Systemic Antibiotics for Periodontal Diseases
Periodontal disease can be caused by a number of factors including plaque and bacteria, genetics and smoking. Before even considering antibiotics to treat forms...
Pathogenesis and pathophysiology of periodontal diseases
Periodontitis and gingivitis are inflammatory diseases of bacterial origin. However, pathogenic bacteria alone are not sufficient for their onset and progression. The way the...
Endo-Perio Lesions
Terminology is always a difficult thing in dentistry, and endo-perio lesions can lead to some confusion. This post will look at the basics of...
Peri-implant diseases: Mucositis and Peri-implantitis
Peri-implant diseases, which include mucositis and peri-implantitis, are common conditions affecting the tissues surrounding the implant. It is a complication that can occur following...
