periodontal disease

Oral Bacteria May Interfere with Conception

Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacterium associated with periodontal diseases, also may delay conception in young...

Scheduling for Prevention Can Revitalize Your Practice

We’ve all had it happen. Patients who have been away for a while finally...

Grant to Explore Use of Nisin in Preventing Periodontal Disease

The Sunstar Foundation has awarded its first Innovation Grant to Yvonne Kapila, DDS, PhD,...

Dentists May See More Marijuana Users

Recreational marijuana is legal in 8 states and the District of Columbia, while 28...

ADA Releases Resources on Genetics and Oral Health

The ADA offers new resources for dental professionals and the public related to genetics...

Design Your Medical History Form for Better Oral-Systemic Treatment Planning

A dental medical history form can be used to guide a clinician through an...

Obese Children With Diabetes Tend to Have Poor Oral Health

Obese children who have type 2 diabetes tend to have poorer oral health than...

Columbia Professors Honored for Their Research

A pair of professors from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine took home...

Global Oral Health Fails to Improve in 25-Year Study

The number of people with untreated oral conditions such as dental caries and severe...

Drug Use Linked to Poor Oral Health

Dental patients with substance use disorders have more tooth decay and periodontal disease than...