Periodontics: Page 2

A cosmetic dentist weighs in on the perio-before-whitening discussion
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Jossen Gastelum discusses how he handles tough conversations in his dental practice and why it's OK to tell a patients no when it comes to their smiles.
August 24, 2024
Dr. Jossen Gastelum
Gastric sleeve may improve gum disease, especially in diabetic patients
By Ava Barros
Sleeve gastrectomy may improve periodontal health in patients with and without type 2 diabetes largely due to a significant reduction in inflammatory biomarkers, according to a study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.
August 21, 2024
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Far-flung taste, smell sensors may affect dentistry's future
By Ava Barros
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine found that some taste receptors aren't solely located on the tongue but throughout the body, which may lead to new therapies in dentistry.
August 5, 2024
Woman Lab Microscope
Most don't know about the periodontitis-chronic disease link
By Ava Barros
About 75% of patients are unaware of the connection between periodontitis and other diseases regardless of their socioeconomic status, periodontal health, or access to care, according to a recently published study.
August 1, 2024
Dentist Counsel Patient
Is this the easy way to get patients to improve gum health?
By Ava Barros
Personalized instructional videos and using antigingivitis toothpaste and an interdental brush may improve gum health better than using the same toothpaste and following standard oral hygiene advice, reports a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.
July 26, 2024
Woman Brushing Teeth Phone Nenetus
Supplement with these to speed up periodontitis treatment
By Ava Barros
Incorporating a diode laser and erythritol air polishing as supplements to scaling and root planing may offer an accelerated periodontal treatment method, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.
July 15, 2024
Dentist And Assistant
Organ transplant rejection drug may treat gum disease
By Ava Barros
A drug commonly used to prevent organ transplant rejection may also treat inflammatory bone loss diseases associated with clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential, like periodontitis, reports research recently published in Cell.
June 19, 2024
Older Woman Dentist
Study reveals genetic link between gum disease, type 2 diabetes
By Ava Barros
Genetics may be a key player in the development of type 2 diabetes related to periodontitis, highlighting potential targets for new treatments, reports research recently published in BMC Oral Health.
June 10, 2024
Inflamed Gums Man
Gum disease may cost more than patients' teeth
By Ava Barros
Though largely preventable, periodontal disease poses significant economic and societal burdens, emphasizing a need for policy interventions, according to a recently published review.
May 29, 2024
Gum Inflammation
Here's the tea: This mouthwash may fend off gum disease
By Melissa Busch
This mouthwash may inhibit the growth of one of the main bacteria involved in periodontitis, indicating that it may be used to prevent and treat gum disease.
May 22, 2024
Matcha Green Tea Powder
When DME should be used prior to restorations
By Ava Barros
Deep margin elevation (DME) may effectively address various clinical challenges associated with subgingival margins before restorations, but it can't be used on every patient, according to a review article published in the Journal of Dentistry.
May 18, 2024
Surgery Female Surgeon
Smoking, drinking, depression affect gum disease risk
By Ava Barros
Alone and together, lifestyle factors like smoking, excessive drinking, and depression may significantly affect the risk of developing periodontitis, according to a study published on May 6 in BMC Oral Health.
May 9, 2024
Depression
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