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ADA 2019: New perio classifications help improve patient care

By Melissa Busch

SAN FRANCISCO - Updates to periodontitis and peri-implant disease classifications can help dental professionals improve the care of their patients, according to a presentation at the 2019 ADA FDI World Dental Congress.

September 4, 2019

Eating disorders linked with poor gum conditions, quality of life

By Melissa Busch

Patients with eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia have significantly worse periodontal conditions and poorer oral health-related quality of life, according to a new study. Dentists and hygienists have an important role to play in identifying and helping these patients, the authors noted.

August 19, 2019

Socioeconomic, hygiene status predict kids' oral health

By Melissa Busch

Pediatric patients' socioeconomic status, self-esteem, and oral hygiene habits all can help you predict their gingival health, according to a new study. The findings highlight the need for strategies to help improve oral health awareness and interventions.

August 15, 2019

Tooth trouble linked to cognitive decline in Chinese adults

By Melissa Busch

Researchers found a link between tooth symptoms and a decline in cognitive function among older Chinese adults in the U.S. This research suggests what dental community outreach programs should look for in these patients.

August 14, 2019

Perio treatment mix helps lower glucose levels

By Melissa Busch

It can be difficult to find an effective treatment regimen to help patients with both chronic periodontitis and type 2 diabetes. Researchers conducted a review and found that a combination of three treatments, including scaling and root planing, was most effective in reducing blood glucose levels.

August 7, 2019

New product: Crest adds new toothpaste line for sensitive gums

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Procter & Gamble brand Crest has launched its new line of Crest Gum and Sensitivity toothpastes designed to help relieve gum sensitivity.

August 5, 2019

New product: SkyDent launches perio referral software

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Software development company SkyDent Technologies has launched new cloud-based software for periodontal practices.

August 5, 2019

Is probing the best measurement for peri-implant health?

By Tony Edwards

Pocket probing depth and bleeding on probing are useful for assessing periodontal conditions, but are these the best measurements to evaluate the health of peri-implant tissue? Researchers conducted a literature review and suggested using a different evaluation process.

August 1, 2019

Study confirms long-term perio treatment works

By Theresa Pablos

The science is in: Long-term periodontal therapy appears to prevent tooth loss and tissue damage. A new study found that decades-long periodontal treatment at a general dentist's office helped patients maintain healthy gums.

July 30, 2019

Biological dentistry: Part 2 -- 10 questions to ask

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

In the conclusion of his series on biological dentistry, periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg lists 10 questions he urges other practitioners and patients to ask a provider using the label biological dentist. Dr. Danenberg also offers his suggested answers to these questions and how they impact patient care.

July 30, 2019

Biological dentistry: Part 1 -- What is it?

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

What is biological dentistry? Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg defines it as an approach that takes the best concepts from conventional dentistry and combines that with the knowledge that all parts of the body are interconnected. However, there is some controversy around this designation, as he writes in part 1 of this new series.

July 23, 2019

47 new genes linked to dental diseases

By Theresa Pablos

An international team of researchers has identified dozens of new genes associated with oral health and dental diseases. Their findings suggest many dental traits are heritable.

July 10, 2019

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