On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues his conversation about diabetes, today highlighting the complex interplay between diabetes and periodontal disease! Big Thank You to our amazing sponsor for this series, Elevate Oral Care! Elevate Oral Care creates … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 9 “Diabetes 2”
Science Sunday: Sealing Carious Tissue Using Resin and Glass Ionomer Cements
There is an abundance of evidence that indicates sealants are effective in the prevention and progression of non-cavitated carious lesions. The authors of a study published in 2018 pondered the possibility that sealing cavitated lesions without carious tissue removal could be an option in minimizing … [Read more...] about Science Sunday: Sealing Carious Tissue Using Resin and Glass Ionomer Cements
Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Previous studies have shown the oral microbiome stays stable unless it is disturbed by medication, disease, low pH, or significant changes in diet. Dysbiosis of the oral microbiome by colonization of aciduric and acidophilic bacteria is associated with dental caries. In a clinical study published in … [Read more...] about Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
TIPisode Xylitol: Weapon Against Acid Producing Bacteria
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Steve Pardue from Elevate Oral Care to talk about xylitol, a tool to fight against acid producing bacteria! Episode Highlights Demineralization and Remineralization Xylitol Quantity of Xylitol Quotes “Everyday when … [Read more...] about TIPisode Xylitol: Weapon Against Acid Producing Bacteria
Beyond Streptococcus mutans: Clinical Implications of the Evolving Dental Caries Etiology Paradigms and its Associated Microbiome – Science Sunday
Untreated caries in permanent teeth is the most prevalent human disease worldwide, according to the 2015 Global Burden of Disease report. Dental caries is now understood to be multifactorial, with no single causation pathway. In an article published in 2018 in the British Dental Journal Philip et al … [Read more...] about Beyond Streptococcus mutans: Clinical Implications of the Evolving Dental Caries Etiology Paradigms and its Associated Microbiome – Science Sunday
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
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Premedication Changes”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH takes a look at prophylactic antibiotics for the reduction of potential infective endocarditis. Quotes: “As we've continued to see research unpacking some of the risks associated with … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Premedication Changes”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prosthetic Joint Infections & Antibiotics”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about Prosthetic Joint Infections & Antibiotics. Highlighting a Mayo Clinic study that provides information about premedication guidelines relating to our … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prosthetic Joint Infections & Antibiotics”
