About a year ago I was asked to evaluate a patient who had bleeding gums that were not responding to a daily, high-quality oral hygiene

Periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are both chronic inflammatory diseases and share other similarities. But is there a causative relationship? A new study examines the

Chlorhexidine is known for reducing plaque, but how do mouthwashes with varying chlorhexidine concentration levels compare? Researchers tested three chlorhexidine solutions to see which was

Periodontal disease is associated with a 14% increase in cancer risk among older women, according to the results of a new study. Periodontal disease also

Interleukin Genetics announced it will shut down and liquidate its assets pending shareholder approval in August. Interleukin is the creator of PerioPredict, a test that

Periodontitis and metabolic syndrome are manifestations of chronic inflammation. Alvin Danenberg, DDS. Periodontitis is an advanced stage of gum disease in which the gums are

With dentin hypersensitivity being one of the most common complaints of patients, general dentists and periodontists are eager to find ways to ease patient discomfort.

What motivates you to save your life? I am baffled. Just recently, I was reminded of a patient from several decades ago. His particular circumstances

Does gum disease cause cardiovascular disease (CVD)? This is a critical question. It needs to be answered, if possible. I will offer my opinion shortly.

The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and Sunstar Americas have announced the first recipient of a $30,000 research grant. Yvonne Kapila, DDS, PhD, is the

When patients come to your office with what you diagnose as oral lichen planus, actinic keratosis, erythroplakia, or another oral potentially malignant disorder (OPMD), they

“It’s interesting how the flossing debate left the news so quickly,” a very astute patient opined the other day. He continued, “I don’t understand how