Parkinson’s Disease Gut microbial production of imidazole propionate drives Parkinson’s pathologies These findings identify microbial imidazole propionate (ImP), produced via the enzyme urocanate reductase (UrdA), as a direct pathological mediator…
Read More…as its biomarkers, thereby enabling early intervention and personalized patient care. International Dental Journal 2025 The effects of thyroid function on periodontal status: a systematic review and meta-analysis Thyroid…
Read More…California’s Dental Transformation Initiative, a Medicaid 1115 waiver that oversees payment and care reforms. New Hampshire’s expanded care settings for Medicaid pediatric dental including Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinics. Overall,…
Read More…apnea, a serious sleep and breathing condition. During Sleep Awareness Month in March, United Concordia Dental is spotlighting the role of dentists in detecting sleep apnea in patients. Research shows…
Read More…Vision Month in May, research pointing to a link between gum disease and an increased risk of glaucoma supports that oral health is connected to overall health. Some studies have…
Read More…conference is the premier industry event for the dental benefits market. With in-person attendance of 650, CONVERGE hosted many standing-room-only sessions, numerous networking opportunities, a dynamic Discovery Zone exhibit hall…
Read MoreOsteoporosis From teeth to bone: dental caries has causal effects on osteoporosis and osteoporotic fracture Dental caries causally increases the risk of osteoporosis (OP) and postmenopausal OP with pathological fracture,…
Read More…dysbiosis. International Dental Journal 2024 Psoriasis Patients Suffer From Worse Periodontal Status-A Meta-Analysis The aim of this meta-analysis was to quantitatively evaluate whether the periodontal status of psoriasis patients…
Read More…that vaping has been linked to some of the same oral health risks as smoking,” said Katie Deffke, DDS, dental director, United Concordia Dental. “These include throat irritation, gum issues…
Read More…take note of the following industry survey deadlines: Benefit Utilization – March 31 Premium – April 30 Enrollment – May 31 Please contact Jerry Berggren with any questions or concerns….
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