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Understanding the TMJ and Tinnitus Connection

November 4, 2025 Article by Donald R Tanenbaum, DDS, MPH Case Study: Matt’s Experience This past June, I evaluated Matt, a 37-year-old male referred by an otolaryngologist for fullness and ringing in his right ear. His symptoms had developed suddenly several months prior. Despite a comprehensive evaluation, including hearing tests and MRI imaging, no intracranial […]

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Here’s what most dentists tell you about canker sores: use a numbing gel, avoid spicy foods, and wait it out

Article by Mark Burheene Here’s what they don’t tell you: A 1977 study found that zinc supplementation reduced canker sore recurrence by 50% to 100% in patients with low zinc levels. Yet somehow, decades later, most people suffering with recurrent canker sores have never even heard of this research. They’ve never had their zinc levels tested. They don’t know

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How long can you keep your teeth with periodontal disease?

Periodontal disease is an extremely common oral condition that affects approximately 47% of all adults in the US. One symptom of periodontal disease is the loss of teeth. You may be wondering how long people with periodontal disease keep their teeth. In this article we discuss trends in periodontal disease research, and how modern medicine

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New study sheds light on the potential relationship between bacteria and fungi in the mouth and risk of pancreatic cancer

Among the hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi that live in people’s mouths, 27 have been collectively tied to a 3.5 times greater risk of developing pancreatic cancer, a study led by NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Center shows. Experts have long observed that those with poor oral health are more vulnerable to pancreatic cancer

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Why does my breath smell bad even after brushing?

Article reposted and written by David Lin Brushing and flossing are essential parts of daily oral hygiene. Yet, even after brushing and flossing, some people still experience bad breath. This article will investigate why bad breath can persist even after an oral hygiene routine. Causes of bad breath Oral bacteria Our mouths are filled with

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The 6 types of bad breath and how to treat them

This article is reposted and originally written by David Lin Phd. Did you know that bad breath can be caused by dozens of different types of microbes in the mouth? Halitosis does not have a single cause, and is a consequence of the diverse set of microbes in the oral cavity. Chronic bad breath is generally caused

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Not Brushing Teeth at Night May Increase the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

Article by Dr. Mark Burhenne A peer-reviewed study just confirmed something we’ve known in functional dentistry for years: The inflammation in your mouth doesn’t stay there. It travels. The sulcular epithelium separating your gums from your capillary-rich connective tissue is extremely thin—less than 0.3 mm in healthy gums. Inflammation makes it even more permeable, meaning

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Does Hydrogen Peroxide Kill all Mouth Bacteria?

Article reposted from Bristle.com by Brian Maurer You’ve probably heard of hydrogen peroxide and some of its many applications. But did you know that hydrogen peroxide can be used to maintain good oral hygiene? Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful antiseptic, killing most microbes on contact. However, hydrogen peroxide should be used sparingly to maintain the

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The Best Diet to Improve your Oral Microbiome

What is the oral microbiome? Your mouth is home to billions of microbes that live on your teeth, gums, tongue, cheeks, and everywhere in your mouth. Normally, these microbes live in symbiosis with you, helping to train your immune system, digest food, and maintain your health. This community is in a constant state of flux,

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A common mouth and gut bacteria may be linked with increased stroke risk

A common bacteria usually found in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, Streptococcus anginosis, may be abundant in the guts of people with stroke and is associated with a worse prognosis and increased risk of death, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025. The meeting is in

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