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GBT—the game-changer in orthodontic preventive treatment

Combining orthodontic treatment and preventive treatment is a key component of the clinical philosophy of Drs Ines Metke and Claudia Mengel, who have run ...

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Dental teams could help detect undiagnosed diabetes in patients

BIRMINGHAM, England: Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in Europe and is strongly associated with periodontitis. An estimated one in ...

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Periodontitis increases risk of stroke among young people, study finds

KUOPIO, Finland: Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally, and periodontitis has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of ischemic ...

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Macrolide-based molecules drive bone regeneration

NIIGATA, Japan/PHILADELPHIA, US: Ageing is known to increase people’s susceptibility to chronic inflammatory bone loss disorders, including periodontal ...

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Metformin could help prevent oral and systemic disease in periodontal patients

LONDON, UK: Factors such as glucose metabolism, nutrition, oxidative stress and ageing drive periodontal progression. However, current periodontal ...

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Mouthwash may reveal risk of cardiovascular disease

HAMILTON, Ontario, Canada: The link between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease is well established. However, most research in this area concerns older...

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CBCT data could help create patient-specific scaffolds for periodontal tissue regeneration

ATHENS, Greece: Leveraging advancements in 3D printing, researchers in Greece have outlined a methodology for designing patient-specific 3D scaffolds for ...

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Dietary restrictions could reduce periodontal disease

LONDON, UK: Since it has been evidenced that periodontitis results in local and systemic inflammation, researchers have recently examined the effects of ...

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Ethnicity has a bearing on periodontitis treatment response according to University of Texas study

HOUSTON, US: According to a 2022 study, periodontitis occurs at a significantly higher rate among Hispanics (64%) and non-Hispanic Blacks (59%) than ...

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3D-printed mouth guard helps remove dental plaque in older and disabled patients

HONG KONG: Researchers from the University of Hong Kong have developed a personalised 3D-printed mouth guard that they say has plaque removal results ...

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Rheumatoid arthritis patients rate how oral health affects quality of life

MADRID, Spain/MEDELLÍN, Colombia: Researchers have evaluated the relationship between oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) and rheumatoid arthritis...

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Periodontal treatment ineffective for heavy smokers with severe periodontitis, study finds

AARHUS, Denmark: Smoking can greatly affect periodontitis treatment—these are the findings of a recent study that investigated the influence of different ...

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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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TePe Share clinical symposium explores relationship between cardiovascular disease and oral care

MALMÖ, Sweden: As a follow-up to last year’s clinical symposium, which was the first of its kind for TePe, the Swedish oral health company is hosting a ...

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New study highlights a bidirectional effect between oral disease and diabetes

HELSINKI, Finland: In a recent study conducted at the University of Helsinki in Finland, researchers investigated whether oral health abnormalities could ...

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Interview with Dr Raluca Cosgarea, winner of EFP-Jaccard Prize in Periodontology 2022

Dr Raluca Cosgarea is an associate professor in the Department of Periodontology, Operative and Preventive Dentistry at the University of Bonn and the ...

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Unilever sponsors scientific session on non-surgical approaches to treatment of periodontal disease

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: The tenth edition of EuroPerio, the leading congress in periodontics and implant dentistry, attracted thousands of visitors to Bella ...

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Men with periodontitis and erectile dysfunction more likely to suffer major cardiovascular events, study says

GRANADA, Spain: A study led by researchers from the University of Granada has recently reported that men with periodontitis who are also diagnosed with ...

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Interview: Periodontitis and peri-implantitis in implant dentistry

Peri-implantitis continues to be one of the greatest challenges for dental professionals. According to studies, the prevalence of the condition will ...

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Links between oral microbiome, genetic variations and periodontitis examined in new study

OKAYAMA, Japan: Since periodontitis has been linked to systemic health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease, ...

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Study offers new insights into periodontal disease and body’s protective response

SEATTLE, U.S.: Biofilm buildup can lead to many oral health issues, including gingivitis, periodontitis and tooth loss, as well as other serious health ...

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The societal and economic impact of periodontitis

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Given the prevalence and preventable nature of periodontitis, new ways of thinking about gingival health are needed to increase awareness...

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Study confirms gingival recession increases risk of Alzheimer’s disease

GREIFSWALD, Germany: Periodontitis has been associated with a risk for Alzheimer’s disease in previous studies. The long-term Study of Health in Pomerania...

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Driving on autopilot

Long, narrow root canals are a real challenge even for renowned endodontic experts. Just like a good navigation system in your car, modern endodontic motors...

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Study identifies asymptomatic state of gingivae that links gingivitis, periodontitis and ageing

QINGDAO, China: Most adults experience episodes of gingivitis, which can progress to periodontitis, yet the role of plaque in gingivitis onset and ...

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One step closer to fighting periodontitis: New dental gel reduces periodontal symptoms

BIRMINGHAM, Ala./IRVINE, Calif., U.S.: Researchers from different U.S. universities have collaborated to investigate a novel dental gel, produced by ...

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Periodontitis increases risk of bacteria in donated blood

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Recent research from the University of Copenhagen and Næstved Hospital in Denmark has demonstrated that periodontitis leads to an ...

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Research links periodontitis and halitosis

SEOUL, South Korea: As periodontitis and halitosis share a microbiological pathogenesis, researchers from the Seoul National University School of Dentistry ...

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Study paves way for targeted therapy of periodontitis

HALLE (SAALE)/LEIPZIG, Germany: A new approach to the treatment of periodontitis could make the use of antibiotics obsolete, as it targets only the bacteria...

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