Supporting Implant Health
While myriad factors can threaten the success of implant therapy, implementing maintenance strategies may support positive outcomes.
Category: Periodontics
The Use Of Lasers in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
The efficacy of this technology as an adjunctive treatment for periodontitis and peri-implant diseases remains controversial.
Strategies to Maintain Complex Implant Restorations
By Shavonne R. Healy, RDH, BSDH and Kimberly A. Erdman, RDH, PHDHP, MSDH With the known associations between oral health and overall health, tooth loss can significantly…
Laser Basics
By Eric Linden, DMD, MSD The use of laser technology in dentistry has grown since it was first introduced in the 1960s. Lasers are used…
Periodontal Care for Older Adults
By Sivaraman Prakasam, BDS, MSD, PhD Older adults make up one of the fastest growing segments of the world’s population. When examining and treatment planning…