Important Oral Manifestations of Diabetes
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yiQTfKGSQcoZqHm2T82so?si=3dQpZ84dTn-vHlW0nxvMqw According to the CDC, diabetes affects 14.7% of U.S. adults and 29.2% of those over age 65, making it the 8th leading cause of death.[1] Its annual economic burden is estimated at $413...
Diabetes Prevention, Management & Its Implications in Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZwkCHurP7GDvGvIVI8bkU?si=AdTuKApNSiuhdugFmzPqyg As we observe National Diabetes Month, it's crucial for dental professionals to understand the profound bidirectional relationship between diabetes and oral health. This connection has...
The Overlooked Link Between Diabetes and Oral Health: A Silent Public Health Crisis
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Md2YT8MbkpAWeDr6BiZxn?si=u-zGOw1KTIKEPMfI-olU0Q When diabetes is discussed, most people immediately think of complications like heart disease, kidney failure, vision or foot problems. But there’s one critical area often left out of...
Cemento-Osseous Dysplasia and the Importance of Oral Hygiene
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1jmra8MgWvAc8Lreb3qAqL?si=v5yKu220TYmyMgBFtBzzAg Cemento-osseous dysplasia (COD) is a benign fibro-osseous condition in which normal jawbone is replaced with fibrous tissue and cementum-like deposits. Although COD itself is not caused...
Can diet impact chronic low back pain?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4E1dZNtmOVtq202ItBFqD2?si=cfFhoIkrSrqsgnelhYaR8A Considering we eat an average of three meals a day in the U.S., it stands to reason that what we are putting in our bodies day after day may have a big impact on how our body feels. This...
Oral Hygiene and Oral Cancer
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Bgm6XtPWcpnMDJaZMVHn9?si=Y1bO_tE9QN6ZerCdNyR39w A bright, healthy smile is often one of the first things people notice, and research shows it can even influence social and economic opportunities. Individuals with untreated dental...
Knowing Risks and Benefits of Integrative Medicine for Chronic Pain is Crucial
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Yc8HuqbXcdiBL7piDN60K?si=hGGf0J4HRyCFkKZs-4LwjQ As millions of people suffer from various types of chronic pain, they are seeking ways to get relief. Modern medicine may be able to provide some relief, but so too can some...
From Chairside to Community: How Everyday Hygiene Encounters Power Public Health Campaigns
https://open.spotify.com/episode/06s8t7bXDBA5KDhBbWIqcD?si=2huMvNKgRxyV2G75SflSwQ Oral diseases, including dental caries, periodontal disease, and oral cancers, are among the most prevalent non-communicable diseases (NCDs), causing 74% of global mortality before age...
National Dental Hygiene Month: Prioritizing Senior Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2z4UGXrphVtgQouX1aJqef?si=gRpCu18AQHCz2MDAkg-a5w November marks National Dental Hygiene Month, a time to champion oral health for all ages. For seniors, maintaining oral hygiene is not just about a bright smile—it’s a critical...
What Dental Practitioners Should Know about Hypersensitivity Reactions to Medications
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0H2XCOtNS0NE4JY6Y0f5zC?si=Pi5Yo_i2Qsew2Jcq5uKl-g Introduction In today’s dental practice, clinicians frequently care for patients whose systemic health and medication use intersect with oral conditions. Among the most clinically...
Does ocular surface pain treatment work?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FcZ4nXPv9F7ntwfsPARCH?si=gn2J-ZITST-AUQNhMMdBOg Anyone who has ever experienced ocular surface pain knows how annoying it can be and how it can hold you back from doing things you want to do. It's hard to see life clearly when...
National Gum Care Month: Medication Side Effects on Oral Health Across Age Groups
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hzOtByKqvuZ53eGVAJv5z?si=TVzhiKvxT4-yBu7IYB_kLA October marks National Gum Care Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about gum health and its broader implications for overall well-being. While medications are essential for...
Chronic Pain and the Increased Risk of Suicide
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vZUwtXjUXEEfH2mjMEHTi?si=50K8cf4yQZKHb15LiiVSjA For the many people who suffer from chronic pain and those who help provide treatment for them, it's crucial that they are aware of the increased risk of suicide that comes with the...
Medication Matters: Protecting Oral Health in Older Adults
https://open.spotify.com/episode/79VCr29s90oYqdR1ABEmEO?si=fnRrk6wdSWaJ5VOWGRtDxw As the U.S. population ages, dentistry is at a turning point. Today’s older adults live longer, retain more natural teeth, and take more medications than any generation before them,...
The Role of Hepatitis Vaccines in Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fhz5RzweOjfe5sz03oMKS?si=5d1HOITxSzipmjstLNWvZw The liver is one of our body's most essential organs, performing over 500 vital functions,including metabolism, detoxification, and protein synthesis. When viral hepatitis threatens this...
Protecting Smiles and Health: Why Vaccination Matters for Older Adults
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ExsmktbDAZB3bukkvaH65?si=Ao8wkjB1TIqMrwYBbJWcKQ August marks National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a crucial time to highlight the power of vaccines in safeguarding public health across all ages. While we often think of...
Vaccination, Oral Health Education, and Their Impact on Oral Health and Health Program Development
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wvY6TWeAt2qbTaRMzW9Xt?si=opB4kxWQQYatA069B0WMOg Introduction We have all heard that oral health is connected to overall health and well-being, but it is often neglected in public health initiatives, especially in developing nations. A...
Botulinum Toxin for Orofacial Pain and What the Research Really Shows
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RAIfX6qNfPbvivwWOY39h?si=Tlyvw_kbRiudq79pY8iHsw Orofacial pain conditions, particularly those involving muscle hyperactivity such as bruxism and temporomandibular disorders, affect millions of individuals worldwide [1]. As researchers...
HIV and Oral Health Research Insights
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hQxwkadaOWYXARbIDyldV?si=Bi2s1ZCgTQevL1KmXzC9Iw The intersection of HIV infection and oral health represents one of the most significant areas of research in contemporary dentistry and oral medicine. As we continue to advance our...
Case Studies and Research from Ostrow’s Online Community Oral Health Programs
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kvn81W4EZ6NNtEOAvqKBB?si=AEnixLbITsOgGiT0alWxWg At the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry's online Community Oral Health programs, our commitment extends far beyond traditional academic boundaries. We are dedicated to nurturing the...
From Clinical Curiosity to Scientific Discovery: How Case Reports Transform Geriatric Dentistry Education and Practice
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ki22hrflovrNV4s8EY0Qk?si=tY7OFdcCQYK_TuBm9FmR-A As our population ages at an unprecedented rate, the field of geriatric dentistry stands at a critical juncture. The percentage and number of persons 65 years and older is increasing,...
Using Poetry to Help Children and Adolescents with Chronic Pain
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EROHNhtg8Xi5obX8Bfx8f?si=_rtQFzy2R22ETp9suN2PEQ As most people realize, poetry has a way of sharing one’s feelings and ideas to the reader in a way like no other. The writer is able to express themselves in a way that allows people...
Expanding the Clinical Role of Dentists in the Evaluation of Headaches
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4l2sr39e42e0hR1D4Xg0Rt?si=_VIo7TyBSF-X_oLDDIBZSQ Introduction Headaches are among the most common neurological complaints worldwide, affecting more than half of the population at some point in their lives. In the United States, the...
AI Useful in Helping Older Adults who Experience Pain and Depression
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Q4rL7nIbI5QJPvD5PqUmK?si=wUXJnjigTqOyPV6FMaYJIA When we think about artificial intelligence (AI), we don't think that it can help people who are in pain or experiencing depression. We think of it as something that quickly gathers...