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
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
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Diseases of the Periodontium”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH takes us through a broad definition of diseases of the periodontium. Quotes: “I absolutely love this definition because it clarifies the fact that diseases of the periodontium begin with … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Diseases of the Periodontium”
Connecting Oral Pathogens with Systemic Conditions: Understanding the Oral Systemic Connection with Kathryn Gilliam, RDH – Episode 233
Please Leave a Review! We’ve come to it: the last entry in perio series. Before A Tale of Two Hygienists waves goodbye—however briefly—to Michelle’s favorite topic, we have one final interview with more detail than you can wind an entire spool of (not as effective as you think) dental floss … [Read more...] about Connecting Oral Pathogens with Systemic Conditions: Understanding the Oral Systemic Connection with Kathryn Gilliam, RDH – Episode 233
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
Microbial Colonization of the Periodontal Pocket and its Significance for Periodontal Therapy: Science Sunday
Microbial Colonization of the Periodontal Pocket and its Significance for Periodontal Therapy Multiple clinical trials have shown the efficacy of scaling and root planning as a treatment to reduce bacteria load in periodontally involved patients. In addition, some adjunctive antimicrobial … [Read more...] about Microbial Colonization of the Periodontal Pocket and its Significance for Periodontal Therapy: Science Sunday
Technology that Improves Periodontal Outcomes – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Imagine being able to see what you are removing in a deep periodontal pocket. Wouldn't it be great to see what you are removing rather than guessing and hoping for the best that you removed all the pathogenic bacteria, calculus, and biofilm? Equally important, wouldn't it be nice to catch something … [Read more...] about Technology that Improves Periodontal Outcomes – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment Periodontal disease is a chronic disease that must be maintained, currently, there is no cure. Maintenance requires keeping a healthy balance of the oral ecosystem by eliminating bacterial plaque. For long-term efficacy, this must be achieved daily. … [Read more...] about Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
