Featuring Dr. Trevor Eason, MD The oral–systemic connection continues to gain attention across both dental and medical communities. In this educational discussion, Dr. Trevor Eason, MD, joins the conversation to explore how oral infection and inflammation influence...
For years, oral bacteria were viewed as a localized problem—limited to the gums and supporting structures. But new research is shifting that perspective. Emerging evidence suggests that periodontal pathogens may act as a “regulatory hub”, influencing inflammation and...
Diabetes and oral health are more connected than most people realize. New research continues to highlight how oral dysbiosis—an imbalance of bacteria in the mouth—can drive systemic inflammation and contribute to insulin resistance. This relationship isn’t...
Your Gums and Your Heart Are More Connected Than You Think For years, gum disease was thought to stay in the mouth.Today, research continues to show something very different. Oral bacteria don’t just live in the gums—they can enter the bloodstream and impact the...
What Do Oral Bacteria Have to Do with Multiple Sclerosis? For years, gum disease was thought to stay in the mouth.But research continues to show something very different. Certain oral bacteria—especially Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn)—are now being studied for their...
New Research Highlights the Lifelong Impact of Oral Health A newly published study in the International Journal of Cardiology (April 2026) adds powerful evidence to the growing body of research connecting oral health and systemic disease. This large, nationwide cohort...
