Periodontal disease affects the tissues that support and anchor the teeth. Left untreated, periodontal disease results in destruction of the gums, parts of the jawbone, and portions of the tooth root. In a healthy person, teeth are held in place by a...

Periodontal diseases are a group of diseases that affect the tissues that support and anchor the teeth. Left untreated, periodontal disease results in the destruction of the gums, alveolar bone (the part of the jaws where the teeth arise), and the...

Periodontal inflammation is the most common syndrome affecting small animals. In no other area of the body can the dedicated veterinarian and dental team make a life-long difference in patient health and longevity. Anatomy The termperiodontium describes tissues that surround and support...

USA: Chronic renal disease and periodontitis have a reciprocal effect on each other, according to a systematic review1. Dr Ronald Craig from the Department of Basic Sciences and Craniofacial Biology at New York University explored the interaction between end-stage renal disease (ESRD), renal replacement...

Tooth decay in young children's baby teeth is on the rise, a worrying trend that signals the preschool crowd is eating too much sugar, according to the largest government study of the nation's dental health in more than 25 years.The study also noted a drop...

Tooth decay in young children's baby teeth is on the rise, a worrying trend that signals the preschool crowd is eating too much sugar, according to the largest government study of the nation's dental health in more than 25 years.The study also noted a drop...