A study in The Journal of the American Dental Association revealed that people with good cardiac health are less prone to gum disease. According to National Health Data, researchers found that people with healthier lifestyles and habits are less likely to have gum and bone diseases, i.e., gingivitis and periodontitis, respectively. The study suggested that people who care for their overall health will eventually have good dental and oral health.

THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ORAL HEALTH LITERACY AND MISSED DENTAL APPOINTMENTS

A study conducted at a university-based dental clinic found that there is a solid connection between oral health literacy rate and missed dental appointments. It was revealed that people with less oral health awareness were over twice as likely to miss appointments. Elder people are more likely to miss dental appointments. As a result of this study, it was concluded that spreading oral health awareness and helping people understand oral care better would reduce missed dental visits. This will lead to better oral health, ultimately better overall health.

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The Association Between Oral Health Literacy and Missed Dental Appointments

IMPACT OF MEDICATIONS ON ORAL HEALTH

A study conducted by Dr. Sebastian G. Ciancio on the impact of medication on oral health discovered that some medicines significantly affect oral health. Both prescribed and over-the-counter medicines, such as drugs (vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements), can cause oral health problems, which include xerostomia (dry mouth), gingival hyperplasia (gum inflammation), altered taste, mouth ulcers, discoloration, and increased risk for dental caries. Older adults are more prone to medication side effects because they often take more medications due to health issues. The importance of this study lies in the fact that patients should always give a clear and detailed history of any medication they are using. In this way, dental professionals will be aware of the potential side effects of prescribed drugs and could reduce the risk of developing any adverse reaction.

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