Periodontics: Page 23

Are your patients' gums bleeding? They may need vitamin C

By Melissa Busch

Bleeding gums have long been known as a potential indicator of gingivitis, but they may also be a sign that patients have a vitamin C deficiency, according to a systematic review published on February 1 in Nutrition Reviews.

February 2, 2021

2 Penn schools form new dentistry center

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The University of Pennsylvania's (Penn) School of Dental Medicine and School of Engineering and Applied Sciences formed the Center for Innovation & Precision Dentistry on January 22, which will work to address unmet needs in oral health.

January 31, 2021

1st known case of IJV thrombosis linked to oral germ G. adiacens

By Melissa Busch

The oral bacterium Granulicatella adiacens led to internal jugular vein (IJV) thrombosis in a man with poor oral hygiene and periodontitis, in a case published on January 20 in BMJ Case Reports.

January 27, 2021

A hygienist shares her thoughts on lasers, best practices during a pandemic

By Kevin Henry

Lynn Atkinson, RDH, spoke with us about her experience as a dental hygienist and where she thinks the future of dental hygiene is heading, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Atkinson also shared her thoughts on dental patients returning to the practice and how she believes dental lasers can be a big plus.

January 21, 2021

Bola Technologies, Henry Schein One announce partnership

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Bola Technologies has inked a partnership with Henry Schein One for distribution of its Voice Perio artificial intelligence-based speech recognition technology for hygienists and periodontists.

January 18, 2021

Biolase, DCA expand access to dental lasers in new deal

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Biolase is set to roll out its laser equipment across U.S. offices affiliated with Dental Care Alliance (DCA) this year per a new agreement aimed at boosting laser adoption.

January 13, 2021

Can a common artificial sweetener treat gum disease?

By Melissa Busch

Using an air-polishing powder containing a sugar alcohol commonly used as an artificial sweetener during nonsurgical periodontal treatment may result in positive outcomes for patients, according to a small study published on December 29 in BMC Oral Health.

January 10, 2021

Gum disease bacteria may up heart disease risk in RA patients

By Melissa Busch

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients have elevated rates of periodontal and cardiovascular disease, suggesting that their immune responses to gum disease bacteria may be linked to higher heart disease risk, according to a study published on November 17 in Arthritis & Rheumatology.

November 29, 2020

Did you know there's a rare tumor that mimics periodontitis?

By Melissa Busch

An oral surgeon diagnosed and treated a teen with a rare vascular tumor in her mouth after a dentist and periodontist improperly treated her for periodontitis for two years. Details of the case were published on November 6 in BMC Oral Health.

November 10, 2020

Biolase webinar on lasers and managing periodontitis draws interest

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Biolase announced that approximately 400 dental professionals attended a September panel discussion about a July study on the company's Repair Perio laser for periodontitis management.

September 20, 2020

The link between 3rd molars and periodontal disease

By Melissa Busch

Adult African Americans, Hispanics, and those with socioeconomic disadvantages are more likely to have retained their wisdom teeth, making them more at risk for periodontal disease, according to a study published online on September 14 in Public Health.

September 16, 2020

Study shows link between periodontal disease and increased risk of colorectal cancer

By Tom Viola, RPh

A recent study published in Cancer Prevention Research indicates that periodontal disease is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Previous studies have pointed to associations between periodontal disease and other types of cancer. Tom Viola, RPh, breaks down the information.

September 14, 2020

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