Periodontics
Periodontal Disease and Diabetes Mellitus: Bidirectional Relationship
Periodontal diseases (periodontitis) are bacterial infections and can result in the destruction of tissues...
Periodontics
Multi-Modality Anterior Extraction Site Grafting Increased Predictability for Aesthetics
The extraction of teeth creates a documented loss of bone. In the anterior maxilla,...
Periodontics
Eight-Year Retrospective Review of Laser Periodontal Therapy in Private Practice
In four previously published articles in Dentistry Today, the authors presented 10 radiographic case...
Periodontics
The Relationship Between Coronary Artery Disease and Periodontal Disease
William Hunter, an English physician in the early 20th century, brought to our attention...
Periodontics
Managing Risk Factors in Successful Nonsurgical Treatment
Management of periodontal disease is a dynamic and ongoing process. Only recently have we...
Periodontics
Surgical Crown Lengthening for Enhanced Clinical Success
Teeth needing restoration should have all caries removed. When this is accomplished, adequate supragingival...
Periodontics
Loss of Anterior Guidance as an Etiological Factor in Periodontal Pocketing
According to the concept of a cuspid-protected occlusion, the interlocking relation of the maxillary...
Periodontics
A Three-Point-Translation Technique for Root Coverage With 4-Year Follow-up
Localized and generalized gingival recession frequently occurs in patients with incipient as well as...
Periodontics
A New Guide to Nonsurgical Management of Periodontal Disease
The recent advances and surprising popularity of today’s new dental treatments are making this...
Periodontics
An Improved Technique for Restoring a Challenging Treatment Zone
Accidents are daily occurrences; however, problems often occur that are iatrogenic in nature and...