Periodontics

Pregnancy and periodontal health: Evidence-based care for better outcomes
By Sue Scherer, MEd, RDH
About 3 in 4 pregnant women develop gingivitis, highlighting the need for proper oral hygiene and professional care, writes Sue Scherer, RDH.
December 15, 2025
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Oral inflammation may point to greater risk of cognitive decline
By Ava Barros
Oral inflammation may be linked to a higher risk of cognitive decline, with chronic inflammation acting as a potential shared pathway for the condition.
November 19, 2025
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Gum disease may be linked to migraines
By Ava Barros
Patients with periodontitis may have an 80% greater risk of experiencing migraines than those with healthy gums.
November 5, 2025
Woman Migraine Pattarisara
Patients may be depressed, but it may be great for their gums
By Melissa Busch
Taking antidepressants may reduce the risk of developing gum disease, especially the most severe forms of gum inflammation.
November 5, 2025
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Gum disease may leave you itching
By Melissa Busch
Patients with gum disease may face double the risk of developing atopic dermatitis, the chronic skin condition often referred to as eczema that causes red, itchy skin.
November 4, 2025
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Researchers work to improve mouth grafts
By Ava Barros
Researchers hope to grow oral tissue using reprogrammed stem cells, creating living grafts with blood vessels that closely mimic natural tissue.
October 21, 2025
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Gum health, gestational diabetes may be linked
By Ava Barros
Women with gestational diabetes mellitus may have worse periodontal health, indicating a possible link between gum inflammation and the condition.
October 20, 2025
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SSRIs may affect gum regeneration
By Ava Barros
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may slow gum regeneration, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
September 26, 2025
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October Summit to focus on periodontal protocols
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Amber Auger, MPH, RDH, will host “Thrive Chairside: Science-Based Periodontal Protocols” October 2-3 in Boston.
September 24, 2025
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Mediterranean diet may curb gum disease
By Ava Barros
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may lead to better gum health, and patients who consistently follow the diet have lower levels of certain inflammatory markers.
September 24, 2025
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Hyaluronic acid may benefit patients with gum disease
By Ava Barros
A recent review in Periodontology 2000 suggests that hyaluronic acid -- an ingredient in skincare products -- may aid gum healing and regeneration, enhancing outcomes when paired with nonsurgical or surgical periodontal treatments.
September 4, 2025
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Gum disease may be linked to prostate changes like cancer
By Ava Barros
Research recently published in The Prostate suggests men with gum disease may have an increased risk of developing prostate conditions, including enlarged prostate, prostate cancer, and chronic prostatitis.
August 29, 2025
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