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Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

Articles

A team led by engineers has developed a more comprehensive way to detect gum disease.

Can dentists use squid ink to check for gum disease?

How the LANAP protocol aids in treating gum disease and reducing patients’ risk for developing other harmful diseases. 


A gentler way to treat gum disease using laser surgery

Researchers found that older women with a history of periodontal disease may be more at risk for site-specific cancers, including esophageal and gallbladder cancer. 

Study finds postmenopausal women with gum disease may have increased cancer risk

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that diabetes causes changes in the oral microbiome that lead to inflammation and risk of bone loss. 

Study shows why diabetics are more susceptible to periodontitis






One periodontist on the benefits of the new OmniOptic loupes from Orascoptic.The benefit of dental loupes is their ability to enhance fine details within the patient’s mouth while also working to improve the practitioner’s overall ergonomics. Unfortunately, high-powered magnification loupes are often too heavy and cumbersome for users with weight sensitivity on their bridge.  

I Use That: OmniOptic






A new study has discovered a link between the presence of a common periodontal pathogen and difficulty conceiving.

Is periodontitis causing infertility in young women?

Researchers at Columbia University have discovered a link between periodontal disease and habitual marijuana use.

Study finds cannabis increases risk of gum disease

The results of the study were presented at The International Liver Congress in Amsterdam. 


Study finds link between severe gum disease and higher mortality rate in cirrhosis patients

Kara Vavrosky, RDH is an Editorial Director at Modern Hygienist, a part of the Modern Dental Network. She is best known for running the popular Facebook page, Dental Hygiene with Kara RDH, and is the founder of DentalHygieneAnswers.com, a Q&A site for dental hygienists. Kara also serves on multiple advisory boards for dental-related companies and is a 2015-2016 ADHA Governance of Tomorrow Steering Committee member. You can learn more about Kara at KaraRDH.com.

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