Diseases – Page 2 – ODHA Dental Hygiene Newswire

Oral microbiota in valvular heart disease

The oral cavity houses a complex microbiota community that plays a vital role in general homeostasis. It is one of the most colonized parts of the body, after the intestinal system, possessing the second largest and most diverse microbiota, including bacteria, viruses,…

Oral health and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

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Oral health and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) is a leading cause of disability and death globally. It is well recognized that modifying established ASCVD risk factors reduce ASCVD morbidity and mortality. However, other preventive strategies may also contribute to cardiovascular risk improvements. Periodontal disease (PD)…

Protective effectiveness of previous SARS-CoV-2 infection and hybrid immunity against the omicron variant and severe disease: A systematic review and meta-regression

COVID-19 Diseases March 4, 2023

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Previous SARS-CoV-2 infection and hybrid immunity against omicron variant and severe disease

The global surge in the omicron (B.1.1.529) variant has resulted in many individuals with hybrid immunity, that is, immunity developed through a combination of SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination. Restricting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 infection and preventing severe COVID-19 remains a global priority.…

Canadian dental hygienists’ experiences and perceptions of regulatory guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative descriptive analysis

COVID-19 Oral Health February 17, 2023

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Canadian dental hygienists’ experiences and perceptions of COVID-19 regulatory guidelines

This research was discussed with authors Dr. Leigha Rock, PhD, and Dr. Paul Allison, PhD in Episodes 64 and 69 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer and Kim Ivan, respectively. Additional keynotes and resources are included with the audiocast episodes to layer learning. Listen to Episodes…

Diseases Oral Health February 10, 2023

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Oral health associated with incident diabetes but not other chronic diseases: A register-based cohort study

Periodontitis and dental caries are common chronic oral infectious diseases characterized by chronic inflammation, and their progressions are influenced by multiple factors. Periodontitis is associated with an increased risk for several chronic systemic diseases, such as diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, and…

Rise in oral cancer risk factors associated with the COVID

Cancer COVID-19 Oral Health January 31, 2023

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Rise in oral cancer risk factors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic mandates a more diligent approach to oral cancer screening and treatment

Oral cancer is cancer within the oral cavity, including the buccal mucosa, gingiva, anterior two-thirds of the tongue, floor of the mouth, hard palate, and retromolar trigone. Oral cancer remains the sixth most common cancer globally and is a major health concern…

Diseases Oral Health Wellness January 27, 2023

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The dental demolition derby: bruxism and its impact – part 3: repair and reconstruction

Bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity. For many, this is not a significant problem but for some, this behaviour leads to substantial impact and tissue damage that can be significant, compromising function…

The dental demolition derby: bruxism and its impact - part 2: early management of bruxism

Diseases Oral Health Wellness January 17, 2023

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The dental demolition derby: bruxism and its impact – part 2: early management of bruxism

As described in the first paper, bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity, which is not a significant problem for many clients. But for some, the behaviour leads to significant issues and extensive…

The dental demolition derby: bruxism and its impact - part 1:

Diseases Oral Health Wellness January 6, 2023

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The dental demolition derby: bruxism and its impact – part 1: background

Introduction: There will be three seperate posts on the Dental Hygiene Newswire website about the series of three research papers that review the etiology of bruxism, its impacts, and treatment strategies for persistent bruxers at risk of tissue damage. Part 1: background…

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Diseases New Research Oral Health November 11, 2022

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Treatment of periodontitis and C-reactive protein: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Inflammation is the body's protective response to infection and/or trauma. Systemic inflammation is implicated in the onset and progression of several chronic diseases. Periodontitis is amongst the most common inflammatory diseases of the adult population and is a potential trigger of systemic…

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