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What Causes Itchy Gums and How Can You Treat Them?

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What Causes Itchy Gums and How Can You Treat Them?

Itchy gums are caused by plaque buildup, gum disease, allergies, or post-treatment healing, which can be treated through gentle hygiene, trigger removal, or dental care.

Periodontics

September 23, 2026

What Is Dental and Periodontal Charting and How Does It Assess Gum Health?

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What Is Dental and Periodontal Charting and How Does It Assess Gum Health?

Dental and Periodontal Charting is a structured clinical record of teeth, gums, and supporting periodontal tissues. Dentists use it to identify changes that may need further evaluation over time.

Periodontics

September 23, 2026

What Is the Connection Between Epstein Barr Virus and Oral Health?

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What Is the Connection Between Epstein Barr Virus and Oral Health?

Epstein Barr Virus and Oral Health are connected through several recognized oral and throat manifestations. Epstein-Barr virus, or EBV, is a very common human herpesvirus.

Periodontics

September 23, 2026

IBD and Oral Health : What Does IBD Mean for Your Oral Health?

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IBD and Oral Health : What Does IBD Mean for Your Oral Health?

IBD and Oral Health are connected through several inflammatory and treatment pathways. Inflammatory bowel disease includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Periodontics

September 21, 2026

HIV Symptoms and Oral Health: How HIV Can Affect Your Mouth and Teeth ? 

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HIV Symptoms and Oral Health: How HIV Can Affect Your Mouth and Teeth ? 

HIV can affect the immune system and increase susceptibility to several oral health conditions.

Periodontics

September 20, 2026

Ferroptosis in Periodontitis: How Does It Affect Periodontal Health?

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Ferroptosis in Periodontitis: How Does It Affect Periodontal Health?

Ferroptosis in periodontitis is an emerging research topic that connects a type of cell death with gum disease. Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the gingival tissues, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone.

Periodontics

September 20, 2026

What Is Periodontal Surgery and When Is It Needed?

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What Is Periodontal Surgery and When Is It Needed?

Periodontal surgery is a dental procedure used to treat certain advanced problems affecting the gums and supporting tissues.

Periodontics

September 17, 2026

Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Periodontal Health: What Is the Connection?

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Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Periodontal Health: What Is the Connection?

CVI and periodontal disease are indirectly linked through shared inflammatory pathways, blood circulation needs, and common risk factors. 

Periodontics

September 16, 2026

Bacteriophage Therapy for Gum Disease: Can Phage Therapy Treat Periodontitis?

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Bacteriophage Therapy for Gum Disease: Can Phage Therapy Treat Periodontitis?

Bacteriophage Therapy for Gum Disease is an emerging research area exploring viruses that specifically infect and destroy certain bacteria.

Periodontics

September 16, 2026