Oral Health

Key messages Toothbrushing was associated with a significantly lower risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia, particularly in patients receiving invasive mechanical ventilation. Toothbrushing was also associated with a shorter duration of mechanical ventilation, shorter intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, and reduced…

The classification of periodontal disease plays a pivotal role in identifying the severity and extent of disease progression, facilitating an effective treatment plan and prognostic assessment. Traditionally, periodontal disease classification has relied heavily on the clinical or radiographic detection of alveolar bone…

Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are growing in dental implant procedures. For example, various AI models have been developed to recognize implant types using periapical and panoramic radiographs. Similarly, AI applications have been developed to predict osteointegration success or implant prognosis using client risk…

Approximately two billion adults and 520 million children globally experience dental caries. The prevalence of dental caries continues to increase in most low- and middle-income countries, disproportionately affecting marginalized and underserved groups. Additionally, oral healthcare facilities and providers are often unevenly geographically…

Oral health is associated with general health, morbidity, and mortality in older adults and is crucial for healthy aging. Dental caries induces pain and infection and is a predominant reason for tooth loss, which negatively affects aesthetics, chewing efficiency, speech, and social…

Mechanical plaque removal aims to disrupt and remove bacterial plaque on tooth surfaces. The toothbrush is the most common mechanical plaque control device used. Ideally, it should be used with fluoridated toothpaste. Nonetheless, the selection of oral hygiene devices can be associated with…

The relationship between type 2 diabetes and periodontal disease has been shown to be complex and bidirectional. Both type 2 diabetes and periodontitis involve inflammatory dysregulation and have been suggested to contribute to systemic inflammatory burden. Regular toothbrushing was associated with better oral…

Background Glycemic control is a key component in diabetes management. Periodontitis is the inflammation and destruction of the underlying supporting tissues of the teeth. Studies have shown evidence of a bidirectional relationship between glycemic control and periodontitis. Glycemic control can be measured by glycated hemoglobin…