Periodontics

Premier Dental now exclusive U.S. distributor of PerioStom
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
PerioStom uses chitosan microspheres to form a protective barrier in the periodontal pocket after scaling and root planing.
August 19, 2026
Perio Probe Zlikovec
RDHs are divided on the 5-mm pocket, so what do we do about it?
By Kevin Henry
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, says familiarity with a patient shouldn't impede hygienists from exploring what may silently be driving gum disease.
August 18, 2026
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
When SRP doesn't resolve the inflammation, here's what to ask next
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
A site that keeps bleeding after scaling and root planing (SRP) is information and deserves a different question, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 17, 2026
Kelly Tanner 400
These hydrogels appear to show promise for gum disease
By Ava Barros
Using AI, researchers identified two hydrogels as prime candidates for localized gum disease treatment.
July 20, 2026
Gel Application Guerillmo Spelucin
3 things every practice should be doing with AAP staging and grading
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Staging tells you how bad it is. Grading tells you where it's going, and most practices skip that step. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, explains how to fix that.
June 25, 2026
Kelly Tanner 400
This gum health intervention may cut the risk of stroke
By Ava Barros
New evidence links gum care and routine dental habits to a reduced risk of ischemic stroke.
April 28, 2026
Dentist Hygienist Tools
This may be a game changer for aggressive gum disease
By Ava Barros
New research suggests genetically modifying a bacterium linked to gum disease may limit tissue damage.
March 17, 2026
Genetic Engineering Gene Editing
Another way gum disease germs may ravage the body
By Ava Barros
Gum disease bacteria may be doing damage far beyond the mouth, and the effects could be serious for millions of women.
March 12, 2026
Osteoporosis 400
Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy
By Ava Barros
Using certain nutritional supplements, paired with scaling and root planing, may benefit patients with periodontitis.
March 5, 2026
Dental Patient Periodontal Exam
Doing this may affect gum disease treatment outcomes
By Melissa Busch
The secret to faster gum healing may be this one simple strategic intervention.
February 17, 2026
Gum Inflammation My Ocean Studio
Compounded dental drugs: Where convenience meets consequence
By Dr. Richard Nagelberg
Look past cost and convenience when considering compounded alternatives to U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved dental therapies.
February 10, 2026
Compounding Pharmacist Nadia
The risks of compounded minocycline gels in periodontal treatments
By Kevin Henry
Using compounded minocycline gels in periodontal therapy is growing. Dentists should think twice before switching from FDA-approved treatments, says Dr. Tim Donley.
February 6, 2026
Gum Inflammation My Ocean Studio
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