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Understanding the Link Between Gum Disease and Mental Health
 has increasingly highlighted the complex relationship between oral health and mental well-being. Studies show that individuals with serious mental illnesses such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia face significantly higher risks of developing gum disease and experiencing tooth...  Read More
Exploring Rapamycin’s Role in Periodontal Health: A New Frontier in Anti-Aging Dentistry
Recent advancements in molecular biology and geroscience have begun to shape the future of dental medicine. One compound gaining interest in both longevity research and periodontal care is  and tissue degeneration are prevalent.  is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the supporting...  Read More
Categories: Periodontics
Can Low-Level Laser Therapy Ease Burning Mouth Syndrome?
 (LLLT)—also known as photobiomodulation—as a potential noninvasive solution. What Does the Research Say? A 2024 study from  explored LLLT's effects over 10 weeks in 30 BMS patients. Researchers noted a significant drop in pain scores—from an average of 7.8 down to 2.1—immediately after treatments,...  Read More
Immunotherapy for Gum Disease: A Promising New Frontier
, soft tissue damage, and bone loss, gum disease has traditionally been managed with mechanical cleaning, antibiotics, and surgery. While these methods are effective for many, a new and exciting area of research is emerging: immunotherapy. Immunotherapy in Periodontal Care: A Beacon of Hope...  Read More
Categories: Hygiene, Periodontics
Advancements in Regenerative Dentistry: The Future of Healing in Clinical Practice
With expert insights from Dr. Marielaina Perrone, DDS The field of regenerative dentistry is rapidly evolving, offering exciting possibilities for enhanced healing, reduced invasiveness, and long-term preservation of oral structures. From platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) to , these biological tools are...  Read More
Exploring the Role of AI in Periodontal Disease Diagnosis
As digital innovation continues to influence healthcare, dentistry is experiencing its own transformation—particularly in detecting and managing periodontal disease. One of the most promising developments is the application of . While this technology is still in the early stages of clinical...  Read More
The Link Between Oral Health and Heart Attack Recovery
As dental professionals, our role in supporting oral well-being and potentially even cardiovascular recovery is increasingly vital. We often advocate for the  of maintaining strong oral hygiene, and emerging research continues to affirm the importance of our work. Recent clinical studies have...  Read More
Flossing and Systemic Health: Can It Help Lower Stroke and AFib Risk?
As dental professionals, we’ve long advocated for daily flossing to reduce the risk of gingivitis, periodontal disease, and tooth loss. However, recent discussions in both clinical and public health circles have begun to explore a deeper question: Could this basic oral hygiene practice also...  Read More
The Changing Female Body: What Dentists Should Know About Hormones and Oral Health
As healthcare providers, dentists are often among the first to notice subtle changes in a patient’s health—and for women, those changes frequently reflect the body's natural hormonal evolution. From adolescence through menopause, female patients experience fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone...  Read More
“Ozempic Teeth”: Exploring the Oral Health Impact of GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications
In the rapidly evolving field of medicine and dentistry, a new concern has emerged that is causing a stir in professional circles and social media platforms alike. Referred to as “,” This term is gaining traction as it is associated with a range of dental issues that patients are reporting,...  Read More
Why Periodontal Disease Treatment Should Be Part of Every Chronic Disease Treatment Plan
For decades, dentistry and medicine have existed in separate compartments, but growing evidence makes one thing clear: . At the center of this evolving conversation is inflammation—a shared driver of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and Alzheimer’s. ,...  Read More
Categories: Hygiene, Periodontics
Managing Diabetes: Clinical Protocols for Safer Periodontal and Surgical Care
As the prevalence of  continues to rise, dental practitioners are increasingly encountering patients with poor glycemic control, delayed wound healing, and heightened periodontal risk. Diabetes—both type 1 and type 2—is more than a medical history checkbox; it is a systemic condition that directly...  Read More
The Gut-Oral Axis: How Microbiome Health Links Periodontal Disease to Systemic Inflammation
In recent years, the microbiome has emerged as a key player in human health—impacting immunity, inflammation, and even chronic disease progression. While much attention has been given to the gut microbiome, research now highlights a critical two-way relationship between the oral microbiome and  is...  Read More
Red Light Therapy and Bisphosphonate Patients: Can Photobiomodulation Support Safer Oral Surgery Outcomes?
