In whatever way we consume news today, one factor is evident. Discord, division, antagonism, and even outright hatred are everywhere. We seek to include and yet we exclude. We seek to be diverse, yet we want everyone to think like we do. We seek to be non-judgmental, yet we judge others constantly and cancel them … Read more
Dr. Wayne Dionne Owner, Clinique Dentaire Dr. Wayne Dionne What have you observed to be the biggest change to the dentistry profession since you began your career? Over time patients have become more informed with the internet and social media. This creates more expectations because patients are more educated about dentistry. This will have a positive … Read more
Saliva, often referred to as the “mirror of the body,” is a remarkably complex and valuable biofluid that holds a wealth of information about an individual’s health, disease status, and well-being. Saliva originates from diverse glands within the oral cavity, comprising a rich and intricate assortment of biological molecules. These include a wide range of … Read more
Abstract This review focuses on the emerging field of chronotherapy in dentistry, which aims to optimize therapeutic efficacy and minimize adverse effects by administering drugs or interventions at specific times of the day based on the circadian clock’s modulation of physiological processes relevant to dentistry. It has been found from well conducted systematic reviews that … Read more
Periodontal disease (gingivitis and periodontitis) is an oral inflammatory condition that is an all too common oral problem.1 Gingivitis often presents as bleeding, swollen gums, and pain, and if left untreated progresses to periodontitis, which involves the loss of periodontal attachment and supporting bone. The imbalance between oral bacteria and the innate immune cells, particularly … Read more
Abstract According to recent studies, vitamin D insufficiency is connected with the occurrence of various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurological disorders. Understanding the elements that regulate vitamin D intake and enhancement is crucial to preserving health and preventing the beginning of disease. With this review, we seek to shed light on the relevance … Read more
Abstract The use of laser therapy has increased in healthcare professions due to its expanding range of applications. After a case in which an increase in keratinized tissue width (KTW) was noted post laser assisted frenectomy, a systematic review of the literature was completed. Within the limitations of this review, there is growing evidence to … Read more
Oropharyngeal cancers (OPCs) and oral cavity cancers are distinct head and neck cancers via location, causation, and incidence. OPCs encompasses the oropharynx structures – consisting of the mid-throat, the back one-third of the tongue, the soft palate, tonsils, and the side and back walls of the throat (Weatherspoon et al., 2015). Causally, OPC malignancies are … Read more
Dental implants to replace missing teeth are a predictable treatment option with survival rates ranging as high as 98 to 99%.1-6 Antiresorptive agent-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (ARONJ) is a serious dental surgical post-operative risk for patients on antiresorptive medications, and may also interfere with dental implant osteointegration. The data on antiresorptive medication-associated implant failure … Read more
Dentists are constantly challenged in clinical practice to make decisions about whether to save or extract compromised teeth. Crown lengthening and orthodontic extrusion are techniques that have been used to provide restorations with improved longevity.1 Crown lengthening establishes a healthy relationship of the restoration to the periodontium by maintaining the biologic width. However, the procedure … Read more