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Chewing xylitol gum linked to decrease in preterm birth

November 13, 2024 sarah JonasResearch Results

Results from a study in Malawi showed that chewing gum containing xylitol, a naturally occurring alcohol sugar, was associated with a 24% reduction in preterm birth. The findings were published today in Med (a Cell Press journal).

Researchers found that the group of pregnant individuals randomized to receive chewing gum also saw a 30% drop in low-birthweight babies, when compared with the control group which did not receive xylitol gum, noted lead author Dr. Greg Valentine, associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Regenerative drug restores bone in Lankenau research study

January 19, 2023 sarah JonasResearch Results

A study led by pioneering Lankenau Institute for Medical Research scientist Ellen Heber-Katz, PhD, has demonstrated the ability of an experimental regenerative medicine developed in her lab to restore bone in an animal.

Study: Obesity raises the risk of gum disease by inflating growth of bone-destroying cells

November 12, 2021 sarah JonasResearch Results

Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells that break down bone tissue, including the bone that holds teeth in place, according to new University at Buffalo research that sought to improve understanding of the connection between obesity and gum disease.

What is gum recession and how do gum grafts work to remedy it?

March 26, 2021 sarah JonasFeature

Gum recession can be a result of genetic factors, orthodontics, age, tobacco use, or vigorous tooth brushing. If not treated, it can damage the surrounding bone and in severe cases may lead to tooth loss. A gum graft is a common repair. Tufts University School of Dental Medicine’s Irina Dragan explains.

Are Your Gums Saying Something About Your Dementia Risk?

July 29, 2020 sarah JonasResearch Results

Gum disease, especially the kind that is irreversible and causes tooth loss, may be associated with mild cognitive impairment and dementia 20 years later, according to a study published in the July 29, 2020, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

Could This Plaque Identifying Toothpaste Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke?

February 24, 2020 sarah JonasResearch Results

For decades, researchers have suggested a link between oral health and inflammatory diseases affecting the entire body – in particular, heart attacks and strokes. Results of a randomized pilot trial of Plaque HD®, the first toothpaste that identifies plaque so that it can be removed with directed brushing, showed that it produced a statistically significant reduction in C-reactive protein, a sensitive marker for future risks of heart attacks and strokes, among those with elevations at baseline.

Your gums reveal your diet

January 30, 2020 sarah JonasResearch Results

Sweet soft drinks and lots of sugar increase the risk of both dental cavities and inflammation of the gums – known as periodontal diseases – and if this is the case, then healthy eating habits should be prioritised even more.

Sentinels in the Mouth: Special Sensory Cells in the Gums Protect Against Periodontitis

October 3, 2019 sarah JonasResearch Results

Newly discovered chemical-sensing cells in the gums protect the mouth by standing guard against infections that damage soft tissue and destroy the bone that supports the teeth. With the help of bitter taste receptors that also detect byproducts from harmful bacteria, these special gum cells trigger the immune system to control the amount and type of bacteria in the mouth and could one day lead to personalized dental treatments against gum disease.