One hygienist’s view on the future of dental hygiene
2020-04-07
Editor’s note: This is the first piece in a continuing series where we will be asking dental hygienists from across the country, at different stages
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Australia reports worse dental health in 2020
2020-03-18
The percentage of Australian adults with periodontal disease and untreated caries is on the rise, according to a new report by the Australian Dental Association.
Review suggests cavities, periodontitis share common origin
2020-02-18
Sweet drinks, sugar, and so-called fermentable carbohydrates may promote both cavities and periodontal disease contrary to conventional wisdom, according to the authors of a recent
Perio disease linked to worse maternal, newborn outcomes
2019-12-22
A recent study has linked periodontal disease during pregnancy to worse health outcomes for both mothers and their children. The authors called for more oral
Genco posthumously named NAI fellow
2019-12-17
The National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has posthumously named as a fellow Robert Genco, DDS, PhD, a distinguished professor of oral biology, periodontics, and microbiology
UCL Eastman researchers recognised for linking gum disease with diabetes
2019-11-28
Professor Francesco D’Aiuto and his periodontics team from UCL Eastman have won the 2019 Clinical Research Award from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). This prize
Anticancer agent shows promise for treating perio disease
2019-10-28
A natural plant compound with anticancer properties may one day help treat periodontal disease, according to a study published on October 26 in BMC Oral
Unique gum cells may prevent perio disease in the future
2019-10-07
Newly discovered sensory cells in gums that protect the mouth from infections that cause tissue and bone damage to teeth may be the answer to
Gum disease linked to high blood pressure
2019-09-24
People with periodontitis have a greater likelihood of high blood pressure (hypertension), according to a recent study published by scientists at UCL Eastman Dental Institute
Antioxidants are good for oral health — here’s why
2019-09-08
SAN FRANCISCO – Pass the dark chocolate and berries. Antioxidants found in these and other common foods and spices can help boost oral health, according
ADA 2019: New perio classifications help improve patient care
2019-09-04
SAN FRANCISCO – Updates to periodontitis and peri-implant disease classifications can help dental professionals improve the care of their patients, according to a presentation at
Eating disorders linked with poor gum conditions, quality of life
2019-08-19
Patients diagnosed with anorexia and bulimia have significantly worse periodontal conditions and poorer oral health-related quality of life, such as physical and psychological limitations, according