Gum Disease Bacteria Linked With Pancreatic Cancer

A growing body of evidence seems to suggest that oral bacteria might play a role in pancreatic cancer. What have scientists found and why could this be very important?

  • Poor oral hygiene has been known to cause bacteria in the mouth that travels through the bloodstream, causing damaging inflammation throughout the body.
  • Specific types of bacteria within the mouth have been linked to pancreatic cancer.
  • Pancreatic cancer is currently one of the most difficult types to detect, so identifying these types of bacteria could provide early diagnosis.

“Our study offers the first direct evidence that specific changes in the microbial mix in the mouth…represent a likely risk factor.”

More in-depth details can be found here:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/309303.php
Dr Siddharth Wandrekar - Practice principal (GDC No. 170074)

BDS – India 2004, MSc Prosthetic Dentistry 2007 (London), MJDF Royal College of Surgeons England

Sidd has been with Brunel Dental Practice since 2011 and took over the practice in September 2016 after the previous principal retired.

Sidd qualified in 2004 from one of the prestigious Universities in India. He came to the UK and meritoriously obtained a Masters in Prosthetic Dentistry from King’s College, London. He then spent a year in a hospital environment being involved in major surgeries such as head and neck cancer, correction of jaw fractures and complex surgical removal of teeth. He moved to work as an Associate in Private and NHS practices in Scotland before joining Brunel Dental Practice.

Sidd enjoys dentistry because he can help everyone to achieve good dental health and overall well-being in a caring and comfortable environment.

He is married with two boys who keep him on his toes. He loves playing tennis and represents the local club in the regional Leagues. He loves to travel and visit offbeat places. He also has a keen interest in current affairs.

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