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Why Dental Floss May Not Be Enough to Prevent Gum Disease

DEREK SONIC represents a new generation of home-care technology developed by a board-certified periodontist with 27 years of experience and informed by clinical research and patient care. Why Dental Floss May Not Be Enough to Prevent Gum Disease For decades, dental floss has been considered an essential part of maintaining good oral health. Dentists and […]

AI in Periodontology: How Technology Is Transforming Gum Health Care

 AI in Periodontology: How Technology Is Transforming Gum Health Care Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping healthcare—and dentistry is no exception. In periodontology, where early detection and precise treatment planning are critical, AI is emerging as a powerful tool that enhances clinical decision-making, improves patient outcomes, and streamlines workflows. The intersection of AI and periodontal […]

Bleeding Gums and Bad Breath: Could Your Mouth Be Warning You About Colon Cancer?

Bleeding Gums and Bad Breath: Could Your Mouth Be Warning You About More Than Gum Disease? Most people think of dental visits as a way to check for cavities or get their teeth cleaned. But your mouth can reveal far more than that—it can offer early clues about what’s happening throughout your body. Emerging research […]

Dentist Warning: Your Daily Iced Coffee Could Be Quietly Damaging Your Teeth

Dentist Warning: Your Daily Iced Coffee Could Be Quietly Damaging Your Teeth Iced coffee has become a daily ritual for many people—especially here in Southern California. It feels refreshing, lighter than hot coffee, and easy to sip throughout the day. But from a periodontal and dental health perspective, it’s not as harmless as it seems. […]

Study shows that light therapy improves gum disease outcomes at home

Can Light Therapy Improve Gum Disease at Home? Gum disease has traditionally been treated in the dental office—with deep cleanings, antimicrobial therapies, and ongoing periodontal maintenance. But a growing body of research suggests something surprising: Light therapy may help improve gum health—right from home. Also known as photobiomodulation (PBM) or low-level light therapy, this technology […]

Brain Health, Environment, and the Overlooked Role of Periodontal Disease

Brain Health, Environment, and the Overlooked Role of Periodontal DiseaseBy Dr. Jin Eslami, DDS, MS — Board-Certified Periodontist A major new report from the American Heart Association underscores what many healthcare professionals are beginning to recognize: brain health is not determined by genetics alone. It is profoundly shaped by environmental and lifestyle factors—especially sleep quality, […]

Can Mouthwash cause Heart Disease?

Can Mouthwash cause Heart Disease? There’s been a quiet buzz—especially online—suggesting that using mouthwash could increase your risk of heart disease. It’s the kind of claim that grabs attention quickly: something as routine as rinsing your mouth might be harming your heart? Let’s separate signal from noise. Where Did This Concern Come From? The concern […]

You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean This Part of Your Mout

You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean This Part of Your Mouth Most people have their oral hygiene routine dialed in—or at least they think they do. Brush twice a day, floss regularly, maybe rinse with mouthwash. It sounds complete. But there’s one critical area that often gets ignored: your tongue. Yes, your tongue. The Overlooked Surface […]

Gum Disease Bacterium Linked to Breast Cancer Growth and Spread

Gum Disease Bacterium Linked to Breast Cancer Growth and SpreadEmerging research is shedding new light on the connection between oral health and systemic disease—this time with a focus on breast cancer. Scientists have identified a key periodontal pathogen, Fusobacterium nucleatum, as a potential contributor to the growth and spread of breast tumors.Traditionally associated with advanced […]

What Oral Health Professionals Are Missing About Undiagnosed Diabetes

What Oral Health Professionals Are Missing About Undiagnosed Diabetes In dental and oral surgery settings, clinicians are trained to recognize patterns—periodontal breakdown, caries progression, delayed healing. Yet one of the most significant systemic drivers behind these patterns often goes unnoticed: undiagnosed diabetes. Despite its prevalence, many oral health professionals still underestimate how frequently diabetes is […]