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The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Heart Failure

Dentistry Gone Digital

This study was released at the start of July in one of the Journals of the American College of Cardiology and discusses the impact of periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, on heart failure. In-depth Discussion of Periodontal Disease and Heart Failure. Study on How an Unhealthy Mouth can Lead to Heart Failure.

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Rehabilitation of Patients With Stage IV Advanced Periodontitis: A Review

Dentistry Today

Patients with Stage IV periodontitis are at significant risk of edentulism if they are not treated or receive inadequate care. In 2017, the World Workshop on Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions defined periodontitis based on stage and grade. 1 Stage III and Stage IV describe advanced periodontitis.

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Alcohol and Periodontal Disease: A Narrative Review

Dental News and Technology

62270 Abstract The scientific literature dealing with alcohol and alcoholic beverages revealed that these drinks possess an adverse impact on periodontal tissues. Over-dependency on alcohol leads to necrotizing lesions such as necrotizing gingivitis, necrotizing periodontitis, and necrotizing stomatitis.

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Clear aligner treatment among patients with compromised periodontal tissue

Dental News and Technology

Published: October 28, 2023 DOI: [link] Abstract The aesthetic advances associated with clear aligner therapy (CAT) encourage the adult population, often affected by periodontal disease (PD), to seek orthodontic treatment. It is now necessary to elucidate the role of CAT in this context.

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Influence of intracanal medicaments on the periodontal and periapical healing in concurrent endodontic-periodontal lesions with/without communication: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Dental News and Technology

Clinical Oral Investigations Review Published: 14 October 2023 Clinical Oral Investigations ( 2023 ) Abstract Objectives The purpose of this review is to determine the effectiveness of intracanal medicament (ICM) on periodontal and periapical healing (PH) of concurrent endodontic-periodontal lesions with/without communication in permanent teeth.

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Periodontitis is associated with airflow obstruction in the Malmö Offspring Dental Study

Dental News and Technology

Abstract Aim: To investigate the association between periodontitis and lung function in the Malmö Offspring Dental Study. Periodontitis was assessed by a full-mouth examination protocol including bleeding on probing and classified according to the American Academy of Periodontology/Center for Disease Control definitions.

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TikTok Hygienist Shares Surprising Tip to Spot Periodontal Diseases Early

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

This unexpected tip is designed to alert users to the presence of bacteria that may signal early periodontal disease. In her viral video, Sprouse explains that a foul odor from used floss can be a red flag for periodontal diseases, as plaque buildup and bacteria often cause the distinctive smell. Click here to read more.