Preclinical and population research has inspired some debate over whether or not long-term cannabis use causes any major changes.
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Gum disease linked to rheumatoid arthritis – Johns Hopkins Division of Rheumatology
A new study links chronic inflammatory gum infections with a particular bacterium to rheumatoid arthritis via a process called “hypercitrullination”.
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A study from Johns Hopkins University links rheumatoid arthritis with gum infections, periodontal disease.
Chewing Your Food Can Protect You From Illness
A recent study conducted by the University of Manchester and National Institutes of Health showed that proper chewing of food can activate T helper 17 cells in the mouth. The study has been published in the journal ‘Immunity’.
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Published in the journal Immunity, researchers uncover how chewing can supercharge cells that protect us from harmful bacteria.
Maintaining Good Oral Health In Retirement Can Save Your Life And Your Money
Dentists say maintaining good oral health in retirement can save your life and your money. Older adults represent at least a third of a dentist’s patient population. And Dr. Steven Mascarin, DDS said seniors should know that dentists are aggressively courting them with special offers and discounts.
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Researchers in the UK found that people with poor oral health or gum disease are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s that those who have healthy teeth and gums.
New e-cig alert as experts warn of mouth cancer risk
Experts at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) found e-cigarettes contained toxic substances that could kill the top layer of cells in the mouth and gums (file photo).
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Studies indicate that e-cigarette vapor and their flavorings trigger gum inflammation, and increase the risk of mouth cancer.