Integrating photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT), also known as red light therapy, into dental practices is gaining momentum as clinicians seek non-invasive ways to enhance tissue healing, reduce inflammation, and improve surgical outcomes. This innovation may be particularly useful in a high-risk...  Read More
Managing Patients on Osteoporosis Medications: A Clinical Guide for Safe Oral Surgery
The aging population continues to grow, leading to an increased use of medications that influence bone metabolism. Among these, , and extractions. As dental clinicians, we must take a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to managing patients on these therapies. This article provides a clinical...  Read More
The Overlooked Connection: Oral Health's Role in Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
The mouth, often referred to as the "gateway to the body," is a significant yet often overlooked link to systemic health. The latest research underscores the profound connection between oral health, particularly . As dental professionals, we are uniquely positioned to understand and address this...  Read More
Dental Wellness and Whole-Body Health: Why the Oral Cavity Is the Gateway to Longevity
As dental professionals, we’ve long understood that oral health is not just a part of overall wellness, but a fundamental aspect of it. Recent research and clinical outcomes have only served to reinforce this understanding: the mouth is not a separate entity from the body, but a reflection of it....  Read More
Dental Implants in the Modern Practice: Precision, Perception, and the Patient Experience
Over the past two decades,  have evolved from a specialty service into a cornerstone of comprehensive care in restorative dentistry. With success rates exceeding 95%, they’re widely regarded as the gold standard for tooth replacement. But as the science has matured, so have patient expectations,...  Read More
Dental Emergency Tips
If you think you are experiencing a dental emergency, it is important to stay calm and be prepared. An , like Marielaina Perrone DDS, can quickly help you and relieve the pain and discomfort you are experiencing. Dental emergencies are almost never convenient.  In most dental emergencies, pain is...  Read More
Gum Contouring To Remake Your Smile
Some people are born with uneven gum tissue, which creates a smile that looks too small. Being self-conscious about your smile will damage both self-esteem and self-confidence. One of the popular methods to enhance your smile is gum contouring (also called gingivoplasty). ? Gum contouring is an...  Read More
Dieting? Don't Forget Your Smile
We often go on and off diets throughout the year but did you know dieting can have harmful effects on our dental health? Research is mounting about a direct connection between our general health and our dental health. Below you will find useful tips to follow when dieting to maintain your . Direct...  Read More
The Ideal Answer To Removable Dentures
A . Dental implants are a dental procedure that provides both cosmetic and functional benefits. The  procedure was developed to eliminate the struggle and discomfort of dentures. The system consists of 4 strategically placed dental implants to anchor a complete denture on top. Most Common Issues...  Read More
Cosmetic Dentistry = Fountain Of Youth
Cosmetic surgery is a very popular specialty of medicine that has been growing steadily for decades. Youth is associated with vitality and beauty. For many of us, aging is not an easy thing to do and we seek out help to keep us  and more vibrant. When seeking out cosmetic surgery, many often...  Read More
Dental Implants Maintenance Tips
 have allowed for a great additional option which does not cut down existing teeth, and is strong and unmovable. Unfortunately, many of us forget that dental implants need to be cared for and maintained just like  natural teeth. What Are Dental Implants?  can replace a single tooth, support  a...  Read More
Dental Changes Due To Menopause
Menopause can be a time of tremendous anxiety for many women. As their bodies change and hormone levels rise and fall during , there can be some unforeseen consequences. Many women only notice the outward changes that occur to their bodies but fail to look internally especially the changes that can...  Read More
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