Periodontics

SEPA Foundation meeting focuses on controlling gingivitis and on the value of antiseptics, and guidelines for their use.

SimplyPERIO Saliva Test Powered by SimplyTest is a quick, easy, economical test that measures periodontal bacteria, caries, fungal and viral targets.

A Colgate-Palmolive senior executive shares thoughts on the study from Sichuan University, in China, as well as the need to understand the broader impacts of poor oral health on overall health and well-being.

The event provided updates on the AAP Dental Hygiene Engagement Initiative, and an opportunity for periodontists and dental hygienists to share ideas on how best to care for their shared patients

This alliance will work in collaboration with prominent international opinion leaders, as well as several scientific societies seeking to advance periodontal health.

BioCellgraft plans to lead the way for the use of human connective tissue matrix products in dentistry, implantology, and periodontology to treat unmet oral healthcare conditions.

The FDA approval greenlights health tech firm to introduce Adravision Perio product to dental practices.

The latest dental diode laser from Zolar Technologies is a versatile solutions with more than 30 clinical applications.

This new initiative will provide educational resources for dental hygienists wishing to expand their knowledge on all things periodontal.

This study from Sunstar and the Clinic Masae Minami/Minami Diabetes Clinical Research Center shows the clear link between good oral health care and lower blood glucose levels.

OraCare offers practitioners a healthy and versatile alternative to the controversial chlorhexidine. Learn more about it from OraCare Chief Clinical Officer Kristin Goodfellow, RDH.

On the mainstage at the 2023 AAID Annual Conference, Richard Miron, DMD, MMSc, PhD shared his journey from researching cell biology and working as a periodontist to promoting and providing facial esthetic treatment.

Researchers from King’s College London and University São Leopoldo—MANDIC in Brazil find promising results with initial studies using Metformin to treat patients with periodontal disease.

Understanding the health benefits of Nitric Oxide, and the biological processes by which it can be created, or destroyed is a key part of understanding the links between oral and systemic health.

The League of United Latin American Citizens will join up with OraPharma to educate and bring awareness to gum disease and treatment within the Hispanic community.

New Micro-Series contra-angle handpiece attachment is suited to a wide range of clinical applications while offering numerous design benefits.

Scientific evidence is a critical piece of care, but be aware that guidelines are only as good as the existing evidence and the judgment of the experts writing them.

Groundbreaking study demonstrates the use of AI in detecting gum inflammation from intraoral photographs.

New research shows that this post-scaling and root planing gum care product can help eliminate certain periodontic pathogens when applied correctly.

Higher levels of cytokines in saliva match greater gum inflammation, according to research conducted by the NYU College of Dentistry.

Probing depths alone aren’t a reliable indicator of periodontal support, and it is important to be thorough and precise in order to get the best treatment for the patient.

This study from the University of Michigan researched heart attack patients who received perio care, finding that they spent less time in the hospital.

Presenting the Dental Product Innovations Named Winners of the 2022 Cellerant Best of Class Technology Award.

Oral-B and Straumann will form this alliance to help educate people on prevention of tooth loss and implant loss.

A look at the newest product releases in the dental industry.

Caries Assist is designed to allow clinicians to detect caries accurately and reduces the rate of missed lesions.

This diode laser combines power with versatility and dual-wavelength design.

Demand for registered dental hygienists is likely to continue to grow, especially with an aging population that requires more involved dental care.

In this 3-part series, we examine the history and evolution of nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

The app is an education tool that engages patients by allowing them to discover the extent of their periodontitis.