The influence of periodontitis case definition on the association between periodontal disease and glycaemic status.

Objective: The association between periodontitis and glycaemic control is complex, and often described as 'bidirectional'. Although epidemiological studies have examined this relationship extensively, a disagreement on periodontitis case definition still exists. This study aimed to assess the influence of case definition on the association between periodontal disease and glycaemic status.

Clinical manifestations of gastrointestinal diseases in the oral cavity.

Aim: In this review, several gastrointestinal diseases that dentists may encounter in practice are highlighted and discussed.

Materials And Methods: Using MEDLINE (PubMed), a comprehensive review of gastrointestinal diseases and their oral cavity manifestations was performed.

Results: Many gastrointestinal diseases present with oral symptoms that are detectable by dentists and dental hygienists.

The relationship between inflammatory dietary pattern and incidence of periodontitis.

The long-term inflammatory impact of diet could potentially elevate the risk of periodontal disease through modification of systemic inflammation. The aim of the present study was to prospectively investigate the associations between a food-based, reduced rank regression (RRR)-derived, empirical dietary inflammatory pattern (EDIP) and incidence of periodontitis. The study population was composed of 34 940 men from the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study, who were free of periodontal disease and major illnesses at baseline (1986).

Depression is related to edentulism and lack of functional dentition: An analysis of NHANES data, 2005-2016.

Objective: Depression and tooth loss are significant health problems that affect individuals' functionality and quality of life. Comorbidity between depression and oral diseases has been reported. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between depression and tooth loss in a US representative adult sample.

The associations between major dietary patterns and risk of periodontitis.

Aim: To prospectively investigate the associations between major dietary patterns and incidence of periodontitis.

Methods: We included 34,940 men from the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study, free of periodontal disease and major illnesses at baseline. Detailed medical and dental history was collected through biennial mailed questionnaires, and dietary information was provided through quadrennial food frequency questionnaires.

Granulomatous diseases: Oral manifestations and recommendations.

Granulomatous diseases may present with oral manifestations that are detectable by dental care providers. In certain cases, oral manifestations may precede systemic signs and symptoms. Dentists managing patients with these conditions may modify the dental treatment plan and possibly retain the support of other health professionals.

Tooth loss as a potential risk factor for deficient sleep: an analysis of a nationally representative sample of adults in the USA.

Purpose: Sleep deficiency is implicated as a risk factor for several systemic conditions. Loss of teeth has a profound effect on the individual's physiologic and psychologic health and quality of life. This study aimed to assess the association between tooth loss and sleep duration and determine if anterior and/or posterior tooth loss is a significant predictor.

Is inadequate sleep a potential risk factor for periodontitis?

This study was undertaken to investigate the potential association between sleep duration and periodontitis. The study population consisted of 10,291 individuals who participated in the United States National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from the 2009-2014 cycles. Sleep duration was categorized into sleep deficient (< 7 hours), sleep adequate (7-8 hours), and sleep excessive (> 8 hours).

Dietary flavonoid intake and risk of periodontitis.

Background: The anti-inflammatory effect associated with flavonoid-containing foods and beverages could potentially impact the risk of periodontal disease. We prospectively investigate the associations between habitual flavonoid intake and incidence of periodontitis.

Methods: The study population was 34,940 men from the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study, who were healthy and free of periodontal disease at baseline (1986).

The Impact of Obesity on the 30-day Morbidity and Mortality After Surgery for Ovarian Cancer.

Objectives: To examine the effect of body mass index (BMI) on postoperative 30-day morbidity and mortality after surgery for ovarian cancer (OC).

Methods: Patients with OC were identified from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program from 2005 to 2011. Women were divided into 3 groups: nonobese (BMI <30 kg/m), obese (30 to <40 kg/m), and morbidly obese (≥40 kg/m).

Inferior alveolar nerve injury in implant dentistry: diagnosis, causes, prevention, and management.

Inferior alveolar nerve injury is one of the most serious complications in implant dentistry. This nerve injury can occur during local anesthesia, implant osteotomy, or implant placement. Proper understanding of anatomy, surgical procedures, and implant systems and proper treatment planning is the key to reducing such an unpleasant complication.

Short-term effects of photodynamic therapy on periodontal status and glycemic control of patients with diabetes.

Background: Periodontitis is a major cause of tooth loss among adults. Several studies have shown a possible systemic impact of periodontal infection, including poor glycemic control in patients with diabetes. Recently, photodynamic therapy (PDT) was used to successfully treat periodontal infection.