Periodontics: Page 26

Biolase touts Repair Perio clinical results

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental laser firm Biolase is highlighting data published on July 2 in the Journal of Periodontology demonstrating that its Repair Perio protocol is more effective for treating periodontitis than conventional procedures, with shorter times and less bruising, swelling, and postoperative bleeding.

July 15, 2020

Biolase laser reduces risk of COVID-19, meets CDC advice

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Epic Hygiene laser from Biolase meets guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which recommends banning the use of ultrasonic scalers to minimize the risk of COVID-19.

July 9, 2020

The correlation between COVID-19, periodontal disease, and diet

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Dr. Alvin Danenberg discusses how the body's immune system is the connection between COVID-19, periodontal disease, and diet and why this is an important correlation for dentists and dental team members to understand and discuss.

May 19, 2020

Brain infected with periodontal disease bacteria shows Alzheimer's signs

By Melissa Busch

Porphyromonas gingivalis, the main pathogen that causes chronic periodontitis, can invade the brain, triggering symptoms characteristic of Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published online on May 5 in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.

May 14, 2020

Mouthguard may detect early signs of caries, periodontitis

By Melissa Busch

A wearable, fluorescent mouthguard can detect early signs of tooth decay and periodontitis by ferreting out the secretions of volatile sulfur compounds in the oral cavity, according to a recent study published online in Advanced Materials.

May 11, 2020

Does a parasite hold the key to better periodontal disease treatment?

By Melissa Busch

Entamoeba gingivalis, a parasite found in the mouth, may be an underestimated source of oral inflammation that causes destructive forms of periodontitis, according to a study published in the May issue of the Journal of Dental Research.

May 5, 2020

New oral-systemic health documentary series released

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A new seven-part documentary series on Well.org explores the link between oral health and overall health.

April 8, 2020

One hygienist's view on the future of dental hygiene

By Kevin Henry

In the first piece in a continuing series, we talk to a dental hygienist about what she believes the future of her profession will look like -- and which technologies will make a difference for hygienists in the future.

April 7, 2020

Delta Dental of Calif. postpones fee reductions

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Delta Dental of California has postponed planned fee reductions until January 2021, California Dental Association President Dr. Richard Nagy said in a letter issued April 4.

April 5, 2020

Want to reduce cavities? Maybe use cannabinoids

By Melissa Busch

Chemicals found in cannabis or cannabinoids may be more effective at reducing bacteria associated with dental plaque than well-established synthetic oral care products, according to a recent study published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science.

March 22, 2020

Australia reports worse dental health in 2020

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The percentage of Australian adults with periodontal disease and untreated caries is on the rise, according to a new report by the Australian Dental Association.

March 18, 2020

Brushing 3 times a day may cut diabetes risk

By Melissa Busch

Want to lower your risk of developing diabetes? Brush your teeth. Brushing teeth at least three times per day was linked to lowering a person's risk of developing type 1 or type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published March 2 in Diabetologia.

March 9, 2020

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