June 17, 2026
Arizona Dental Brief — June 17, 2026
Welcome to the Arizona Dental Brief — a short, sourced digest for dental professionals and the patients we help. Every item links to its original source. This is industry information and commentary, not medical or dental advice.
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1.Fasting-Style Diet May Reduce Gum Disease Inflammation, Study Finds
A small clinical study found that a low-calorie fasting-style diet significantly reduced inflammation linked to gum disease, suggesting dietary choices may influence gum health alongside oral hygiene practices.
Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry -
2.NHS Dental Costs Projected to Rise 20% by 2050, With Burden Shifting to Older Adults
A cost-of-illness projection estimates direct NHS dental treatment costs for caries and periodontal disease will increase from £4.42 billion in 2020 to £5.30 billion by 2050, with the impact concentrating on older adults and severe disease cases.
Read at News-Medical — Dentistry