Author

Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS, is a clinical associate professor at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry. A periodontist practicing in Dallas, he is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and member of the International College of Dentists. Wilson is also editor in chief of Decisions in Dentistry.

Periodontics

Addressing Peri-Implantitis

Sep 6, 2022

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE While implant therapy is well-known for its safety and efficacy, not all implants flourish. Whatever the cause, peri-implantitis is a serious threat to implant health and clinicians must be…

Editor's Note

Platelet Use in Reducing Rejection Rates

Sep 1, 2022

Platelets are cell fragments surrounded by membranes, and their main function is to act with fibrin to stop blood flow in wounds.

Perio Update

A Look at Peri-Implant Disease Classification

Aug 23, 2022

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE Implant therapy is often the treatment of choice when it comes to addressing tooth loss. And for the most part, it is quite successful. However, as dentists are well aware, some implants fail.…

Editor's Note

Teeth Hold a Record of Life Events

Aug 8, 2022

According to an article in Scientific Reports by Cerrito and colleagues,1 life stresses can produce histologic changes in cementum.

Editor's Note

Applications for Bioprinting Technology

Jun 23, 2022

When dental three-dimensional (3D) printing is mentioned, most dentists think of crowns, habit devices, surgical guides and such — and, in fact, this technology has led to remarkable changes in oral healthcare delivery.

Editor's Note

Preparing For the Next Viral Wave

Jun 6, 2022

The World Health Organization designated COVID-19 as a pandemic more than two years ago, and government regulations issued in response to this disease have created multiple problems.

Editor's Note