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Researchers from University of Toronto's Faculty of Dentistry believe they've found the way the body connects its response to gum disease to its response to other systemic inflammatory issues.

New research identifies the mechanism connecting gum disease with systemic health

With research suggesting oral health might be related to the severity of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) complications, dental professionals might be able to help with prevention and disease management.

COVID-19: Can Dentistry Be Part of the Solution?

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Dental Products Report Editorial Director talks with Dr. Shervin Molayem, who will be publishing a paper along with Dr. Carla Pontes to point out the likely connection between severe cases of COVID-19 and periodontal disease.

COVID-19 and the Oral-Systemic Connection: An interview with Dr. Shervin Molayem


For the first time, researchers have shown that a unicellular parasite commonly found in the mouth plays a role in both severe tissue inflammation and tissue destruction. The study may improve the treatment of periodontitis.


Study on parasite may improve the treatment of periodontitis

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Knowing when periodontal maintenance is needed versus prophy will help deliver the best oral care for your patients. 

Clearing the fog over misconception, confusion around  need for periodontal maintenance

Periodontitis and Flossing: Not a match made for each other

De-mystifying the new Academy of Periodontology classifications

What’s the story behind glass hybrids? This eGuide follows the EQUIA® glass hybrid system's evolution.

Periodontics