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Down’s syndrome and hyposalivation: New insights

NEW YORK, US: Reduced salivary flow is a well-recognised feature of Down’s syndrome and is thought to contribute to the high prevalence of periodontal ...

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ISDH 2026 briefing considers adjunctive mouthrinse use in periodontal care

MILAN, Italy: At a press briefing hosted by consumer health company Kenvue during the 2026 International Symposium on Dental Hygiene (ISDH) in Milan, ...

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Study reveals a potential new target for periodontal disease treatment

ONNA-SON, Japan: The ability of Porphyromonas gingivalis to colonise the oral cavity depends partly on a short surface filament that helps it attach to ...

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Fasting-mimicking diet may reduce periodontal inflammation

LONDON, England: Although dietary interventions have been associated with reduced systemic inflammation, their relevance to periodontal disease remains ...

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“The link between periodontitis and systemic disease plays a major role for men”

As evidence for the interplay between periodontal and systemic disease grows, severe periodontitis is increasingly being recognised as a risk factor for ...

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Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies

IAȘI, Romania: Diabetes is a growing global public health concern and is closely linked to oral disease. A recent study conducted by researchers in Romania...

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New natural compound therapy shows promise in managing periodontal disease

PHILADELPHIA, US: Periodontal disease affects nearly 60% of adults over the age of 65 and imposes a considerable burden—medically, psychologically and ...

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Vienna prepares for EuroPerio11 and Gum Health Day activities

VIENNA, Austria: In just two weeks, more than 10,000 oral health professionals from across the globe are expected to gather for EuroPerio11, the leading ...

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Patients’ perspectives take centre stage at EuroPerio11

VIENNA, Austria: At EuroPerio11, which will be held from 14 to 17 May, a dedicated session will shine a spotlight on patients’ involvement in their ...

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Sterify Gel: HuFriedyGroup presents its latest product at IDS

COLOGNE, Germany: Sterify Gel is a mucoadhesive polymer hydrogel in a pre-filled syringe for the treatment of periodontal disease. It is intended to promote...

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“Moving away from money-driven implantology to patient-centred care”

This year’s EAO congress is being held jointly by the EAO and two prestigious Italian organisations: the Italian Academy of Osseointegration (IAO) and the...

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Immediate loading of the posterior maxilla with two abutment-level bridges produced in a digital workflow

Dental implants are widely acknowledged for their success in replacing missing teeth. Several factors influence the effectiveness of implant treatment, ...

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Matcha: A new ally in the fight against periodontal disease

TOKYO, Japan: Extensive research shows that Porphyromonas gingivalis is linked with the initiation and progression of periodontal disease. The antimicrobial...

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It is Gen Z’s turn to start thinking about periodontal health

BRUSSELS, Belgium: As Generation Z comes of age, they are learning how to deal with their health as adults. Amid rising sugary diets and escalating stress ...

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Treating periodontal disease reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence

HIGASHIHIROSHIMA, Japan: Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), a recent study has ...

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Periodontal disease worsens chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

CHENGDU, China: Research has shown a connection between severe periodontal disease and the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ...

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Nicotine addiction among the youth: Australia introduces strict vaping restrictions

CANBERRA, Australia: Vaping poses significant risks to both general and oral health, a concern that has grown with the rapid increase in e-cigarette use, ...

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Predictable aesthetic success with a digital workflow

Dentists today are living during exciting times when advancements in materials, techniques and diagnostics allow us to predictably improve the quality of ...

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New journal supplement explores the role of mouthwash in oral care

MELBOURNE, Australia: The value of mouthwash as part of routine oral hygiene has often been questioned in the literature. Seeking to provide the most ...

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Treatment of patients with severe periodontal disease in general dental practice

According to current data, approximately ten million people in Germany have severe periodontitis. This condition leads to tooth extractions and loss of ...

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Artificial intelligence takes early steps in predicting post-treatment periodontal disease severity

LAHORE, Pakistan: Because treating periodontal disease requires a nuanced approach, a means of predicting the most likely treatment requirements could help ...

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Partial extraction therapy and implant treatment in the maxilla

Various techniques and methods based either on grafting of the fresh extraction socket (ridge preservation) with different materials and delayed implant ...

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Research identifies potential novel treatment for managing periodontal disease

LONDON, UK: Though our understanding of the causes of and potential treatments for periodontal disease has advanced substantially in recent decades, new ...

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Artificial intelligence shows promise for detecting periodontal status in bitewing radiographs

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Researchers in Turkey have examined the extent to which deep learning artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms are able to identify ...

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New research outlines vaping’s unique connection to periodontal disease

NEW YORK, US: Smoking tobacco has long been known to be detrimental to oral health, but the risks of newer simulations of smoking such as vaping are less ...

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Simple and inexpensive—xylitol chewing gum reduced preterm births in research

HOUSTON, US/LILONGWE, Malawi: Studies have shown a link between maternal periodontal disease and preterm birth—delivery before the 37th week of pregnancy....

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EuroPerio: EFP launches virtual series, provides outlook for 2022 congress

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Amid the global pandemic, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) decided to defer the EuroPerio10 congress, which had ...

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Periodontal status may play role in COVID-19 severity

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: The link between periodontal disease and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease is, by now, well established in the ...

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The role of interdental cleaning for oral health, general health and quality of life

Recent research shows that oral health is an essential prerequisite for people’s well-being and quality of life. In order to reach the global goals for ...

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Periodontist Dr Chris Barker talks successful periodontitis treatment

Dr Chris Barker is an experienced periodontist who provides the full scope of specialist periodontics. On Thursday, 9 April, he will be presenting a webinar...

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