August 1, 2024 by Tufts University Credit: CC0 Public Domain After scrolling social media, you might be tempted to ditch your typical oral care regimen in favor of melted coconut oil, or other similar oils, for a practice known as oil pulling. A method of traditional Ayurvedic medicine native to India, oil pulling involves swishing...
REGENSTRIEF INSTITUTE IMAGE: Medications can play a significant role in oral health. A new study from the Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Dentistry demonstrates that many younger adult dental patients are taking medications and highlights the importance of dental providers reviewing medication histories regardless of age. CREDIT: REGENSTRIEF INSTITUTE INDIANAPOLIS — A new...
By Jennifer Berry Reviewed by Zara Risoldi Cochrane, PharmD, MS, FASCP Triphala is an ancient herbal remedy with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects. Triphala may have various health benefits, such as improving oral and digestive health and supporting skin healing. Triphala is an herbal preparation used in Ayurvedic medicine. It is a combination of three plants...
By Lauren Sharkey Fact checked by Paula Field Perceived stress may detrimentally impact oral health which, in turn, may lead to cognitive decline among specific elderly communities, according to two new studies. Oral health can be a surprisingly good indicator of a person’s well-being. Not only can oral diseases reduce a person’s quality of life, but they can also increase...
Studies examine the role of psycho-social factors in oral health among older Chinese Americans RUTGERS UNIVERSITY Oral health is an essential part of psychological well-being and overall health in older adults. Poor oral health is associated with decreased quality of life, depression, hypertension, and cognitive decline. Two Rutgers studies, co-authored by Darina Petrovsky, Bei Wu,...
