In this episode, we’re uncovering the serious impact of alcohol consumption on oral health—from increasing the risk of oral cancer and gum disease to complicating dental care. With insights from the FDI World Dental Federation and groundbreaking research, we’ll discuss how alcohol affects your teeth, gums, and overall oral environment. Plus, discover how dental professionals can play a vital role in prevention and education. Tune in to learn more about this critical topic! 🎙️💡References:

Impact of Alcohol Dependency on Oral Health – A Cross-sectional Comparative Study:

• Priyanka, K., Sudhir, K. M., Reddy, V. C. S., Kumar, R. K., & Srinivasulu, G. (2017). Impact of alcohol dependency on oral health – A cross-sectional comparative study. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 11(6), ZC43–ZC46. https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2017/26380.10058

• Policy Statement: Alcohol as a Risk for Oral Health:

  FDI World Dental Federation. (2023). Alcohol as a risk for oral health. International Dental Journal, 74(1), 165–166. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.identj.2023.10.008

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🎙️ Welcome back, oral health enthusiasts! Ever been sidelined by those painful little ulcers in your mouth? Today, we’re uncovering the mysteries of aphthous ulcers—those stubborn and irritating lesions. 🦷 From their causes and immune system connections to diagnosis tips and treatments that actually work, we’re diving deep into clinical insights and scientific research. Get ready to tackle those pesky mouth ulcers with confidence—let’s jump in! 🌟References:

Scully, C., & Shotts, R. (2000). Mouth ulcers and other causes of orofacial soreness and pain. BMJ, 321(7254), 162–165. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.321.7254.162Benahmed, A. G., Noor, S., Menzel, A., & Gasmi, A. (2021). Oral aphthous: Pathophysiology, clinical aspects and medical treatment. Archives of Razi Institute, 76(5), 1155–1163. https://doi.org/10.22092/ari.2021.356055.1767

🎙️ Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re spotlighting oral cancer—a silent but impactful health challenge. 🦷 From its risk factors like smoking, alcohol, and HPV to cutting-edge insights into prevention, diagnosis, and emerging screening tools, we’ll unpack the latest research. 🌟 Tune in as we explore the role of genetics, diet, and even salivaomics in changing the game for early detection and prevention. Let’s get informed and take action for a healthier future! 🚀

References:

Watters, C., Brar, S., & Pepper, T. (2024). Cancer of the oral mucosa. In StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK565867/​Irani, S. (2020). New insights into oral cancer—Risk factors and prevention: A review of literature. International Journal of Preventive Medicine, 11, 202. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpvm.IJPVM_403_18Conway, D. I., Purkayastha, M., & Chestnutt, I. G. (2018). The changing epidemiology of oral cancer: Definitions, trends, and risk factors. British Dental Journal, 225(9), 867–873. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.922Warnakulasuriya, S., & Kerr, A. R. (2021). Oral cancer screening: Past, present, and future. Journal of Dental Research, 100(12), 1313–1320. https://doi.org/10.1177/00220345211014795References:

Thurzo, A., Urbanová, W., Novák, B., Czako, L., Siebert, T., Stano, P., Mareková, S., Fountoulaki, G., Kosnáčová, H., & Varga, I. (2022). Where is the artificial intelligence applied in dentistry? Systematic review and literature analysis. Healthcare, 10(7), 1269. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare10071269​

Alfadley, A., Shujaat, S., Jamleh, A., Riaz, M., Aboalela, A. A., Ma, H., & Orhan, K. (2024). Progress of artificial intelligence-driven solutions for automated segmentation of dental pulp space on cone-beam computed tomography images: A systematic review. Journal of Endodontics, 50(9), 1221–1232. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joen.2024.05.012