Polycystic ovarian syndrome affects as many as 5 million U.S. women. It is the most common endocrine disorder and the most common cause of female infertility. PCOS contributes to insulin resistance and in recent years there has been growing concern regarding how this long-term metabolic issue might … [Read more...] about The Relationship Between Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Periodontal Disease and Osteoporosis – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Coding Edition “D1110 vs. D4346”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a break down of codes D1110 and D4346 highlighting important information on each that you should be aware of! DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Coding Edition “D1110 vs. D4346”
Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews – Science Sunday
Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews According to a Global Burden of Disease study in 2015 periodontal disease is the 6th most prevalent disease worldwide with an overall prevalence of 11.2%. The cost of loss productivity in the U.S. from severe … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Histiocytosis Syndromes”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with histiocytosis syndromes. Quotes: “These are patients that if they … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Histiocytosis Syndromes”
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Behavior of Midwives Concerning Periodontal Health of Pregnant Patients – Science Sunday
Periodontal disease is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, including preterm birth, low birthweight, and pre-eclampsia. Guidance from practitioners that provide care during pregnancy and delivery should include knowledge of the association between periodontal health and adverse pregnancy … [Read more...] about Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Behavior of Midwives Concerning Periodontal Health of Pregnant Patients – Science Sunday
Association Between Periodontal Disease and Preterm Prelabor Rupture of Membranes – Science Sunday
Preterm birth is a leading cause of infant mortality. Periodontal disease has been associated with multiple adverse pregnancy outcomes. In a study published in 2019 in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology the authors aimed to “compare the periodontal status of women with preterm prelabor rupture … [Read more...] about Association Between Periodontal Disease and Preterm Prelabor Rupture of Membranes – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, RDH starts a new conversation around Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease. These patients go beyond your diabetic patients, your cancer patients or your patients with cardiovascular disease. Tune in over the next … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Grade C”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses the current AAP current grading parameters and how we identify Grade C for a patient. Quotes: “Anytime that a patient is diagnosed with active periodontitis, we are going to grade the … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Grade C”
