such as oral infections from periodontal disease, may predispose to cardiovascular disease. Significant similarities in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis and periodontitis have suggested a common underlying biological mechanism for the two conditions. Based on this paradigm, several studies have investigated the relationship between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease.

Oral Inflammation And Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism. It is characterized by hyperglycemia (i.e., elevation of blood glucose concentration) caused by the defective secretion of insulin (type I), or impaired insulin action due to tissue resistance (type II). While there is no known cure for diabetes, appropriate measures can be taken to control blood glucose levels and prevent both acute and chronic complications. Poor glycemic control in diabetic patients has several repercussions, including some on oral health. Patients with diabetes are prone to develop oral complications such as gingivitis and periodontal disease, fungal infections (oral candidiasis, lichen planus), dental caries, tooth loss, enlarged parotid glands, xerostomia, taste dysfunction, and burning mouth syndrome.

Oral Inflammation And Osteoporosis

Bone loss is a central, common feature of both periodontal disease and osteoporosis. Osteopenia, or low bone mineral density (BMD), results when bone metabolism becomes unbalanced, with bone resorption by osteoclast cells occurring at a faster rate than bone production by osteoblast cells.1A woman with a BMD 2.5 standard deviations below the mean peak density for young women has osteoporosis, according to the definition of the World Health Organization. Prevalence is higher in women than men and increases with age. About 35% of post-menopausal white women have osteoporosis of the hip, spine, or distal forearm; prevalence in Asian women is similar.

Oral Inflammation And Patient Management

The effects of oral inflammation are not limited to oral health. The previous five installments in this series of articles have addressed various aspects of the relationship between oral inflammation and systemic conditions. For example, periodontal disease may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease, respiratory diseases, osteoporosis, preterm delivery and low birth weight newborns; it can also accelerate the progression of diabetes. In this respect, it is critical to manage oral inflammation not only for oral health, but also to maintain the general health of patients.

Oral Inflammation And Respiratory Diseases

Periodontal disease has been linked to an increased risk of respiratory diseases, such as pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This article briefly describes evidence for this association, and the mechanisms by which oral bacteria may promote colonization of the lungs by pathogens.

Overview Of Oral Inflammation

Over the last 25 years, the field of periodontology has witnessed remarkable changes in the understanding of disease processes and their relationship to the body as a whole. The focus on inflammation of the gingiva and periodontium, as important solely for disease of the oral cavity, has shifted to include significant associations with the health of other body systems.

American Journal of Dentistry, Pro-ArginTM/MC Special Issue

Introducing Pro-ArginTM/MC, a Breakthrough Technology Based upon Arginine and Calcium for In-Surgery Treatment of Dentin Hypersensitivity.

Pro-Argin™ Technology Mode Of Action

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Periodontal Disease and Overall Health: A Clinician's Guide

Periodontal disease is one of the most common diseases of man and is responsible for most of the tooth loss in adults. Periodontal disease has received considerable attention in the past several decades and a new understanding of the disease is emerging.

Clinical Evaluation of the Efficacy of a Desensitizing Paste Containing 8% Arginine and Calcium Carbonate for the In-office Relief of Dentin Hypersensitivity Associated with Dental Prophylaxis

Learn how Pro-ArginTM/MC Technology is clinically proven to work prior to a dental procedure.

Oral Lesions Manual

Since its introduction over fifteen, the Guide has helped thousands of practitioners and students do a more rapid job of diagnosing and treating oral diseases. This edition has been extensively updated to provide you with the most current data available in the critical area of oral pathology diagnosis and treatment. The Guide will help you quickly diagnose and treat the majority of oral diseases likely to be found in practice and will illustrate and discuss normal variations which are commonly mistaken for disease states.

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