Please Leave a Review! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimers it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your free CE Credit! EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Survey results from the end of last year indicate that a fair number of … [Read more...] about 284 Lasers are Cool with Joy Raskie, RDH
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Aggressive Perio”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about Periodontal diagnostics systems that have been used, and the current system in place highlighting the 1999 classification of “aggressive perio”. Quotes: “I think we can … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Aggressive Perio”
Effect of Micronutrient Malnutrition on Periodontal Disease and Periodontal Therapy – Science Sunday
Both macronutrients and micronutrients are essential for life and overall health. Multiple factors can cause micronutrient deficiencies such as, medications, malabsorption, lifestyle factors, systemic disorders, pregnancy and certain surgeries. Micronutrient requirements vary depending on age, … [Read more...] about Effect of Micronutrient Malnutrition on Periodontal Disease and Periodontal Therapy – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dentogingival Unit”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about the dentogingival unit. Quotes: “The dentogingival unit is a collective unit that refers to the epithelial attachment and the gingival connective tissue attachment to the … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dentogingival Unit”
A 12-month Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Erythritol Air-polishing Versus Curette/Ultrasonic Debridement of Mandibular Furcations in Supportive Periodontal Therapy – Science Sunday
Management of periodontal disease is achieved through disruption of microbial biofilm and removal of calculus. This is often done via hand scaling and ultrasonic scalers. However, these techniques can contribute to soft and hard tissue damage as well as patients experiencing sensitivity due to … [Read more...] about A 12-month Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Erythritol Air-polishing Versus Curette/Ultrasonic Debridement of Mandibular Furcations in Supportive Periodontal Therapy – Science Sunday
Association between periodontal health status and patient-reported outcomes in patients managed in a non-specialist, general dental practice – Science Sunday
Far patient assessment and classifications are based on clinical assessments made by the dental professional with little to no input from the patient. By inquiring and integrating patient-reported outcomes, the clinician can get a better assessment of the patient’s perception of the disease. This … [Read more...] about Association between periodontal health status and patient-reported outcomes in patients managed in a non-specialist, general dental practice – Science Sunday
Non-Invasive Treatment with Perio Protect
On this A Tale of Two Hygienists Bonus episode we are joined by Charissa Wood, RDH who tells us about the oral systemic connection and how Perio Protect helps her patients achieve optimal oral health. Charissa highlights patient communication and compliance strategies and shares with us some of her … [Read more...] about Non-Invasive Treatment with Perio Protect
The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review – Science Sunday
The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review Periodontal medicine is a newly emerging field of periodontal research. It focuses on the correlation between chronic periodontitis, aggressive periodontitis, and several … [Read more...] about The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review – Science Sunday
Perio Protocols Using Lasers, Adjunctive Therapy, And Homecare with Amber Auger, RDH – Episode 232
Please Leave a Review! Michelle continues to indulge her love for and fascination with all things perio by interviewing a fellow hygienist who’s trained on advanced periodontal tools that Michelle only wishes she could get her hands on. Amber Auger, RDH, is a speaker, professional … [Read more...] about Perio Protocols Using Lasers, Adjunctive Therapy, And Homecare with Amber Auger, RDH – Episode 232
Role of Periodontal Therapy in Management of Common Complex Systemic Diseases and Conditions: An Update – Science Sunday
Role of Periodontal Therapy in Management of Common Complex Systemic Diseases and Conditions: An Update The link between oral disease and systemic disease has been widely studied. Poor oral health has been associated with multiple systemic conditions such as atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, … [Read more...] about Role of Periodontal Therapy in Management of Common Complex Systemic Diseases and Conditions: An Update – Science Sunday
