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The Human Microbiome

...human cells by 10 to one. The human microbiome accounts for 99% of the genetic variation between individuals. The interaction of the microbiome with the human genome and environmental factors—such...

The Heart and Mouth Connection

...the association between periodontitis and ACVD is the increased immune activity in individuals with periodontitis.8 Due to frequently occurring bacteremias and transferring of microorganisms to lymphoid organs, increased antibody…

Treatment Considerations For Heart Patients

...increased risk for developing infective endocarditis.3,14 Several microorganisms are responsible for its development, but staphylococci and streptococci account for approximately 75% of cases.13 Although bacteria are the most common…

All Sugars Are Not Created Equal

...statistical analysis of panel data to empirically evaluate whether changes in sugar availability may account for the divergence in diabetes prevalence. By analyzing data on sugar availability and diabetes rates...

Dealing With Dementia

...hypothesized that poor oral health status was associated with cognitive decline and that high levels of inflammatory markers would partially account for the relationship. A large cohort of individuals (n=3,075)...

Treating Patients With CREST Syndrome

...that dental professionals must take manual dexterity into account when providing patient education.14 Available research focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of CREST and includes oral manifestations.1,15 Currently, most…

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