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”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Papillon-Lefèvre”
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 Papillon-Lefèvre. Quotes: “Patients who present with Papillon-Lefèvre … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Papillon-Lefèvre”
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Behavior of Midwives Concerning Periodontal Health of Pregnant Patients – Science Sunday
Periodontal disease is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, including preterm birth, low birthweight, and pre-eclampsia. Guidance from practitioners that provide care during pregnancy and delivery should include knowledge of the association between periodontal health and adverse pregnancy … [Read more...] about Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Behavior of Midwives Concerning Periodontal Health of Pregnant Patients – Science Sunday
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation that we started last week in discussing periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease highlighting patients that present with Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Syndrome”
Periodontal Disease in Pregnancy: The Influence of General Factors and Inflammatory Mediators
Periodontal Disease in Pregnancy: The Influence of General Factors and Inflammatory Mediators Periodontal disease elicits a severe inflammatory reaction which contributes to the destruction of periodontal structures. There are multiple factors that play a role in periodontal disease … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease in Pregnancy: The Influence of General Factors and Inflammatory Mediators
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Trisomy 21”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation that we started last week in discussing periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Trisomy 21 also known as Downs … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Trisomy 21”
Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples – Science Sunday
Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples Most of the bacteria colonizing the oral cavity in the first months of life are from the genus Streptococci. The colonization of Streptococci mutans is thought to occur after tooth eruption begins. A study published in 2019 in the … [Read more...] about Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples – Science Sunday
