Periodontal Overview
Periodontics
Root Planing Smoothing Root Surfaces
Learn what root planing is and why your dentist recommended it for your gum
Periodontics
'Gum Disease and Lung Health: Why Your Mouth Affects'
You might not realize that your mouth and your lungs are connected—not just
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Occlusal Trauma Excessive Force and Bone Loss
If you grind your teeth or have an uneven bite, excessive forces can damage
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Biofilm Structure, Architecture and Characteristics
"You've probably heard your dentist say 'plaque' and 'biofilm' — but they're not quite the same thing."
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Pregnancy Complications Periodontitis and Preterm Birth
Periodontal disease increases preterm birth and low birth weight risk through
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Platelet Derived Growth Factor Pdgf Benefit
PDGF-BB accelerates bone and periodontal ligament regeneration with proven
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"Moderate Periodontitis: Clinical Definition"
"Moderate periodontitis represents clinically significant periodontal disease characterized by measurable alveolar bone loss, increased probing."
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Risk and Concerns with Gum Disease Prevention
Your dentist probably tells you that flossing, brushing, and regular cleanings
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"Calculus Subgingival: Below-Gum Buildup and Periodontal"
Tartar buildup below the gum line causes gum disease and requires professional removal.
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Risk and Concerns with Gum Health Maintenance
After gum disease treatment, your dentist might place you on periodontal
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"Food Impaction Between Teeth: Why It Happens and How to Fix"
"Have you ever felt like food gets constantly stuck between your teeth?"
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"Hand Instrumentation: Scaler and Curette Techniques"
Patient guide to hand instruments used in periodontal therapy including scalers and curettes, their applications, and effectiveness.
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Refractory Periodontitis Treatment Resistant Disease
Refractory periodontitis represents periodontal disease that fails to respond
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"Local Antibiotic Delivery: Arestin and Atridox"
Local antibiotic medications placed directly in your pockets help fight gum disease better than regular cleaning alone. Learn how these work for you.
Periodontics
"Soft Tissue Grafts for Gum Restoration - Connective"
"Connective tissue grafts, free gingival grafts, and acellular dermal matrix represent evidence-based approaches to gum restoration, root coverage,."
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"Universal Curettes and Area-Specific Instrumentation"
"Universal curettes with bilateral cutting edges enable versatile periodontal instrumentation across multiple tooth surfaces, with proper adaptation and..."
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"SARS-CoV-2 and Periodontal Disease: Epidemiological"
Recent research shows that gum disease increases your risk of severe COVID-19, suggesting that keeping your gums healthy is more important than ever.
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Timeline for Bleeding Gums Solutions and Resolution
"Gingival bleeding reversal follows predictable timelines based on etiology, with clinical improvement evident within days to weeks of appropriate."
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"Furcation: Understanding Gum Disease Where Tooth Roots Split"
"Your dentist mentions 'furcation involvement' when discussing your gum disease. What does that mean?"
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"Host Response to Bacteria: Why Some Have Disease"
"Why do some people get gum disease while others don't? Your immune system plays a bigger role than you might think. Learn what determines your risk."