Effective biofilm removal is integral to the long-term success of implant therapy. Ultrasonic instrumentation can help clinicians maximize scaling and root planing results as part of a comprehensive periodontal maintenance regimen.…

Implant maintenance is key to preventing inflammatory disease that may jeopardize implant health. With no proven strategies to combat peri-implantitis, prevention is integral to the long-term success of implant therapy. Peri-implant…

Both screw- and cement-retained prostheses are acceptable treatment options for single and multiple fixed implant restorations. However, there is debate over which is the better option in the long term. A cement-retained prosthesis has…

While implant therapy offers a high rate of success, it is not without potential pitfalls. This Perio Update will review the key points to hit while in the treatment planning phase to ensure the success of implant therapy. Oral…

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) offers three-dimensional (3D) imaging with broad indications for periodontal diagnosis and treatment, as well as all phases of dental implant planning,…

Until recently, the relationship between genetic disorders and periodontal diseases was unclear. As our understanding of the underlying mechanisms and systemic pathophysiology of numerous genetic disorders broadens, new research has…

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE While implant therapy is well-known for its safety and efficacy, not all implants flourish. Whatever the cause, peri-implantitis is a serious threat to implant health and clinicians must be…

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE Implant therapy is often the treatment of choice when it comes to addressing tooth loss. And for the most part, it is quite successful. However, as dental hygienists are well aware, some…

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PERIO UPDATE NEWSLETTER HERE As dental hygienists are well aware, successful treatment of periodontal diseases is influenced by many factors. Ensuring the appropriate recare interval is one of the keys to the long-term…

The popularity of implant therapy has grown exponentially, and it is now the go-to treatment for tooth loss.