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Nearly half all Americans over age 30 suffer from some form of gum disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer risk elevated with severe gum disease

Odds of developing colorectal cancer were increased particularly for nonsmokers with severe gum disease.

31 Jan 2018 2:32 PM IST

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How severe gum disease could lead to cancer

Here is what researchers have discovered.

18 Jan 2018 12:26 PM IST

An especially strong link to mortality caused by pancreatic cancer was found. (Photo: Pixabay)

Bacteria linked to gum disease may cause cancer: study

The bacteria that causes periodontitis may increase the risk of oral or pancreatic cancers.

17 Jan 2018 4:52 PM IST

Survey finds one third of millennials brush their teeth only once a day. (Photo: Pixabay)

Survey finds one third of millennials brush their teeth only once a...

62% of Americans also reported that they were too scared to go to see a dentist.

26 Feb 2018 12:39 PM IST

It is also believed to be linked to heart disease (Photo: AFP)

Men with gum disease may find it difficult to get an erection

Brushing teeth twice a day and regular visits to a dentist can make a difference and protect men from gum disease and...

5 July 2018 3:12 PM IST

The study was published in British Dental Journal. (Photo: ANI)

Effect of obesity on non-surgical periodontal care

Study explores relationship between obesity and gum disease.

8 Dec 2019 1:21 PM IST

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Whole grain carbohydrates good for oral health: Study

Evidence suggests that a diet rich in whole grain carbohydrates is less likely to damage your oral health.

7 Aug 2018 11:22 AM IST

Chronic gum inflammation, known as periodontitis, is associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimers disease (Photo: Pixabay)

Long lasting gum disease may up risk of Alzheimer's, says study

Recent studies have suggested that chronic periodontitis might contribute to a decline in thinking ability.

19 Aug 2017 10:36 AM IST

People who report spending money on saving time are more satisfied with their lives than the others (Photo: Pixabay)

According to study, money can buy happiness

Researchers say spending money to buy free time does improve happiness, leave one feeling less stressed and satisfied...

2 Aug 2017 9:22 AM IST

Previous research has shown that periodontal disease caused by certain oral microbiota has been associated with several types of cancer (Photo: AFP)

Oral bacteria that causes gum disease linked to cancer

Since the disease is often not discovered until it has reached an advanced stage, survival rates range from about 15 to...

3 Dec 2017 7:30 PM IST