Reconnecting Practicing Hygienists with the Nation's Leading Educators and Researchers.

Perio Update

Providing you with the latest information on periodontal therapy.

Subscribe to Our Perio Newsletter

Sign up to receive Perio Update, a twice-monthly e-newsletter created by Dimensions of Dental Hygiene to provide you with latest information on periodontal therapy. From implant surgery to guided tissue regeneration to scaling and root planing, Perio Update will share relevant and useful content to help you achieve better patient outcomes. Look for it in your inbox every other Wednesday.

Name

The Latest

Contributors

  • Nicole Fortune, RDH, MBA
  • Melissa A. Obrotka, BA, RDH, ICP
  • Timothy J. Hempton, DDS

Perio Articles

Rethinking Biofilm Removal Around Dental Implants

Subgingival air polishing with low-abrasive powders can complement mechanical instrumentation by disrupting challenging biofilm while supporting patient comfort and peri-implant tissue health.

Povidone-Iodine May Be Dentistry’s Most Overlooked Antimicrobial

Long used as a medical antiseptic, povidone-iodine is gaining attention for its potential in dental applications.

Implants Don’t Fail, We Fail Them

Implant breakdown is frequently the result of missed biological principles and inconsistent care.

Ultrasonic Instrumentation Strategies for Stage II and III Periodontitis

Effective ultrasonic instrumentation in stage II and III periodontitis requires a strategic blend of technique, anatomy awareness, and complementary manual scaling.

Additional Resources

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

American Academy of Periodontology

Western Society of Periodontology

Dental Implants Uncovered Study Group

- Advertisement -

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Accept Read More

SAVE BIG ON CE BEFORE 2026!

Coupon has expired
Get the Details

Promotional Period: 12/13/25 – 12/31/25
Get Special CE Savings!