On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses genetic or developmental disorders and infections that can affect a gingival lesion. Quotes: “Now, the main piece that I want you to know about this is that when a patient presents with … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Non-Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Bacterial Origin”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Systemic [Modifying Factors]”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses systemic or modifying factors for patients that present with dental biofilm induced gingivitis. Quotes: “What we're really talking about is the fact that in addition, these individuals present with … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Systemic [Modifying Factors]”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Local [Predisposing Factors]”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses predisposing factors to dental biofilm induced gingivitis. Quotes: “I want to be very clear, this is when biofilm levels have begun to build up. And if we do not see any … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Local [Predisposing Factors]”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Introduction to Gingivitis”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses the two major categories of gingivitis as are defined by the 2017 AAP classification system. Quotes: “Gingivitis is a reversible disease process of the periodontium meaning the expectation now is … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Introduction to Gingivitis”
Periodontal Pathogens and Associated Intrathecal Antibodies on Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
Clinical evidence supports a potential link between inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease. Additional studies have postulated a possible link between periodontal pathogens and Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, a systematic review published in 2017 found a significant association between periodontal … [Read more...] about Periodontal Pathogens and Associated Intrathecal Antibodies on Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
Teledentistry and mHealth for Promotion and Prevention of Oral Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Teledentistry combines the use of telecommunications and dentistry, while mobile health (mHealth) utilizes mobile phones and other wireless technologies as a way to communicate health promotion. Teledentitry has been proposed as an effective and efficient way to reach rural communities. The current … [Read more...] about Teledentistry and mHealth for Promotion and Prevention of Oral Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about the Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium. Quotes: “Help me out, Dad. What is the percentage of individuals who have moderate to severe gingivitis? And that number … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium”
TIPisode “The Jacks” with Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH to discuss "The Jacks". Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc, AADH is the founder Dr. Joy, RDH and the creator of the Dental Hygiene Student Planner. Episode Highlights Sickle … [Read more...] about TIPisode “The Jacks” with Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH
