Periodontitis
External links
The following external links have been reviewed and categorized as either "Background information" (may or may not influence clinical decisions), "Read before treatment" (if read before treatment, may influence clinical decisions), or "New development" (may or may not influence clinical decisions because the subject matter may not yet be widely available or widely used).
Background (33) | Read before treatment (31) | New developments (7)
- A review of the current literature on the management of halitosis
ven den Broek, AMWT, et al.
Oral Diseases
2008 14 (1): 30-39
Read before treatment
- Mythbusters and Wisdom Teeth
Dodson, Thomas B., DMD, MPH
The American Journal of Public Health
2008 98 (4): 581-582
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- Periodontal disease, tooth loss, and cancer risk in male health professionals: a prospective cohort study
Michaud, Dominique S., ScD, et al.
Lancet Oncology
2008 9: 550-558
New development
- A Prospective Study of Periodontal Disease and Pancreatic Cancer in US Male Health Professionals
Michaud, Dominique, S., et al.
Journal of the National Cancer Institute
2007 99 (2): 171-175
New development
- Anaerobic dental flora and the acute coronary syndrome
Rubenfire, Melvyn A., et al.
Coronary Artery Disease
2007 18 (2): 111-116
Background information
- Effects of EDTA Gel Preconditioning of Periodontally Affected Human Root Surfaces on Chlorhexidine Substantivity—an SEM study
Ahmed Y. Gamal and Jason M. Mailhot
Journal of Periodontology
2007 78 (9): 1759-1766
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- Histologic Evaluation of an Nd:YAG Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure in Humans
Yukna, Raymond A. DMD, et al.
The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
2007 27 (6): 577-587
New development
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Low Birth Weight, and Preterm Birth: Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes and Their Association With Maternal Periodontitis
Fernanda Mafra Siqueira, et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2007 78 (12): 2266-2276
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- Prognosis Revisited: A System for Assigning Periodontal Prognosis
Kwok, Vivien and Caton, Jack G.
Journal of Periodontology
2007 78 (11): 2063-2071
Background information
- Research Forum Oral Session Abstracts
Various
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
2007
Editor's notes: Contains a listing of contributors, credentials, training institutions, abstract content (including background, methods, results, and conclusions) and abstract titles.
Background information
- The detection of eight putative periodontal pathogens in adult and rapidly progressive periodontitis patients: An institutional study
Joshi, Vinayak, M. and Vandana, K.L.
Indian Journal of Dental Research
2007 18 (1): 6-10
Background information
- The Effect of Androgen Deprivation Therapy on Periodontal Disease in Men With Prostate Cancer
Famili, Pouran, et al.
The Journal of Urology
2007 177 (3): 921-924
New development
- Treatment of Periodontitis and Endothelial Function
Tonetti, Maurizio S., et al.
The New England Journal of Medicine
2007 356 (9): 911-920
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- Full-mouth Tooth Extraction Lowers Systemic Inflammatory and Thrombotic Markers of Cardiovascular Risk
Taylor, B.A., et al.
Journal of Dental Research
2006 85 (1): 74-78
Editor's notes: More evidence that cardiovascular risks associated with chronic periodontal disease end when the periodontal disease ends. This article does not advocate edentulating patients.
Background information
- Identification of oral bacteria associated with crevicular epithelial cells from chronic periodontitis lesions
Colombo, Andrea Vieira, et al.
Journal of Medical Microbiology
2006 55: 609-615
Background information
- Periodontal Health and the Heart
Stephenson, Joan PhD
Journal of the American Medical Association
2006 295 (15)
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- Periodontal infections and cardiovascular disease: The heart of the matter
Demmer, Ryan T., PhD and Desvarieux, Moise, MD, PhD
The Journal of the American Dental Association
2006 137: 14S-20S
Notes: Supplement to the Journal
Background information
- Periodontal Infections and Coronary Heart Disease
Spahr, A., DDS, et al.
Archives of Internal Medicine
2006 166: 554-559
Background information
- Protective effects of grapeseed proanthocyanidins against oxidative stress induced by lipopolysaccharides of periodontopathogens
Houde, V., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2006 77 (8): 1371-1379
New development
- The Effect of EDTA in Attachment Gain and Root Coverage (PDF, 115K)
Kassab, Moawia M., DDS, MS, et al.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry
2006 27 (6): 353-361
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- Treatment of Periodontal Disease and the Risk of Preterm Birth
Michalowicz, Bryan S. DDS, et al.
