Periodontology

Periodontology     15 April 2026

Topical administration of simvastatin recovers alveolar bone loss in rats

Simvastatin, a cholesterol-lowering drug, has been reported to show anabolic effects on bone metabolism. 

Periodontology     31 March 2026

Lasers in surgical periodontics and oral medicine

Although the discovery of lasers and research into their applicability for dental use began in the 1960s, it was not until 1985 that the first documented use of a laser in periodontal surgery was...

Periodontology     13 March 2026

Diagnostic measures for monitoring and follow‐up in periodontology and implant dentistry

This review discusses the role of diagnostic measures in the lifelong management of periodontal disease and peri-implant complications.

Periodontology     26 February 2026

Using periodontal staging and grading system as a prognostic factor for future tooth loss: a long‐term retrospective study

A new classification of periodontal diseases aimed to identify periodontal disease based on a multidimensional staging and grading system has been recently proposed. 

Periodontology     11 February 2026

Effect of blue covarine containing whitening toothpaste on the color of resin composites and teeth

Resin composites have become increasingly popular; however, one problem associated with their use is discoloration. Bleaching (whitening by chemical methods) is an accepted way to remove external and...

Periodontology     27 January 2026

The Forefront of Dentistry—Promising Tech-Innovations and New Treatments

Change in our world is happening quickly. For dentistry, this is no exception, and now is the time to foster new opportunities. 

Periodontology     18 December 2025

The new periodontal disease classification: Level of agreement on diagnoses and treatment planning at various dental education levels

Using the periodontal diseases classification published in 2018, this study evaluated the level of agreement among predoctoral and postgraduate students of different education levels and specialties...

Periodontology     15 December 2025

Optimizing periodontal care in patients with diabetes: the crucial role of communication across disciplines

In dental practice, the successful management of a patient with periodontitis and concurrent diabetes can be challenging. 

Periodontology     01 December 2025

Ceramic abutments--a new era in achieving optimal esthetics in implant dentistry.

In the visible dental region in particular, implant-prosthetic restorations filling single-tooth gaps make exacting demands on function and esthetics. 

Periodontology     14 November 2025

Oral hygiene awareness and practice amongst patients visiting the Department of Periodontology at a Dental College and Hospital in North India

This study was carried out to assess the oral hygiene awareness and practices amongst patients visiting the Department of Periodontology at Gian Sagar Dental College and Hospital, Ramnagar (Patiala).

Periodontology     30 October 2025

Structure, governance and delivery of specialist training programs in periodontology and implant dentistry

To update the competences and learning outcomes and their evaluation, educational methods and education quality assurance for the training of contemporary specialists in periodontology

Periodontology     10 October 2025

Innovative educational methods and technologies applicable to continuing professional development in periodontology

Continuous professional development (CPD) in Periodontology refers to the overall framework of opportunities that facilitate a life-long learning practice, driven by the learner-practitioner and...

Periodontology     25 September 2025

Haptics in periodontics

Throughout history, education has evolved, and new teaching/learning methods have been developed.

Periodontology     10 September 2025

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for diagnosis and treatment planning in periodontology: systematic review update

To update the findings of a systematic review from the year 2016 on the evidence for the accuracy and potential benefits of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in periodontal diagnostics.

Periodontology     27 August 2025

Interest in periodontology and preferences for treatment of localized gingival recessions: a survey among Swiss dentists

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the views, knowledge and preferences of a large sample of practising dentists in periodontics, focusing specifically on the treatment of gingival recessions,...

Periodontology     11 August 2025

Aggressive periodontitis: case definition and diagnostic criteria

Aggressive periodontitis is a destructive disease characterized by the following: the involvement of multiple teeth with a distinctive pattern of periodontal tissue loss; a high rate of disease...

Periodontology     18 July 2025

Polymerase chain reaction A molecular diagnostic tool in periodontology

This review discusses the principles of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and its application as a diagnostic tool in periodontology.

Periodontology     27 June 2025

Advances in bone augmentation to enable dental implant placement: Consensus Report of the Sixth European Workshop on Periodontology

Bone augmentation procedures to enable dental implant placement are frequently performed in practice.

Periodontology     12 June 2025

Efficacy of biologics for alveolar ridge preservation/reconstruction and implant site development: An American Academy of Periodontology best evidence systematic review

The use of biologics may be indicated for alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) and reconstruction (ARR), and implant site development (ISD).

Periodontology     28 May 2025

A case series associated with different kinds of endo-perio lesions

Pulpal and periodontal problems are responsible for more than half of the tooth mortality. There are some articles published in the literature about this issue.