Researchers at York University’s Faculty of Health say those who have a history of an eating disorder, obsessive-compulsive traits, dieting, poor body image and a drive for thinness are more likely to develop a pathological obsession with healthy eating or consuming only…
Healthier oral hygiene by frequent tooth brushing and professional dental cleaning may reduce risk of atrial fibrillation and heart failure.
Abstract
Objective: Poor oral hygiene can provoke transient bacteremia and systemic inflammation, a mediator of atrial fibrillation and heart failure. This study aims to…
Sleep deprivation is so common around the world that it’s often shrugged off, making people "comfortable" with functioning on minimal sleep. According to the South African Society of Sleep Medicine, about 30 to 40% of South African adults suffer from insomnia. A…
Opioids are commonly prescribed to relieve pain after tooth extraction. Understanding the differences in client-reported outcomes between opioid users and non-users could encourage the adoption of more conservative and appropriate prescribing practices in oral health medicine.
In a quality improvement study of 329…
With the flu and other viruses circulating, the majority of people have hand sanitizer close by. In a study published in mSphere, researchers say ethanol — the active ingredient in both liquid and wipe hand sanitizers — can fall short when trying to kill…
Every few years, the ODHA Board of Directors evaluates the association’s strategic plan and priorities. Reviewing the plan every two to three years ensures ODHA remains relevant and current with trends in the profession while developing a clear plan with which to…
Participation in organized sport during childhood and adolescence is associated with bone mass at 20 years of age, according to a Journal of Bone and Mineral Research study. In the study that followed 984 children into young adulthood, males who were consistent sport participators…
In recent years, diet trends such as intermittent fasting have popularized the practice of delayed or restricted eating for many individuals looking to manage caloric intake. Still, many people open to restructuring their schedules have the same question: When is the right…
Frequency of tooth brushing was associated with risk of new-onset diabetes in a large retrospective study. In 188,013 individuals followed for a median of 10 years, those who brushed three or more times a day were 8% less likely to develop diabetes…
Recent evidence suggests that cannabis use during pregnancy is increasing, although population-based data about perinatal outcomes following in utero exposure remain limited. Using a comprehensive perinatal registry in the province of Ontario, a study aimed to assess whether there are associations between…