The New England Journal of Medicine
2006 355 (18): 1885-1894
Background information
- Periodontal Therapy Reduces the Rate of Preterm Low Birth Weight in Women With Pregnancy-Associated Gingivitis
Lopez, Nestor J., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2005 76 (11): 2144-2153
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- Purpose and problems of periodontal disease classification
van der Velden, Ubele
Periodontology 2000
2005 39 (1): 13-21
Background information
- Researchers Find Nine Risk Indicators for Tooth Loss
No author specified
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
2005 11
Editor's notes: Among the risks cited for tooth loss, 39% of patients in the study said they had never had a dental prophylaxis or periodontal maintenance visit.
Read before treatment
- Subantimicrobial dose doxycycline (SDD) improves probing parameters associated with periodontitis
Paquette, David DMD, MPH, DMSc
The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
2005 5 (3): 151-153
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- Position Paper: Systemic Antibiotics in Periodontics (PDF, 148K)
Slots, Jorgen, Dr., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2004 75 (11): 1553-1565
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- Subantimicrobial Dose Doxycycline Enhances the Efficacy of Scaling and Root Planing in Chronic Periodontitis: A Multicenter Trial
Preshaw, Philip M. Dr., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2004 75 (8): 1068-1076
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- Translating findings of systematic reviews into consensus statements on periodontal therapy
The Journal of the American Dental Association
2004 135 (8): 1099-1107
Notes: Submitted by the American Academy of Periodontology
Read before treatment
- Associations Between Periodontal Disease and Risk for Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular Disease, and Stroke. A Systematic Review.
Scannapieco, Frank A., et al.
Annals of Periodontology
2003 8 (1): 38-53
Background information
- Position Paper—Diagnosis of Periodontal Diseases (PDF, 172K)
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
2003
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- Position Paper: Periodontal Maintenance (PDF, 101K)
Cohen, Robert E. Dr., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2003 74 (9): 1395-1401
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- The etiology and prevalence of gingival recession
Kassab, Moawia M., DDS, MS, et al.
The Journal of the American Dental Association
2003 134 (2): 220-225
Background information
- Comparison of C-Reactive Protein and Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Levels in the Prediction of First Cardiovascular Events
Ridker, Paul M. MD, et al.
The New England Journal of Medicine
2002 347 (20): 1557-1565
Background information
- Periodontic and orthodontic treatment in adults
Ong, Marianne M.A., BDS, MS and Wang, Hom-Lay, DDS, MSD
American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
2002 122 (4): 420-428
Background information
- Periodontal Infections Contribute to Elevated Systemic C-Reactive Protein Level
Noack, Barbara, et al.
Journal of Periodontology
2001 72 (9): 1221-1227
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- Predictable peri-implant gingival aesthetics: surgical and prosthodontic rationales
Kois, J.C., and Kan, J.Y.
Practical Procedures in Esthetic Dentistry
2001 13 (9): 691-698
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- Predictable single-tooth peri-implant esthetics: five diagnostic keys
Kois, J.C.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry
2001 22 (3): 199-206
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- Acute-phase inflammatory response to periodontal disease in the US population
Slade, G.D., et al.
Journal of Dental Research
2000 79: 49-57
Background information
- Biofilm: A New View of Plaque
Overman, Pamela R., RDH, MS
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
2000 1 (3): 18-29
Background information
- Identification of periodontal pathogens in atheromatous plaques.
Haraszthy, V.I., et.al.
Journal of Periodontology
2000 71 (10): 1554-1560
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- Parameters of Care (PDF, 312K)
American Academy of Periodontology publication
Journal of Periodontology
2000 71 (5)
Notes: Special supplement
Editor's notes: Provides guidance for dental professionals on the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal diseases, from the Academy of Periodontology.
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- Role of bacterial proteinases in matrix destruction and modulation of host responses
Potempa, Jan, et al.
Periodontology 2000
2000 24 (1): 153-192
Background information
- Invasion of Human Coronary Artery Cells by Periodontal Pathogens
Dorn, Brian R., et al.
