Periodontics: Page 25

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

Is a probiotic the key to better oral health?

By Melissa Busch

Weissella cibaria strain CMU, a probiotic lactic acid bacterium, may improve gingival bleeding and reduce levels of periodontal germs linked to diabetes and other diseases, according to a study published on September 2 in BMC Oral Health.

September 10, 2020

Gum disease-causing germ may be linked to bacterial vaginosis

By Melissa Busch

A bacterium linked to gum disease may promote the growth of a pathogen that causes bacterial vaginosis. The bacterium is likely introduced into the vagina during oral sex, according to a study published on August 13 in PLOS Biology.

August 25, 2020

Gum disease may affect COVID-19 severity

By Melissa Busch

Patients with inflammation caused by periodontitis may experience more severe COVID-19 complications, according to an article published online July 30 in the Journal of the California Dental Association.

August 6, 2020

Q&A with Dr. Sam Low on dental aerosols, lasers, and the role of the hygienist after COVID-19

By Kevin Henry

In a one-on-one interview, Dr. Sam Low chats with DrBicuspid.com Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry about a number of topics, including the future of dental hygiene as well as how dentistry has changed since the COVID-19 disruption.

August 5, 2020

Dementia, mild cognitive decline linked to gum disease

By Melissa Busch

Dementia and mild cognitive impairment may be linked to periodontal disease, specifically the type of gum damage that results in tooth loss, according to a study published online July 29 in Neurology.

August 2, 2020

Previous Page

Page 25 of 212

Next Page