Informative articles on periodontology, implant surgery and oral & dental health.
How do the hundreds of microbial species living in the mouth affect gum health? A general guide to the oral microbiome, balance and dysbiosis, the factors that shape this balance, and the current research picture on probiotics.
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Does vaping affect the gums? A general guide to how nicotine can mask gum bleeding, what is known about aerosol and flavorings in the oral environment, and the role of dry mouth.
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A general information guide covering how gum disease develops, common symptoms, risk factors, its two-way relationship with general health, non-surgical and surgical treatment approaches, and home care.
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A general guide to the current scientific framework on the relationship between gum disease and cardiovascular health, the mechanisms under investigation, and why informing your dentist matters if you have a heart condition.
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What are laser-assisted gum procedures and when may they be considered? General information on the adjunctive role of lasers in gum contouring, pigmentation and some soft tissue procedures.
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What can cause a permanent tooth to feel loose? Periodontal tissue loss, trauma, bite forces and bruxism, the examination process and treatment approaches in outline.
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General information on how the frequency of sugar intake, acidic drinks, vitamin C and a balanced diet relate to gum health.
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General information on the symptoms of a gum (periodontal) abscess, how it differs from a tooth-related (periapical) abscess and the treatment approach.
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General information on how hormonal changes during pregnancy affect the gum tissue, pregnancy gingivitis, pregnancy granuloma and oral care during pregnancy.
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General information about the two-way relationship between diabetes and gum health, how blood-sugar control affects the gums, oral care for people with diabetes and the importance of regular check-ups.
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General information on how smoking affects the gums and supporting tissues, how it can mask symptoms such as bleeding, its effect on healing and surgical procedures, and the possible benefit of quitting.
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General information on plaque and tartar as a common cause of bleeding gums, other contributing factors, when to see a dentist, and oral care.
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General information on how gum recession develops, its main causes, its signs, possible consequences, and the approach to prevention.
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What can signs such as bleeding gums, redness and recession mean? A general guide to the causes of gum disease, its progression and the periodontal treatment approach.
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What do digital planning and guided surgery mean in implant treatment? A general guide to three-dimensional imaging, virtual planning and surgical guides.
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A guide covering every stage of dental implant treatment: assessment and imaging, solutions for bone deficiency, the surgical process, the prosthetic period and long-term care.
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What do immediate implant placement after extraction and immediate loading mean, and under which conditions are they considered? A general guide.
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How is suitability for implant treatment assessed? A general guide to the role of overall health, bone volume, gum health, age, smoking and certain medications in planning.
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General information on the prosthetic stage that begins once implant surgery is over: the healing abutment, temporary prostheses and the final restoration.
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General information on what can arise in the early and late stages of implant treatment, and when removing an implant is considered.
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General information on when discomfort after implant surgery may be part of an ordinary healing course, and which findings should be reported to a clinician.
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General information on how a fixed prosthesis screwed onto implants is planned when all the teeth in one jaw are missing.
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General information on peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis: what they are, their signs, risk factors and how they are evaluated.
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General information on sinus lifting (sinus floor elevation), a procedure considered when bone height in the posterior upper jaw is insufficient before implants, its techniques and healing process.
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General information on why adequate jawbone matters for implants, how bone insufficiency is assessed with imaging, and an overview of grafting and sinus floor elevation.
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General information on how a missing tooth affects neighboring and opposing teeth, its possible effects on chewing and the jawbone, and treatment options such as implants.
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General information on the first days after a dental implant, oral hygiene during healing, peri-implant tissue health and long-term care.
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General information on the stages of dental implant treatment: assessment and planning, surgical placement, healing (osseointegration) and the prosthetic period.
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Pain that increases a few days after a tooth extraction may point to dry socket. General information on the role of the blood clot, the symptoms, factors that may affect the risk and the dentist's approach.
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General information on the first days after jaw cyst surgery, suture checks, discussing the pathology result with your clinician and the radiographic follow-up schedule.
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Jaw cysts can grow for a long time without causing symptoms and are often discovered by chance on routine X-rays. Why they stay silent and why follow-up matters.
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General information on preparing for impacted tooth extraction: sharing your medications and health history, practical preparation for the day and planning ahead for recovery.
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Not every impacted wisdom tooth needs to be removed. General information on when monitoring may be appropriate and which findings support the decision to extract.
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General information on the overall approach to treating jaw cysts, the surgical methods of enucleation and marsupialization, why the removed tissue is sent for pathology, and the healing process.
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General information about the first 24 hours after a tooth extraction, protecting the blood clot, dry socket, nutrition, oral hygiene and suture control.
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General information on what jaw cysts are, their common types, how they often develop without symptoms, and how they are noticed on radiographs.
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General information on why a wisdom tooth may remain impacted, when extraction comes into consideration, and the points worth keeping in mind after surgical removal.
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What is examined on the gum side when crowns, veneers or whitening are being considered, and which steps are carried out here rather than referred.
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General information on crown lengthening: what the procedure involves, its aesthetic and functional indications, and the outline of the process and healing.
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General information about what a gummy smile is, its possible causes, how it is evaluated, and a periodontal-health-based approach.
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General information on what the "pink esthetics" formed by the gums means in smile design, the factors that affect the appearance of the gums, and the periodontal assessment approach.
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Do GLP-1 medications affect oral health? A general guide to the possible indirect links between dry mouth, nausea and reflux complaints, dietary change and gum health, and what to share with your dentist.
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What do panoramic X-rays and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) show, and in which situations are they considered? General information on their scope, differences and radiation dose.
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What is a canker sore, which triggers is it linked to, and how does it differ from a cold sore? General information on mouth ulcers and how they heal.
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Bruxism can show itself through morning jaw fatigue, tooth sensitivity and wear: a general guide to its possible factors, its effects on teeth and implants, and the night guard.
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The role of saliva in oral health, the causes of dry mouth, its possible effects on teeth and gums, and general measures that can be taken in daily life.
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Where mouthwash fits in gum inflammation, when salt water and antiseptic solutions come up, and where home measures reach their limit.
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General information on what at-home tartar removal devices reach on the visible surface, what stays below the gum line and how clinical scaling differs.
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General information on tooth (dentin) sensitivity: short-lasting pain triggered by hot, cold or sweet stimuli, its possible causes and the general approach.
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General information on cleaning the areas a toothbrush cannot reach, correct flossing technique, common mistakes, and the use of interdental brushes and water flossers.
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General information about correct brushing technique, the use of dental floss and interdental brushes, common mistakes, and how professional cleaning complements home care.
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General information about the intraoral and non-oral causes of bad breath, the professional evaluation and cleaning process, and daily oral-care recommendations.
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General information on how tartar forms, its effect on gum health, how often scaling may be performed, and aftercare.
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