Infection and Immunity
1999 67 (11): 5792-5798
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- A classification system for loss of papillary height
Nordland, W.P. and Tarnow, D.P.
Journal of Periodontology
1998 69 (10): 1124-1126
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- Antimicrobial Susceptibilities of Porphyromonas gingivalis, Prevotella intermedia, and Prevotella nigrescens spp. Isolated in Spain
Andres, Maria T., et al.
Antimicrobial Agents & Chemotherapy
1998 42 (11): 3022-3023
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- Periodontal diseases in the United States population
Oliver, R.C., et al.
Journal of Periodontology
1998 69 (2): 269-278
Background information
- The Interproximal height of Bone: A Guidepost to Esthetic Strategies and Soft Tissue Contours in Anterior Tooth Replacement (PDF, 54K)
Salama, Henry, DMD, et al.
The Journal of Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry
1998
Notes: PDF of the article originally submitted to The Journal of Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry for the Anthology Edition in 1998.
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- Maintenance care and supportive periodontal therapy
Ramfjord
Quintessence International
1993 24 (7): 465-471
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- A classification of marginal tissue recession
Miller, P.D., Jr.
The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
1985 5 (2)
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- Periodontal splinting with wire and composite resin. A revised approach.
Greenfield, D.S. and Nathanson, D.
Journal of Periodontology
1980 51 (8): 465-468
Background information
- Actisite® Drug Monograph (PDF, 348K)
The Journal of the American Dental Association
Editor's notes: Actisite drug monograph reviewed.
Background information
- American Academy of Periodontology Statement on Periodontal Disease and Preterm Low Birthweight
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Are Essential Oils Safe?
Expert contributor: Linda Halcon, PhD, MPH, BSN, RN
University of Minnesota Taking Charge of Your Health web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Read before treatment
- Arestin® USFDA Clinical Trials
U.S. Food and Drug Administration web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Atridox® USFDA Clinical Trials
U.S. Food and Drug Administration web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- C-Reactive Protein—A Predictor of Heart Disease—Is Elevated in Patients with Periodontal Disease
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Media Statement
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- Dental Plaque—Relationship of Specific Microorganisms to Periodontal Diseases
Kinder-Haake, Susan Dr.
UCLA School of Dentistry web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Diabetes, the Mouth Body Connection
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Endocarditis Prophylaxis Information
American Heart Association web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Read before treatment
- Heart Disease and Stroke, the Mouth Body Connection
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Laser-assisted Periodontal Regeneration in Humans (PDF, 428K)
Yukna, R.A., et al.
Millennium Dental Technologies web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Manufacturer's web site. Article from the Proceedings of the 81st General Session of the International Association of Dental Research (IADR); June 25–28, 2003.
New development
- Microbiological Effects of Scaling and Root Planing
Kinder-Haake, Susan Dr. and Isaacs, David Dr.
UCLA School of Dentistry web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Read before treatment
- Natural Remedies for Gum Disease
Wong, Cathy, ND, CNS
Alternative Health News Online web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- New Study Shows Scaling and Root Planing is Significantly More Effective With Local Antibiotics
OraPharma, Inc. web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Manufacturer's web site. New study showing that Arestin enhances scaling and root planning.
Read before treatment
- PerioChip® Home Page
Dexcel Pharma PerioChip web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Manufacturer's web site
Background information
- Periodontal Disease Is Associated With Brachial Artery Endothelial Dysfunction, and Systemic Inflammation (PDF, 264K)
Salomon Amar, et al.,
Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology
Background information
- Periodontal Disease, C-Reactive Protein and Overall Health
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Discusses relationship between chronic bacterial infection of the gums, and the response of the liver (making proteins like CRP) which inflame arteries and promote blood clot formation.
Background information
- Porphyromonas gingivalis Genome Project
Porphyromonas gingivalis Genome Project web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information
- Protecting Oral Health Throughout Your Life
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Editor's notes: Article addresses gender-specific oral health concerns of women.
Background information
- Statement Regarding Use of Dental Lasers for Excisional New Attachment Procedure (ENAP)
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
New development
- The Mouth Body Connection
American Academy of Periodontology web site
Last viewed: 4/4/2008
Background information