Periodontitis, a chronic inflammatory disease of the gums, affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide and is ...

Vitamin D status may be critical for postperiodontal surgery healing, according to a new study in the Journal of Dental Research (May 9, 2011). The study authors from the University of Michigan School ...

Laser periodontal therapy is an effective alternative to scalpel/suture surgery for treating gum disease, according to a new study in the International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry.

Periodontitis is a major inflammatory disease of the oral mucosa that progressively affects the integrity of the tissues supporting the teeth. It is associated epidemiologically with several chronic ...

Laser therapy reduces bleeding and post-operative pain compared to osseous surgery by cauterizing nerve endings and blood vessels. The procedure targets diseased tissue specifically, leaving healthy ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Before gum graft surgery, it's important to avoid smoking and stop taking blood-thinning medications.For the procedure, the periodontist will give you localized ...

Renton dental practice highlights growing demand for comfortable care, preventive services, and advanced periodontal ...

How often do you really need to visit the dentist? Here’s what oral health experts say. Research shows a strong link between ...