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Anatomy of a Periodontal Pocket
03/06/2026

Anatomy of a Periodontal Pocket

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A new study found that bacteria around dental implants may corrode the implant surface, releasing microscopic titanium p...
31/05/2026

A new study found that bacteria around dental implants may corrode the implant surface, releasing microscopic titanium particles into nearby tissues. These particles can interfere with the body's immune response, trapping immune cells in a state of chronic inflammation while reducing their ability to clear harmful bacteria.

This may help explain why antibiotics that often work around natural teeth are frequently less effective around infected implants.

The findings also reinforce the importance of proper implant maintenance and non-abrasive cleaning techniques. While further research is needed, this discovery could help guide the development of future therapies that target the underlying inflammatory process.

📖 Source: Kotsakis GA et al. PNAS Nexus (2026) – Titanium particle–induced immune dysregulation as a mechanism in peri-implantitis.

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30/05/2026

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A 25-year study of 6,000+ adults found that regular flossing was linked to a lower risk of ischemic stroke and atrial fi...
23/05/2026

A 25-year study of 6,000+ adults found that regular flossing was linked to a lower risk of ischemic stroke and atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Researchers believe inflammation from poor oral health may play an important role in the mouth–body connection.

Compared to non-flossers, regular flossers showed:
• 22% lower risk of ischemic stroke
• 44% lower risk of cardioembolic stroke
• 12% lower risk of AFib

Another reminder that oral health is deeply connected to systemic health.

Reference:
American Heart Association News, ISC 2025.

Dental X-rays are often one of the biggest concerns patients have during a dental visit — yet modern digital radiography...
19/05/2026

Dental X-rays are often one of the biggest concerns patients have during a dental visit — yet modern digital radiography is designed to use extremely low radiation doses while providing critical diagnostic information.

Today’s digital dental X-ray systems can reduce radiation exposure by up to 80% compared to older conventional film radiography, while producing faster, clearer, and more diagnostic images. In many cases, the radiation from a full-mouth digital radiographic series may be lower than the background radiation exposure received during a short flight.

Radiographs remain essential for detecting conditions that are frequently missed during clinical examination alone, including interproximal caries, periapical pathology, early periodontal bone loss, impacted teeth, cystic lesions, root resorption, and other occult pathology.

Modern dentistry also follows strict radiation protection principles such as ALARA (“As Low As Reasonably Achievable”), meaning radiographs should only be prescribed when clinically justified and with the minimum exposure necessary to obtain diagnostic quality images.

The goal of dental radiology is not simply imaging — it is earlier diagnosis, safer treatment planning, and prevention of more serious disease progression.

16/05/2026

This may be the oldest known evidence of operative dentistry in human history.

59,000 years ago, Neanderthals may have drilled cavities using sharp stone tools — without anesthesia, handpieces, or suction.

Researchers found a molar with signs of intentional drilling into the pulp and evidence the tooth continued functioning afterward.

🔬Source: PLOS ONE (2026).

A new 2026 study identified the first confirmed gemstone filling ever discovered in a posterior tooth from the ancient M...
15/05/2026

A new 2026 study identified the first confirmed gemstone filling ever discovered in a posterior tooth from the ancient Maya world. Researchers found a carefully shaped jadeite stone precisely embedded into the chewing surface of a lower molar — engineered so smoothly that it would not interfere with biting or chewing.

What makes this discovery extraordinary is that molars are hidden teeth. Previous Maya dental modifications were mostly seen in front teeth for appearance, status, or identity. This one appears different.

Using cone beam CT scans, scientists discovered calcification beneath the cavity — biological changes that only occur when living tooth tissue reacts to trauma. In other words, the tooth responded to being drilled while the patient was alive.

Researchers believe the practitioner may have removed decayed tissue and inserted the jade stone as a functional filling, possibly using natural antibacterial plant resins already known in Maya medicine.

The patient likely survived the procedure.

Long before modern dentistry, an ancient civilization may already have been performing complex restorative dental treatment with astonishing precision.

🔬Study : Journal of Archaeological Sciences: Reports (2026)

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