“You are running a chronic oral wound care center out of your operatories.”
– Dr. Tanya Dunlap
Overview
What if your patients understood gum disease the same way they understand blood pressure or cholesterol? In this episode, Dr. Tanya Dunlap shares the groundbreaking concept of the “Gum Score” and how a simple number can empower patients to take periodontal health seriously. From FDA-cleared Perio Protect trays to systemic health connections like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and dementia, this discussion reframes gum health as a cornerstone of total wellness.
What This Episode Reveals
• Why nearly half of U.S. adults over 30 already show bone loss
• How untreated gum infections fuel systemic disease
• Why flossing and brushing aren’t enough for biofilm control
• The story behind Perio Protect and its unique FDA-cleared tray system
What You’ll Learn
• How to explain gum health to patients with clarity and impact
• The “Gum Score” framework: a simple way to make periodontal health tangible
• How to position adjunctive care as essential, not optional
•The future of preventative care through environmental change, not antibiotics
If This Sounds Familiar
• Patients don’t take gum bleeding seriously
• Your team struggles to explain periodontal disease without overwhelming patients
• You’re looking for practical tools to improve case acceptance
Next Steps
Don’t miss Dr. Dunlap’s upcoming mastermind with the Clinical Calibration Institute on September 30th at 1 pm EST. Register at clinicalcalibration.com to join the conversation.
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Your Patients’ Hidden Gum Score (E.303)