Clinical Update

Stress and Periodontal Disease

A literature review published in the August 2007 issue of the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) saw a strong relationship between stress and periodontal.

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CPR Shifts Emphasis to Chest Compressions

Sudden cardiac death is the second leading cause of death in the United States, manifested in more than 325,000 cases each year. In.

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Melatonin: Could It Help Fight Periodontal Disease?

A literature review published in the June 2007 issue of the Journal of Periodontology indicates that there might be a relationship between melatonin,.

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Fluid Secretion in a Salivary Gland

Dr. Irwin Mandel, the now-retired pioneer of salivary research, once referred to the salivary gland as “the original slow-release device,” humorously comparing it.

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Whole Grains and Periodontal Disease

Can eating whole grains reduce your risk for periodontal disease? It’s possible. Results of a 14-year study of more than 34,000 professional men.

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Lasers and Root Canal Bacteria

High-tech dental lasers used mainly to prepare cavities for restoration now can help eliminate bacteria in root canals, according to research published in.

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Saliva and Diagnosis of Disease

More than 20 years ago, saliva was used to detect the presence of Streptococcus mutans as a mechanism to assess risk and provide.

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Root Canal Irrigants Compared

A study by Siqueira, et al compared the effectiveness of 2 root canal irrigants—2.5% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCL) and 0.12% chlorhexidine digluconate—in reduction of.

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Have You Checked Your Waterlines Recently?

Waterlines and water delivery systems in your dental units can quickly become contaminated with bacteria and other microorganisms thriving on the tubing, in.

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Melatonin and Periodontal Diseases

Melatonin could be the latest supplement to join the fight against periodontal diseases. According to a literature review in the Journal of Periodontology.

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