Easy Steps to Step Up Your Day!
We have all been there – hitting snooze for the 2nd time, reaching for that 3rd cup of coffee, or scouring the lunchroom for any … more
Overall Health
Research Supports ‘Oral-gut axis’ Linking IBD and Periodontitis
A new review of over 300 studies suggests an “oral-gut-axis” linking inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and periodontitis. Patients with one condition are more likely to … more
Dalhousie Faculty of Dentistry Conducting Clinical Trials for Oral Cancer Prevention
Researchers from Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Dentistry are launching clinical trials to determine whether metformin, a drug often used to treat type 2 diabetes, could … more
The Ability to Chew Properly May Improve Blood Sugar Levels in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
If you’re a health care provider treating people with Type 2 diabetes (T2D), University at Buffalo researcher Mehmet A. Eskan has this suggestion for you: … more
Oral Surgeon and Staff Use CPR and AED to Save Man’s Life
Back in February, members of an oral surgery team saved the life of a a man in West Hartford, Connecticut, who collapsed and turned blue while … more
Poor Oral Health May Increase Risk of Meniere Disease
A study published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine reveals that poor oral health may be linked to a higher risk of developing Meniere disease. … more
Early Study Suggests Poor Oral Health Can Affect Brain Later in Life
Preliminary research shows that gum and teeth health can have benefits for your brain health. These results are set to be presented at the American … more
Toronto Clinic Client Says Dentist ‘Saved My Life’
Sharon Edmonds credits Toronto Public Health dentist Dr. Rishi Saxena not only for her good oral health — but for saving her life. Edmonds, 69, … more
One Day at a Time: Mapping Your Road to Wellness
Many of us want to incorporate healthier habits into our lifestyles, but the mere thought of a wellness routine is daunting. You floss, you brush, … more
Canadians Not Pleased with Provinces on Health Care: Survey
A majority of Canadians are not pleased with how their provincial governments are handling health care, according to a new survey from the Angus Reid Institute. The … more
Expanding The Dental Hygienist’s Role: A Focus on Reducing Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
The first time I heard Dr. Bradley Bale, MD, and Dr. Amy Doneen, DNP, speak about their latest research and the effect of oral health … more
For the Pun of It: Health and Fitness Ideas to Help You Find What Fits
In March 2020, Oral Health published my most-viewed article. Surprisingly, it wasn’t about preparing, marketing and selling a dental practice. Apparently, in-depth talks about taxes, … more
Poor Oral Health More Likely for Children With Heart Conditions
Children with heart conditions are more likely to have poor oral health and teeth in fair or poor condition than those without heart conditions, according … more
Excess Sugar Consumption Costs Canada’s Health-Care System $5 Billion Each Year
Imagine if the real cost to society of the food you buy at the grocery store was built right into each product’s price. Everything with … more
OraCare Doubles Down with Dentists to Support Cancer Patients
In recognition of National World Cancer Day, OraCare is expanding the scope of its OraCare Cares program with an in kind donation to cancer patients … more
Finding Your Breath in a Busy World
You’re half an hour behind and you have three hygiene checks to perform. Mrs. Brown’s implant crown popped off while an assistant was taking an … more
Better Education Needed About Oral Sex Disease Risk, Poll of Young People Shows
Most teens and young adults know it’s possible to catch or spread a sexually transmitted infection by having unprotected oral sex, a new poll shows. … more
5 Essentials of Well-being
Professional athletes place as much importance on their rest and recovery as on their performance strategy. Why? Because the time we spend recharging directly impacts … more
Physical Activity to Support Periodontal Health
Providing patients with proper oral hygiene instruction is recognized as an important part of dental hygiene appointments – but should we also be encouraging patients … more
Fall Into Fitness
Other than looking a little more youthful or sporty in your Facebook or Instagram profile picture, why else ought we get a little fitter? There … more