article thumbnail

Research Links Peri-Implantitis to Unique Biomarkers and Fibroblast Activation

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Peri-implantitis (PI) is an escalating challenge in modern dentistry, threatening the long-term success of dental implants. Despite being treated similarly to periodontitis, PI presents a higher recurrence rate and remains less responsive to conventional protocols.

article thumbnail

Pacific Dental Services Partners with Commonwealth Primary Care ACO to Improve Health Outcomes and Reduce Medical Expenses of ACO's Medicare Patient Population

Dental News and Technology

Through the initial phase of the partnership, both parties will prioritize medical-dental care integration so that patients within Commonwealth's network who are diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes will receive proper oral healthcare and periodontal therapy as part of their clinical treatment plan.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Revolutionizing the Dental Landscape: The Super Generalist

Dentistry Today

The history of dentistry, much like an intricate tapestry, weaves together a story of evolution, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Casting our gaze back to the mid-1980s, dentistry was a discipline where mastery encompassed an array of facets—cosmetics, full-mouth reconstruction, and intricate periodontal treatments.

article thumbnail

Fort Bend Dental Announces its Acquisition of Aliana Family Dental

Dentistry Today

Fort Bend Dental, a pioneer in modern dentistry renowned for its commitment to exceptional patient care, is excited to announce its recent acquisition and rebranding of Aliana Family Dental to Fort Bend Dental Aliana.

article thumbnail

The Power of Dawson Academy Complete Examinations in Dentistry

Dentistry Gone Digital

Whether youre a seasoned veteran in the dental industry or just starting on your journey, one thing is for sure: complete examinations have become a cornerstone of modern dentistry. Tooth Mobility and Migration: Teeth that have shifted position or become loose may signal occlusal trauma or periodontal issues.

article thumbnail

Is Dental Care Overreaching or a Necessity?

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The question of whether modern dentistry is over-servicing patients is a hot topic, particularly in light of the rising cost of healthcare and growing awareness of evidence-based practices. Regular checkups, while sometimes seen as excessive, have contributed to early disease detection and better patient care.

article thumbnail

Pacific Dental Services and American Diabetes Association partner to increase awareness of the link between oral health and diabetes

Dental News and Technology

18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading dental support organization Pacific Dental Services ® (PDS) has announced a new partnership with the American Diabetes Association ® to increase awareness of the link between periodontal disease and diabetes, and how oral health providers can assist patients in preventing and managing this chronic health condition.