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Does periodontitis contribute to glaucoma?
Over the last few years there have been important advances in scientific evidence indicating that periodontitis or gum disease, consisting of inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support the teeth, shares pathogenic mechanisms with other systemic conditions affecting the state and functioning of the body, in multiple aspects. In previous articles we…
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Lura Care, recognised by the GHP Global Excellence Awards 2024
25/06/2024 We are thrilled to announce that Lura Care has been named Best International Mobile Health Services Provider in Europe 2024 in the Global Excellence Awards, presented by the renowned professional publication Global Health & Pharma Magazine (GHP). Launched in 2020, the awards aim to highlight innovative companies, teams and individuals that excel in the…
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Can we prevent the risk of oral cancer?
As we saw in a previous article, oral and oropharyngeal cancer is one of the 10 most common cancers in the world, and tumours of the oral cavity account for around 4% of all malignant tumours. But what are the main risk factors for the development of this type of pathology, and how can we…
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Osteoporosis: the silent enemy of our teeth
Osteoporosis is a complex disease caused by a metabolic disorder and characterised by the deterioration of the structure of the bone tissue due to a reduced presence of mineral components. As a result, people who are affected have increased bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it…
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Is there a link between oral and kidney health?
Oral health is closely related to the appearance or development of other types of pathologies, and therefore directly affects people’s general state of health. In this article we will review the evidence that establishes the relationship between the health of the mouth and teeth, and kidney disease, a subject that is often unknown. First of…
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Oral candidiasis: prevention, detection and treatment
There are a large number of micro-organisms that live in our bodies on a regular basis which are generally harmless. However, depending on the conditions they find in the place where they are housed, they can become pathological, producing infections that affect our oral and/or general health. Oral candidiasis is a common fungal infection, mainly…
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Lura Care makes its presence known at ExCel London Care Show
29/04/2024 On 24 and 25 April, the Lura Care team had the pleasure of participating in the first Care Show in London, a two-day conference and exhibition boasting the most invaluable learning, networking, and thought-provoking opportunities for those working in the adult social care sector. Over two intense days, we shared experiences and innovative visions…
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Gingival recession: when the gums recede
Gingival recession is defined as the process of gum recession, both localised and at a general level. It causes part of the tooth that was previously hidden to be exposed and become vulnerable to external factors. Among the causes, we can find both predisposing factors and triggers, it is considered to be a multifactorial condition,…
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How does the arrival of spring affect our oral health?
For many people, the arrival of spring has many positive connotations. With the increased daylight hours and warmer temperatures leading to metabolic adjustments including increased secretion of pheromones, oxytocin, dopamine and noradrenaline. These changes are often described as springtime euphoria and characterised by an increase of activity, a higher level of energy and a general…
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World Oral Health Day: much to celebrate, more to do
As is every 20th of March, today is World Oral Health Day, promoted by the World Dental Federation (WDF) to raise awareness of the importance of oral health. As oral diseases can have an impact on people’s general health, well-being and quality of life, every year thousands of organisations, associations and companies around the world,…
