In a Special Issue (April 2013), the Journal of Clinical Periodontology presented a series of articles that explored the association between periodontitis and some systemic diseases. The following is a summary of the introductory article: Infections and inflammatory mechanisms Context The article examines the potential mechanisms that may play a role in the associations between periodontitis and […]
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of Periodontal Research: The association between periodontitis and obstructive sleep apnea: a preliminary study (August 2013) Context Periodontitis is becoming a highly prevalent disease worldwide. Obstructive sleep apnea is a common disorder that is characterized by repeated disruptions in breathing during sleep, and mouth breathing is a […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: Why are furcation areas important and how can they be treated? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response: The primary etiologic factor in periodontal disease is plaque. The outcome of periodontal therapy is in general good and predictable, if the […]
This question was submitted to us by a general dentist: What is the significance of bleeding on probing? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response: The classical signs of gingival inflammation associated with gingivitis are: Bleeding from the gingival sulcus upon gentle probing, Increased gingival fluid flow rate, […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What is the significance of periodontal-probing depth measurement? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response: Probing depth measurement is an essential part of any complete periodontal examination. Probing-depth measurement provides the clinician with an accurate estimate of the size of […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What are the main components of a comprehensive periodontal examination? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response: The primary objective of periodontics is to help patients maintain the form, function, and esthetics of their teeth for as long as possible. […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What are the clinical differences between gingivitis and periodontitis? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response: Chronic marginal gingivitis is clinically characterized by gingival redness, edema, bleeding, changes in contour, loss of tissue adaptation to the teeth, and increased flow of […]
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of Oral Science: Acute apical periodontitis and vertical root fracture of the same tooth: a case report Full-text article (PDF) Case Report The patient was a 75-year-old man who presented for consultation in December 2006. He was referred by his practitioner because of difficulty in chewing and an associated […]