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

Pregnant women are believed to face an increased risk of gingival bleeding and tooth decay. But when during pregnancy do these changes occur, and could

A patient scheduled a telephone consultation with me the other day. Her problem had distressed her for years, and she was clearly frustrated. She explained

A new study has found that postmenopausal women taking estrogen as an osteoporosis treatment had a lower prevalence of severe periodontitis than those not receiving

Henry Schein announced it has agreed to acquire Southern Anesthesia + Surgical. Southern Anesthesia + Surgical distributes anesthesia and surgical supplies, including controlled and noncontrolled

Have you heard the term “functional medicine” floating around the internet? Do you know what it means? Alvin Danenberg, DDS. Many traditional medical and dental