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02/26/2021

The phrase I hear most often from patients is, “Nothing hurts“.  Periodontal Disease doesn’t always give you a signal to see your dentist. Meanwhile, it is wrecking havoc on your body’s systems.

This study adds another to the list. 

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jcpe.13414 #

Aims Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are also susceptible to periodontitis. The causal link between periodontitis and CKD may be mediated via systemic inflammation/oxidative stress. Using...

02/26/2021

The most common phrase I hear from patients is, “Nothing hurts”. Most often Periodontal Disease doesn’t hurt. There is no signal sending you to see your dentist. Meanwhile, it is wrecking havoc on body and overall health.

This article adds another to the list.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jcpe.13414 #

Aims Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are also susceptible to periodontitis. The causal link between periodontitis and CKD may be mediated via systemic inflammation/oxidative stress. Using...

10/15/2020

Good news in Dentistry.

While this is a US study, it may be generalizable.

Estimating COVID-19 prevalence and infection control practices among US dentists

COVID-19 prevalence and testing positivity rates were low among practicing US dentists.

This indicates that the current infection control recommendations may be sufficient to prevent infection in dental settings.

Practical Implications. Dentists have enhanced their infection control practices in response to COVID-19 and may benefit from greater availability of personal protective equipment. ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04423770

https://www.ada.org/~/media/ADA/Publications/ADA%20News/Files/ADAJ_1930.pdf

08/27/2020

While practicing dental hygiene in center city Philadelphia I noticed a potential trend of new PPE guidelines😷and how it may be compromising oral health. I decided to write about it and if you work in any aspect of healthcare I’d love to know your thoughts!

Lisa Reynolds, BA, RDH, takes a glimpse into the health of hospital and dental workers after months of new PPE guidelines.

07/16/2020

Research based info about aerosols and covid-19 😷

Interview with Dr. Jon LaPook, chief medical correspondent for CBS News June 1st, 2020. CBS Evening News segment about the role of aerosols in the spread of ...

05/26/2020

Going back to work ? Our pets 🐶 🐱 may not like it but we are slowly returning. Are you ready?

Fears and concerns over confusing recommendations have created a divided dental community. Last week I attended an office meeting where the dentist went over all the new safety measures and office protocols. His transparency along with his openness to questions and concerns from staff allowed for calm conversations and a united team that feels safe and ready to work again.

The “us vs them” mentality divides and never gets us far, this applies to our teams and our patients. When it is “us vs the problem” we feel supported and move forward together.

05/21/2020

Now more than ever office systems need to be in place to ensure happy staff and office growth. Let’s get started!