Periodontology

Tip 1: Orientate Many patients are ignorant of the oral anatomy and have an inadequate spatial sense, so begin by introducing the basic anatomy of the oral tissues. The teeth and gingivae can be visualised using a hand mirror and/or intra-oral camera. I usually gently...

Are your periodontally susceptible patients more likely to have problems around their implants? Short answer: Yes Evidence: Patients with deep pockets >5 mm have a greater risk of developing peri-implantitis (Pjetursson et al 2012). Patients with a history of...

So what’s the truth about periodontitis and its link with systemic disease?  One thing that isn’t up for debate is periodontal disease has broader impacts than just oral health. I’m sure we’ve all read the evidence on diabetes and cardiovascular disease…But what about...