periodontal disease

Bacteria That Cause Periodontitis Spread from Parents to Their Children

Adults with periodontitis transmit bacteria that can cause the disease in the future to...

Gum Bacteria Imbalance Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker

Older adults with more harmful than healthy bacteria in their gums are more likely...

Kids With Primary Immunodeficiencies Face Greater Risks of Periodontitis

Children with primary immunodeficiencies (PIDS) are nearly 10 times more likely to be diagnosed...

Biomaterial Generates Electricity to Combat Periodontitis

Researchers at the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry have developed a biomaterial that...

Periodontitis Increases Risk of Bacteria in Donated Blood

There is an increased risk of bacterial contamination in donated blood if the donor...

Periodontitis May Double Risk of High Blood Pressure

Adults with periodontitis may be significantly more likely to have higher blood pressure than...

Synthetic Peptide Resolves Gingivitis Inflammation in Three Weeks

A novel synthetic cyclic peptide known as AMY-101 reduces inflammation in gingivitis patients, according...

Early Wisdom Tooth Extraction Improves Periodontal Conditions

Certain variables related to gum disease improve five years after the early removal of...

Periodontitis Treatment Attacks Harmful Bacteria and Spares Helpful Bacteria

A new method for combating periodontitis could render the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics superfluous...

Digital Tool Proves Suitable for Periodontitis Screenings

The FDI Digital Disease Profile Assessment tool is a suitable resource for oral professionals...