Clinica Dental Dra. Georgina Herrador

07/07/2025

According to recent research, harmful bacteria from gum disease may play a role in increasing the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. These bacteria can enter the bloodstream through inflamed or bleeding gums and eventually reach the brain, where they may trigger inflammation or contribute to plaque buildup associated with Alzheimer’s.

The study found that people with chronic gum disease had a higher chance of having Alzheimer’s-related changes in the brain. One of the key bacteria involved is Porphyromonas gingivalis, a known cause of periodontitis. This bacterium was found in brain tissues of people with Alzheimer’s, and animal studies showed that once the bacteria reached the brain, it led to the production of amyloid-beta — the same protein that builds up in Alzheimer’s patients.

This study highlights that oral care isn’t just about preventing cavities or gum disease — it could also be protecting your brain. Inflammation in the mouth might trigger inflammation in the brain, and over time, this may increase the risk of cognitive decline.

Keeping your gums healthy might be one of the many steps you can take to support long-term brain function and reduce your risk of serious conditions like Alzheimer’s.

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02/07/2025

🔘 El ápice abierto implica que el proceso de rizogénesis, es decir, la formación y maduración completa de la raíz, ha sido interrumpido antes de su conclusión fisiológica.

Este escenario clínico puede presentarse con o sin necrosis pulpar, lo que define de forma determinante la elección del tratamiento.

En casos donde la pulpa aún se encuentra vital, el objetivo terapéutico es conservar su integridad y permitir que la raíz continúe su desarrollo natural. Este procedimiento es conocido como apicogénesis.

En cambio, cuando el tejido pulpar ha perdido su vitalidad y no es posible conservarlo, la opción indicada es la apexificación, cuyo fin es inducir la formación de una barrera apical artificial o biológica que permita la obturación segura del conducto radicular.

Ambas estrategias terapéuticas han evolucionado significativamente en los últimos años gracias al avance de materiales bioactivos como el MTA y los biocerámicos, los cuales han demostrado una alta biocompatibilidad, capacidad de sellado y potencial para estimular la formación de tejidos duros.

Así, el abordaje del ápice abierto ha pasado de ser una situación de mal pronóstico a una oportunidad de intervención altamente predecible, siempre que se seleccione el protocolo adecuado en función del estado pulpar del diente y se utilicen técnicas basadas en la evidencia.

29/06/2025

A new study has found that poor oral hygiene may do more than just affect your teeth — it could also be linked to migraines, stomach pain, and general body aches, especially in women. Researchers discovered that women who brushed less, had bleeding gums, or bad breath were more likely to suffer from frequent headaches and digestive discomfort.

What’s surprising is that this connection may be caused by harmful bacteria in the mouth. When oral hygiene is neglected, certain bacteria that cause gum disease can enter the bloodstream or spread inflammation to other parts of the body. In this study, those with more pain had higher levels of specific bacteria in their saliva — including types that have been linked to migraines and systemic inflammation.

This research is an important reminder that taking care of your mouth isn’t just about avoiding cavities. It could help protect you from much deeper problems like chronic pain and digestive issues. Daily brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups are small habits that can make a big difference in your overall health.

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