Relationship of Oral Pathogens to Pneumonia
A large percentage of dental practices have elderly patients whose home care is less than optimal.
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Peri-implant Classifications Revisited
This is a continuation of my September Editor’s Note comments about the new classifications for periodontal and peri-implant diseases issued by the American Academy of Periodontology and European Federation of Periodontology.
Periodontal Classification System Update
Last November, experts from around the world met under the auspices of the American Academy of Periodontology and European Federation of Periodontology to revisit the classification of periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions.
Oral Health Effects of Cannabis Use
A recent paper in this journal by Portillo et al explored oral health care for individuals who use cannabis.
Adherence to Professional Suggestions
As oral health professionals, we deal with diseases that result from patients’ lack of adherence to our clinical recommendations.
Veggies, Gut Bacteria And The Oral Microbiome
At present, there is a fairly broad agreement that chronic (as opposed to acute) inflammation is bad for your health.
Interventions for Excess Sugar Intake
An article in the The New York Times about an epidemic of obesity in Malaysia reported that nearly half of the individuals in that country were overweight.
Big Brother is Closer Than You Think
Some of us look at these infringements on freedom of movement and expression as distasteful.
Seven Words You Cannot Say On TV
Does this mean the therapy chosen for a patient's periodontal disease will be decided by popular vote?
Oral Bacteria, Systemic Diseases and Cancer
Wouldn't it be wonderful if dental professionals could increase the systemic health of our patients by reducing inflammation in the form of periodontal disease.
