Dental Plus

05/10/2026

Η στοματική υγεία δεν είναι ένα απλό καταναλωτικό προϊόν και δεν πρέπει να επιλέγεται με βάση μόνο μια χαμηλή τιμή ή μια εντυπωσιακή διαφήμιση.

Πίσω από μια «εύκολη» και «φθηνή» λύση μπορεί να κρύβονται ελλιπής διάγνωση, ακατάλληλα υλικά, ανεπαρκής παρακολούθηση και σοβαρές επιπλοκές.

Η Ελληνική Οδοντιατρική Ομοσπονδία καλεί τους πολίτες να ενημερώνονται υπεύθυνα, να ελέγχουν όσα τους υπόσχονται και, πριν από κάθε θεραπευτική απόφαση, να συμβουλεύονται τον οδοντίατρό τους.

Κάθε στόμα είναι μοναδικό. Κάθε θεραπεία χρειάζεται επιστημονική αξιολόγηση

27/09/2026

Now your dentist AND your cardiologist may high-five you for flossing. 🙌

Some research shows people who flossed at least once a week had a lower risk for strokes caused by blood clots coming from the heart. They also had a lower risk for atrial fibrillation, or AFib, an irregular heart rhythm that can lead to a stroke.

Flossing can help prevent gum disease and oral infections. These are linked to inflammation, which may contribute to hardened arteries and a higher risk of stroke. The research is preliminary, but there’s really no downside to adding flossing to your healthy routine.

Proudly supported by Delta Dental Insurance Company.

01/09/2026

A Cavity Can Affect More Than a Child's Smile.

A systematic review and meta-analysis found that children with untreated tooth decay were more likely to have poorer school attendance and lower academic performance than children without cavities.

Dental pain can make it harder to sleep, eat, concentrate, and participate in class—potentially affecting learning and school success.

Protecting oral health may help support a child's education as well as their overall well-being.

Source: Rebelo et al. International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry (2019)

29/07/2026

Could oral health be the missing piece in athletic performance?

The new Economist Enterprise report commissioned by the EFP and supported by Curasept explores the growing evidence linking oral health, athlete performance and overall health.

Download the report at efp.org

24/07/2026

Flossing may help protect more than just your teeth.

Most people think flossing is simply about preventing cavities or keeping their gums from bleeding. But growing scientific evidence suggests its importance may extend far beyond the mouth.

The narrow spaces between the teeth are some of the easiest places for bacterial biofilm to accumulate. If this plaque is not removed, it can trigger chronic gum inflammation. During everyday activities such as chewing, brushing, or flossing, oral bacteria and their byproducts can occasionally enter the bloodstream—a well-documented phenomenon known as transient bacteremia.

Over the past two decades, researchers have identified links between periodontal disease and numerous systemic conditions, including:

• Cardiovascular disease and stroke
• Type 2 diabetes
• Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline
• Chronic kidney disease
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Respiratory diseases
• Pregnancy complications

Scientists have now reported associations between periodontal disease and more than 50 systemic conditions, reinforcing the growing understanding that oral health and overall health are closely connected.

Flossing helps remove bacterial biofilm from areas a toothbrush cannot reach. By reducing plaque accumulation and supporting healthier gums, it may also help reduce the body's repeated exposure to harmful oral bacteria and inflammatory molecules.

While flossing is not a cure or guarantee against disease, it is one of the simplest daily habits that supports both oral health and overall well-being.

Small habit. Whole-body impact.

🦷 Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional dental advice.

20/07/2026

19/06/2026

Endodontists are the tooth-saving specialists, performing root canal treatment and similar procedures to save our natural teeth. 🦷

The work they do takes place inside the roots of the tooth, so they need dental microscopes to see clearly and treat you precisely. 🔬 Fun fact: "endo" actually means "inside."

The anatomy inside of a tooth is microscopic, so a dental microscope allows to remove infected tissue accurately, quickly and comfortably. 👍

Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q04lF5Kw0. 🔗

10/06/2026

A simple daily habit may help reduce the risk of one of the most serious infections acquired in hospital.

In a large Australian study involving nearly 9,000 hospitalized patients, improving oral care and encouraging regular tooth-brushing was associated with a 60% reduction in non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia.

When people become ill, bacteria can build up on the teeth, gums, and tongue. These bacteria may be inhaled into the lungs, increasing the risk of pneumonia. Regular tooth-brushing helps reduce this bacterial burden and may play an important role in protecting vulnerable patients.

This study is a powerful reminder that oral health is closely connected to overall health.

📄Source: White NM, Russo PL, et al. Effectiveness of oral care for the prevention of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAPPEN): a multicentre, stepped-wedge, cluster-randomised trial in Australia. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. 2026.

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