Diseases

Introduction Pregnancy-related oral health conditions can occur from hormonal changes, altered immunological responses, and changes in oral hygiene and food habits. Poor oral health during pregnancy has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as premature birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia. Recognizing oral…

Introduction Periodontal disease is a chronic infectious disease. According to data, the global prevalence of gingivitis in pregnant individuals is 30–100%. Periodontal pathogens initiate chronic damage to tooth-supporting tissues. Periodontal pathogens and their metabolites can also lead to adverse pregnancy outcomes through…

Key messages Fifteen risk factors were associated with young-onset dementia. Targeting health and lifestyle factors may reduce the risk of young-onset dementia. Background The global prevalence of dementia is expected to rise from 50 million in 2020 to 115 million in…

Although the prevalence of gingivitis can be similar to or greater than dental caries during childhood, gingivitis has received much less attention in understanding the long-term impact chronic periodontal inflammation in childhood may have on the overall health of the periodontium throughout…