This is an actual text message I received from a patient: I am freaking out, Dr. Froum; the implant you put in my mouth fell out two weeks ago … fell out … and I am on a cruise. What should I do? PLEASE HELP!!! This scenario has happened many times. I used to immediately … Read more
National survey reveals there’s room for improvement to educate Americans on gum disease, which affects one in every two adults over age 30 As part of its national “Love the Gums You’re With” campaign, the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) released a new national survey that reveals more than a quarter (27 percent) of U.S. … Read more
New Data from the CDC Reinforce High Rates in Hispanic, Black, and Asian Adults in the US Sixty-three percent of Hispanic adults in the United States has periodontitis, an advanced form of periodontal disease. This finding comes from an updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study published in the Journal of Periodontology. The … Read more
Dental team collaboration, shared learning are among event highlights The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) will host its annual Spring Conference at the Hilton Chicago on May 2-3, 2015. This year’s theme, “Embracing Technology to Enhance Your Clinical Practice,” will equip periodontists, general dentists, hygienists, and office staff with the insight on how to integrate … Read more
Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection of the oral cavity, and it disproportionately affects African Americans. It’s also been implicated as a potential risk factor for chronic kidney disease (CKD). To investigate this potential link, researchers led by Vanessa Grubbs, MD (University of California, San Francisco analyzed 699 African American adults who underwent complete … Read more
Carestream Dental, along with the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) Foundation, is pleased to announce that this year’s recipient of the Dr. D. Walter Cohen Teaching Award is Georgios Kotsakis, D.D.S. Kotsakis was recognized at the 100thAnnual Meeting of the AAP in San Francisco, Calif., in late September. Carestream Dental has sponsored the teaching award … Read more
Dr. Kenneth S. Kornman of Interleukin Genetics Presents the Value and Use of Genetic Testing in Clinical Dentistry. Interleukin’s Genetic Risk Test, PerioPredict® Awarded “Best New Hygienist Product” by DrBicuspid During a Saturday morning continuing education course titled, “Introduce Scientific Advances Into Your Clinical Practice”, Interleukin’s Chief Executive Officer Kenneth S. Kornman, DDS, PhD presented … Read more
The other day a young Canadian training in the US wanted advice for his return to Toronto to establish practice in periodontics (Toronto, the centre of the universe as we natives think of it, as if there were no other places to go, live and work). I was happy to talk to him; after all, … Read more
INTRODUCTIONThe crown lengthening (CL) procedure has many applications in the periodontal sphere. It can take the form of a gingivectomy, full or partial thickness flap approach with or without osteoplasty, or even a flapless technique.1 These techniques allow for the manipulation of the tissues of the periodontium (soft and hard) to satisfy either aesthetic or … Read more
Dental implants and their associated restorations offer an effective and predictable treatment modality for replacing missing teeth.11,28,29,30 Reported success rates for dental implants are high, and are typically published within a range of 88.3 percent and 99 percent.43,53 However, there is still a scarcity of data in the published literature regarding follow-up of implants in … Read more
Sinus floor augmentation is widely utilized to augment the bone volume available for placing dental implants in the posterior maxilla. Dr. Hilt Tatum first introduced the procedure in 1974. Since then various modifications to the technique have been introduced and multiple grafting materials were utilized. In principle the procedure consists of creating a window through … Read more
USE OF SUPPLEMENTS CONTAINING FISH OIL OR OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDSOther than vitamin and mineral supplements, fish oil and flaxseed oil, rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, are the most commonly used natural health products.1 Supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids in combination with other fatty acids found in food, known as omega 3/6/9 supplements, are also … Read more
INTRODUCTIONEGD has been referred to as a “gummy smile”. The amount of gingiva showing in a normal full smile is 1-2mm. A display of 4mm or more of gingival exposure is considered unattractive. The incidence of EGD may approximate 14 percent in females and 7 percent in males.1 Hyperfunction of the lip elevator muscles often … Read more
PERIODONTAL DIAGNOSIS AND ORAL INFLAMMATORY LOADIn the process of diagnosis of periodontal disease, the primary goals are to establish the presence or absence of the disease, particularly active disease as well as its severity. An accurate diagnosis is also essential so as to allow the clinician to prognosticate on the risk of disease progression in … Read more
ABSTRACTAs a practicing endodontist over the last 25 years, you believe you’ve seen whatever can walk in the door case wise. We are taught to look at digital imaging, listen to the patient’s history and symptoms and then offer a qualified diagnosis. We then present that to the patient and once they are informed and … Read more
Periodontists Awarded during AAP’s 100th Annual Meeting for Contributions to the Dental Specialty The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) issued ten special recognitions to members for their contributions to the periodontal specialty. The awardees were honored at a ceremony held during the AAP’s 100th Anniversary Annual Meeting, held Sept. 19-22 in San Francisco. “The Academy … Read more
Drs. Kenneth S. Kornman and Lynn Doucette-Stamm of Interleukin Genetics Honored at the 100th Anniversary of the AAP Interleukin Genetics, Inc. is pleased to share that Dr. Kenneth S. Kornman, Chief Executive Officer and Dr. Lynn Doucette-Stamm, Vice President of Development and Clinical Operations, together with their co-authors, received the Clinical Research Award for a study … Read more
Dental Publications and Professionals Invited to San Francisco for the Latest on Gum Health The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) will hold its 100th Annual Meeting Sept. 19-22, 2014, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. A number of sessions pertinent to the dental media and industry will highlight advancements in the specialty, including hotbed … Read more
Going to the dentist isn’t fun for anyone, but for those with periodontal disease related to type 2 diabetes, a new research discovery may have them smiling. In a report appearing in the August 2014 issue of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology, one of the most important blood cells involved in the human immune response, … Read more
Three-day consensus workshop provides clinical recommendations for treating advanced gum disease The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) held its first-ever consensus workshop on regenerative therapies for periodontal disease titled “Enhancing Periodontal Health Through Regenerative Approaches” on June 1-4, 2014, at the Gleacher Center in downtown Chicago. Fifty-two periodontal experts hailing from the United States, Brazil, … Read more