Richard Kao, DDS, PhD[email protected]PeriodonticsProximity to periodontal care doesn't equate to accessRecently published research that found a majority of U.S. adults live in close proximity to a periodontal practice sounds like good news. But living close to a periodontists' office does not mean patients have access to needed care, writes Dr. Richard Kao, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, in this Second Opinion.January 28, 2019Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesBoard imposes $5,000 fine on Iowa dentistAn Iowa dentist was fined for allegedly practicing in an unsafe manner.Dental HygieneThis may be the factor most associated with plaque removalOral-Systemic LinkMen's Health Month: What we should be telling our male patients ... and maybe ourselvesInfection ControlWhat may be driving up your dental infection control costsSponsor ContentPrecise finishing control
