This summary is based on information found in Diabetes Mellitus and Oral Health: An Interprofessional Approach, First Edition (Wiley Publishing, 2014) Dental management of patients with diabetes can be challenging. Working closely with the physician and understanding the patient’s daily diabetes management regimen leads to developing appropriate pathways of care and minimizes risk for in-office emergencies. Results […]
This summary is based on information found in Disinfection of Root Canal Systems: The Treatment of Apical Periodontitis (Wiley Publishing, 2014) Six biological factors that lead to asymptomatic radiolucencies persisting after root canal treatment: Intraradicular infection persisting in the complex apical root canal system; Extraradicular infection, generally in the form of apical actinomycosis; Extruded root canal filling or other exogenous […]
This summary is based on information found in Dental Implant Complications: Etiology, Prevention, and Treatment, 2 (Wiley Publishing, 2015) Key messages Patient selection is the critical factor for implant success and survival in any medically complex situation. When medical conditions are managed wisely, most patients have improved overall health with fixed replacements as opposed to removable appliances. Exceptional care must […]
This summary is based on information found in Dental Implant Complications: Etiology, Prevention, and Treatment, 2nd Edition (Wiley Publishing, 2015) The introduction of endosseous dental implants as an option for restoring partially and fully edentulous patients has revolutionized dental treatment. High survival rates reported for single and multiple missing tooth replacements have validated the use of implant-supported restorations as a predictable […]
This summary is based on information found in Comprehensive Preventive Dentistry (Wiley Publishing, 2013) Dental diseases in which diet plays an etiological role include enamel developmental defects, dental caries, tooth wear, and periodontal disease. The main cause of tooth loss is dental caries, and in adults the main cause of tooth loss is periodontal disease. There is strong evidence from […]
This summary is based on information found in Comprehensive Preventive Dentistry (Wiley Publishing, 2013) “Evidence-based health care takes place when decisions that affect the care of patients are taken with due weight accorded to all valid, relevant information” (Hicks 2011). To understand the concepts of evidence-based dentistry, it is important to understand the basis of epidemiology, the nature of a […]
Are you considering a career as a periodontist or as a researcher in the area of periodontology? If so, the new graduate periodontology program being offered at the University of Alberta might just be right for you. If you hope to begin graduate studies in 2017, you will have to get your application in before […]
This summary is based on information found in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Dental Phobia and Anxiety (Wiley Publishing, 2013) Psychological and Interpersonal Aspects of Dental Treatment Taking different aspects of dental treatment into consideration, there is reason to believe that dental treatment triggers instinctive survival mechanisms. The threatening body position and potential obstruction of free air space during […]