Health Articles

Microbial Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease is a common polymicrobial disease of the oral cavity. Read the article to know the various microorganisms involved in causing periodontal disease.

Keeping Your Teeth Clean !!!

Oral health is as important as physical health as it has an influence on your body systems. Read this article and get to know ways to keep your teeth clean.

Does Gum Disease Affect Your Overall Health?

Gum diseases can result in much more serious effects on one’s general health than missing and decayed teeth. This article aims to educate about the effects of gum and dental health on general health...

Vitamin C Deficiency Linked to Periodontal Disease

Ascorbic acid or vitamin C plays a key role in maintaining oral health. Read the article to know the impact of vitamin C deficiency on periodontal disease.

Impact of Periodontal disease on Cardiac Health

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality and is associated nearly always with periodontal or gum disease. Read the article to understand the biological mechanisms that link coronary he...

Clinical Challenges of Rehabilitation in Periodontal Disease

Most patients affected by periodontal disease ask their dentist about the treatment options alternative to bone grafts or extractions. Read the article to know the types of prosthesis, the clinical ch...

Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (Trench Mouth)

The sudden onset of punched-out painful lesions or inflammation in the gums is a major concern for 1 % of the population. Despite its reduced prevalence, this remains the most painful gum condition as...

Importance of Host Immunity in Periodontal Disease

Read the article to know the types of host response and the role of host immunity in understanding the pathogenesis of periodontal disease.