Expanding Medicare to Include Dental: A Path to Better Oral Health in Nursing Facilities
Introduction This issue brief is the third in a series of papers that examine how to address barriers in access...
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Refugees deserve more than emergency care: Oral health is a human right
In the global architecture of refugee care, oral health is almost always an afterthought. When dental care is offered, it’s...
What is the impact of vaping on teeth and oral health? | Vaping
The actor Lily James has blamed vaping for damaging her teeth and driving tooth decay that required her to have...
Refugee health care must include oral health
In the 2019 WHO STEPS survey of Jordan — a country hosting millions of displaced people — I expected to...
How Oral Health Affects Alzheimer’s: Inflammation, Pathogens, and Prevention
IntroductionOral Health and Systemic InflammationPathways Linking Periodontal Pathogens to NeurodegenerationEvidence from Research StudiesImplications for Prevention and ManagementChallenges and Knowledge GapsFuture...
How poor oral health can raise heart attack risk: The hidden role of mouth bacteria |
Many people focus on brushing and flossing to avoid cavities or bad breath, but oral health is about much more...
The South’s Oral Health Crisis Is a Matter of Policy Choice
In the Deep South, it’s not uncommon to meet someone who has lost every tooth in their mouth—not because they...
What are the benefits of chewing gum beyond oral health?
Chewing gum may be more than a sweet habit. It may boost endurance in athletes and help patients heal faster....
America has an oral health crisis
Major shifts in public health policy can bring unforeseen consequences. But in the case of fluoride bans, we already know...
