| | | | | | | | Evidence increasingly links chronic periodontitis to Alzheimer’s disease through oral dysbiosis and inflammation. Periodontal pathogens like Porphyromonas gingivalis may contribute to amyloid buildup, tau pathology, and neuroinflammation, making periodontal health a potential modifiable risk factor. |
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| | | | | | As recreational marijuana use rises, dental professionals are encountering patients who are harder to numb during surgical procedures. Chronic cannabis use alters pain processing and anesthetic response, increasing local anesthesia requirements and clinical risk. |
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| | | | | | Can your smartwatch really tell how well you’re sleeping? This article explores the accuracy of popular sleep wearables like Apple Watch, Oura Ring, Fitbit, and WHOOP—comparing their data to clinical sleep studies and highlighting when it’s time to seek a real diagnosis for sleep apnea. |
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| | | | | | This article reviews the top five drug classes beyond bisphosphonates that have demonstrated a clinically significant association with MRONJ, summarizing mechanisms, pharmacologic actions, and implications for treatment planning. |
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