Periodontitis is a microbially driven, host-mediated disease that leads to loss of periodontal
attachment and resorption of bone. It is associated with the elevation of systemic …

There has been intense research focus on the biological mechanisms underlying the
transition from health to disease for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) over recent years, and it is now …

As observational studies support the association between periodontal disease (PD) and
cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), we examined this relationship using the National Health …

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between food choices and periodontal
health status (PHS) in adults who receive care through a public health system. We evaluated …

Background Periodontal diseases are chronic inflammatory conditions that require early
screening for effective long‐term management. Oral neutrophil counts (ONCs) correlate with …

Abstract Background Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) for hepatitis C treatment in China
became available since 2017. This study expects to generate evidence to inform decision …

Studies reported periodontal disease (PD) periodontal disease is associated with many
systemic diseases, including cardiovascular outcomes and all-cause mortality. However, the …

Aim To examine the relationship between periodontal disease and tooth loss and risk of
inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Methods We conducted a prospective cohort study of …

Background Poor oral health is associated with many chronic diseases, including diabetes.
As diabetes can worsen oral health and vice versa, care guidelines recommend that patients …

Background The focal infection theory has been used to explain several chronic systemic
diseases in the past. Systemic diseases were thought to be caused by focal infections, such …