Periodontitis

How smoking affects your oral health

Por Dr Neesha Patel
2024-04-25

All tobacco use, whether it be smoking or chewing tobacco, has a negative impact on a person’s health. Smoking and tobacco is not only linked to illnesses such as heart disease, lung disease and cancer, but can also have a huge impact on your oral health, putting you at a higher risk of periodontal (gum) disease and oral cancer. Take a closer look at the relationship between tobacco use and both periodontal disease and oral cancer with leading consultant periodontist, Dr Neesha Patel. Ver más

The COVID connection: how leaving gum disease untreated may increase your risk of COVID-19 complications

Por Dr Neesha Patel
2024-04-25

Recently, a connection between gum disease and an increased risk of COVID-19 complications has been highlighted by scientists worldwide, indicating that the virus is more severe than we previously thought in the presence of inflammation caused by gum disease. Expert periodontist Dr Neesha Patel explores this connection further. Ver más

How to treat severe periodontitis

Por Professor Christian Mehl
2024-04-24

Did you know that approximately 18 million brits have some form of periodontitis? Roughly 12% of them have a case where it is severe. It can cause swollen gums but not only this, it can also damage tissue and lead to a loss of teeth. A leading dentist based in London, Dr Ruben Garcia, spoke with us about periodontal treatment and what it entails, in this article he also covers guided tissue regeneration. Ver más

Liver inflammation and gum disease: Is there a link?

Por Dr Sulaman Anwar
2024-04-23

In this article, we hear expert insight on the latest studies relating to liver health and its association with gum disease from Dr Sulaman Anwar, a specialist periodontist and implant surgeon. Ver más