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Management of the hypertensive dental patient

Managing hypertension in oral healthcare

Introduction Hypertension is a serious chronic condition affecting over a billion people globally and is the leading risk factor for morbidity and mortality. Hypertension is often asymptomatic in the initial stages, making it crucial to recognize hypertension early to help mitigate disease progression. Hypertension…

Heart Health Oral Health Wellness July 2, 2025

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Periodontitis associated with hypertension in systemically healthy individuals

Key messages: Periodontitis is linked to higher blood pressure in otherwise healthy individuals. Individuals with periodontitis had higher mean systolic and diastolic blood pressure and higher odds of systolic blood pressure ≥140 mm Hg. Gingival bleeding associated with higher mean systolic…

Diseases Wellness June 10, 2025

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Review of eating disorders

Key messages: Eating disorders are characterized by disturbances in eating behaviour, occurring more often in females than males. Common eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder. Treatment includes nutritional support, psychotherapy, and pharmacotherapy.…

Diseases Oral Health May 12, 2025

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Periodontal disease: A systemic condition

Background Periodontal disease is one of the most common inflammatory diseases in humans. Periodontitis is a global public health problem impacting oral health, general health, and well-being. Traditionally, periodontitis was considered a local inflammatory disease of the periodontium. Numerous studies have demonstrated associations between…

Oral lichen planus and lichenoid lesions - challenges and pitfalls for the general dental

Diseases Oral Health February 12, 2025

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Oral lichen planus and lichenoid lesions

Key messages: Clients may exhibit both intraoral and extraoral manifestations of lichen planus. Those with multisite involvement require multidisciplinary management. Refer any suspected cases of oral lichen planus or oral lichenoid lesion to a specialist unless competent to manage the condition…

Biological aging mediates the association between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease: Results from a national population study and Mendelian randomization analysis

Diseases Oral Health Wellness January 19, 2025

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Biological aging mediates the association between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease

Key Messages: Periodontitis is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and aging plays a mediating role in this association. Progression of periodontitis is significantly associated with biological aging, suggesting periodontitis may accelerate the systemic aging process. Periodontitis management may delay…

Cancer October 21, 2024

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Cannabis use and head and neck cancer

Key messages: Adults with cannabis dependence (i.e., cannabis use disorder) are 3.5 to 5 times more likely to develop head and neck cancer than those who do not use the substance. Prevalence of head and neck cancer among those with cannabis…

Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2024 report of the Lancet standing Commission

Diseases October 14, 2024

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Dementia prevention, intervention, and care

Key messages: Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 risk factors. Reducing the risk of dementia increases years of healthy life and reduces the time people who develop dementia spend in ill health. It…

Diseases Oral Health June 27, 2024

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Pregnancy-related oral problems

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…

Periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes

Diseases Oral Health June 19, 2024

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Periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes

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…

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