On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series focusing on pain and pain management! On this episode Tom discusses algogenic substances, released when tissue is damaged, specifically the 2 types of prostaglandins. This series is sponsored by our friends … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 51 “Pain Management 3”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Glycogen Storage Disease”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Glycogen Storage Disease. Quotes: “In individuals who have glycogen storage disease, … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Glycogen Storage Disease”
Relationship Between Periodontal Disease and Male Infertility: A Case-Control Study – Science Sunday
According to the CDC, periodontal disease is more common among men than women with 56.4% being affected.1 A case-control study published in April 2021 in the journal Oral Disease aimed to “compare the prevalence of chronic periodontitis between men who had semen abnormalities and those who … [Read more...] about Relationship Between Periodontal Disease and Male Infertility: A Case-Control Study – Science Sunday
Severe Periodontal Disease Increases Acute Myocardial Infarction and Stroke: A 10-Year Retrospective Follow-up Study
Severe Periodontal Disease Increases Acute Myocardial Infarction and Stroke: A 10-Year Retrospective Follow-up Study Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. Cardiovascular disease and stroke top the list of leading causes of death globally. Both … [Read more...] about Severe Periodontal Disease Increases Acute Myocardial Infarction and Stroke: A 10-Year Retrospective Follow-up Study
Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews – Science Sunday
Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews According to a Global Burden of Disease study in 2015 periodontal disease is the 6th most prevalent disease worldwide with an overall prevalence of 11.2%. The cost of loss productivity in the U.S. from severe … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Histiocytosis Syndromes”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with histiocytosis syndromes. Quotes: “These are patients that if they … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Histiocytosis Syndromes”
Periodontal Disease and Emotional Disorders: A Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
Periodontal disease has been associated with brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Little is known regarding any association with periodontal disease and emotional brain disorders such as depression and anxiety. In a meta-analysis published in 2021 in the Journal of Clinical … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Emotional Disorders: A Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Chediak-Higashi Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Chediak-Higashi Syndrome. Quotes: “So these individuals who present … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Chediak-Higashi Syndrome”
