There is good evidence to support the claim that periodontitis may be more prevalent among
diabetic patients than nondiabetic people. Similarly, studies have shown that periodontal …

Periodontal diseases are bacterial infections that are present in approximately 70% of the
US population, with 20±30% being severely affected (16). Over the last century, numerous …

To quantify patient perceptions of periodontal therapy, we administered a self‐report
questionnaire employing a visual analog scale (VAS) to 162 patients following surgical and non‐…

This review evaluated the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy in conjunction with incision and
drainage, pulpectomy, extraction, or no other treatment. The authors concluded that …

Background The purpose of the study is to describe the impact of oral health-related quality
of life (OHRQoL) on the lives of pre-seniors and seniors living in Nova Scotia, Canada. …

Objective: To conduct an observational, cross-sectional survey of the oral health status of
adults≥ 45 years of age in rural and urban long-term care (LTC) facilities in Nova Scotia, …

Objective: To compare tooth loss between patients who received surgical therapy for chronic
periodontitis and those who received nonsurgical therapy alone. Methods: A retrospective …

There are no published reports on the oral health status of adult immigrants and refugees in
Canada. An oral health interview and clinical oral examination were conducted on 45 recent …

Objectives To compare the oral health status of adults aged 45–64 (baby boomers) and
those aged 65 and older. Methods An observational, cross‐sectional survey of adults living …

Scope and purpose The aim of this guidance is to support the dental team to; manage patients
with periodontal diseases in primary care appropriately; improve the quality of decision …