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Treatments that seal a child's back teeth can prevent most cavities

CDC Urges Dental Sealants for All Low-Income Children

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Treatments protect against most cavities -- reducing pain and dental costs
Antibodies to periodontal bacteria are generally not associated with elevated risk of rheumatoid factor

Dental Bacteria Generally Not Tied to Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Only two of nineteen periodontal antibodies associated with rheumatoid factor
Periodontitis is associated with increased incidence of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality

Hospital Study Adds to Evidence of CVR Risk Tied to Periodontitis

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Correlation with cardiovascular death, all-cause mortality remained significant after adjustment
Smoking cannabis for decades may result in gum disease and potential tooth loss

Cannabis Use Over the Long Term Can Lead to Gum Disease

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Besides gum health, researchers assessed lung function, risk factors for heart disease, diabetes
There is an inconsistent correlation between oral health and cognitive status in older individuals

Inconsistent Link Found Between Oral Health, Cognitive Status

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No consistent association for cognitive decline with greater loss of teeth, number of decayed teeth
Periodontitis is associated with increased mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease

Periodontitis Linked to Higher Mortality in Kidney Disease

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Periodontitis may add to systemic inflammation in patients with chronic kidney disease
The Society of Teachers of Family Medicine has released an innovative app as part of its national oral health curriculum

Innovative Oral Health App Helps With Diagnosis, Treatment

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Society of Teachers of Family Medicine app helps family doctors formulate diagnoses, treatment plans
Periodontal disease is associated with increased risk of breast cancer among postmenopausal women

Periodontal Disease Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk

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Increased risk of postmenopausal breast cancer, especially for smokers who quit within last 20 years
Children exposed to secondhand smoke at 4 months of age may be at risk for tooth decay by age 3

Secondhand Smoke in Infancy May Harm Children’s Teeth

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Exposure increases risk of cavities, researchers report
In patients with type 1 diabetes

Periodontal Disease Predicts CAC Progression in Type 1 Diabetes

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No link with coronary artery calcium progression for individuals without diabetes