Periodontists
Though we have made great strides towards the understanding of periodontitis in general, the bitter truth is that we have not hit the target on the true nature of etiopathogenesis - Jasmeen Sohal
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Periodontists: Evolving but still saving teeth
"Recently, there has been speculation about a change in the mindset of periodontists – one that could have a major impact on patient care and treatment outcomes. Some have implied that today’s periodontists are forgoing traditional periodontal therapy that aims to preserve natural dentition in favor of extracting diseased teeth and replacing them with dental implants.
Most periodontists would agree that a paradigm shift is occurring, but not one that discourages traditional periodontal treatment. Instead, the specialty has turned its focus to the etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal disease and its impact on other systems of the body. As a result of this changing thought process…
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How will periodontics be practiced in 5‐10 years from now by generalists and specialists?
There is an increasing understanding of how systemic diseases impact the health of the periodontium, which will create more diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, particularly in diabetics and individuals who take medictions that impact oral health.
Next-Generation Periodontics
By middle age, 50% of the population will have some form of periodontal disease. In this edition of the Roundtable, our panel examines how clinicians can assist in the prevention of the disease and what treatment options are available for patients.
Periodontal health for a better life with Dr. Iain Chapple
There is an association between periodontitis, especially advanced states, and higher mortality rates as shown in various research studies.
The Feud between dentists and periodontists
For several years, a controversy has been brewing over treatment of the periodontal patient and appropriateness of referral to a periodontist. With various treatment options available today for the periodontal patient, the trend has been to defer referral and treat the patient conservatively in the general practice. However, the central question remains: What is best for the patient?
Where did all the periodontists go?
I would have to say that the biggest change of any dental specialty is in the periodontal field. There has been a real mindset change that deeply affects the profession. I am not commenting on whether this change is good or bad — I will leave that up to the reader to decide.
Why are lasers still a controversial addition to the dental armamentarium?
There is no doubt that lasers are ideal to treat periodontal disease, and to perform many procedures on soft and hard tissues with less bleeding, less discomfort, better results, and, in many cases, without local anesthetics. Based upon the available literature and clinical practice today, lasers definitely have a place in everyday dentistry. So, why the controversy?
Periodontists: Evolving but still saving teeth
Recently, there has been speculation about a change in the mindset of periodontists – one that could have a major impact on patient care and treatment outcomes. Some have implied that today’s periodontists are forgoing traditional periodontal therapy that aims to preserve natural dentition in favor of extracting diseased teeth and replacing them with dental implants.
PerioBasics
Everything you wanted to know about periodontics and implantology.
American Academy of Periodontology
The American Academy of Periodontology's commitment to our dental specialty and the public - To be the voice for periodontists as the collaborative partner to achieve optimal oral health.
American Board of Periodontology
The Mission of the American Board of Periodontology is to advance the art and science of periodontics and enhance the quality of periodontal care through the examination, certification, and periodic recertification of periodontists.
Australian and New Zealand Academy of Periodontists
ANZAP's mission is to promote the dental and general health of the community through the advancement of Periodontology in research, education and clinical practice; and to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards amongst member Periodontists.
British Society of Periodontology
The British Society of Periodontology was founded in 1949 to promote for the benefit of the public the art and science of dentistry, and in particular the art and science of periodontology… to advance all aspects of periodontology and promote improvements in the teaching...
Canadian Academy of Periodontology
Our mission is to serve the members of the Academy as the national voice of periodontists, to promote excellence in the practice of periodontics by setting the standards of care and guidelines for therapy, and to advance the periodontal health of the public.
International Academy of Periodontology
The International Academy of Periodontology was established in 1985 to improve knowledge and disseminate information about periodontics worldwide to those who have an interest in the prevention and treatment of diseases of the periodontium...
Journal of Clinical Periodontology
This Journal's aim is to convey scientific progress in periodontology to those concerned with application of this knowledge for the benefit of the dental health of the community. It addresses itself primarily to clinicians, general practitioners, periodontists, as well as to teachers and administrators involved in the organisation of prevention and treatment of periodontal disease.
PerioChip
PerioChip is an innovative, easy to insert biodegradable chip containing 2.5 mg of chlorhexidine gluconate – an ideal non-antibiotic adjunct treatment to reduce pocket depth in patients with adult periodontitis.
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