Treatment Options for the Edentulous Patient (including All-On-4)
In this post I discuss the treatment options available for the edentulous patient, including but not limited to All-on-4.
Canine Exposure: Surgical Treatment of Impacted Teeth
Impacted canines are a frequent finding. Fortunately today canine exposure is a valuable alternative for the treatment of this condition. Learn more about the buccal and palatal approach to canine exposure.
How to Evaluate Growth Before Dental Implants
In this post I describe a non-invasive technique to evaluate patient skeletal maturity.
Coronally Advanced Flap: How to Achieve Predictable Root Coverage
More information about the Coronally Advanced Flap procedure, and description of the step-by-step procedure.
Sinus Lift: How to Increase Safety and Reduce Complications
A new technique for maxillary sinus augmentation (sinus lift) that increases safety and reduces complications.
Free Gingival Graft: How to Increase Keratinized Tissue
More information about the Free Gingival Graft technique, and description of the step-by-step procedure.
Dr. Geminiani Lectures at the Rochester Dental Study Club – Rochester, NY
The lecture titled Treatment of Non-carious Cervical Lesions, will analyze the decision tree involved in the treatment of cervical lesions with a combined periodontal-restorative treatment. Handouts: Non-carious Cervical Lesions. (11 Mb)
Dr. Geminiani Lectures at Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon – Monterrey, Mexico
The lecture titled Applications of Sonic Surgery in Oral, Periodontal and Implant surgery will analyze topics focusing on the surgical uses of sonic and ultrasonic hand piece. The lecture titled Treatment […]
Platform Switching, Enough Evidence?
The evidence supporting the use of platform switching might be more limited than what you think. Find out more about it in this recent review.
Page and Schroeder Histopathogenesis of Periodontal Lesion
A table summarizing the key factors of the initial, early, established and advanced periodontal lesion.
Gummy Smile Makeover Rochester NY
This post shows a case of gummy smile make over Rochester NY.
Dr. Geminiani Lectures at Houston Community College, School of Dental Hygiene – Houston, TX
The lecture titled Initial Therapy and Introduction to Surgical Therapy will analyze topics focusing on the surgical and non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease.
Dr. Geminiani Lectures at University of Texas Health and Science Center – Houston, TX
The lecture titled Recession Coverage: a Decision Making Process will analyze topics of mucogingival surgery from an evidence-based point of view.
Pregnancy and Gingival Inflammation
Hormonal changes during pregnancy are considered to affect the response of the gingival tissues. The aim of this review was to assess the effect of pregnancy on systemically healthy women in terms of gingival inflammation.
Dr. Geminiani Lectures at Perio Health Seminars – Houston, TX
Enter the world of dental implants with the right steps: treatment planning and proper component selection. After this event participants will understand the risks and benefits of implant-supported single tooth replacement and implant-retained mandibular overdentures.
2012 in review
2012 Annual Report. It was a great first year!
Classification of Periodontal Disease and Conditions
The International Workshop for a Classification of Periodontal Diseases and Conditions (IWCP).
Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR): A Decision Tree
Regeneration is defined as: reconstruction of injured part in such a way that the architecture and function are completely restored. These decision trees will guide you in choosing the best regenerative option for your patient.
Occlusal Adjustments in Periodontal Therapy: A Systematic Review
The relationship between trauma from occlusion and periodontal disease has long been a area of discussion. The aim of this review was to assess whether there is any evidence to support the use of occlusal adjustments.
Your Office Has a Facebook Page… Now What?
If you have a Facebook page, but you do not know what to do with it, this article will help you increase your web presence in 3 simple steps.
AAP Research Forum Finalists
Congratulations to all the participants of the Research Forum Poster Competition of the 98th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodotology. As usual the quality of the research presented was outstanding!
Stages of Hypertension
If you can never remember the different stages of hypetension, this summary table is exactly what you need.
Age of Tooth Eruption and Root Formation
A quick reminder table of age of tooth eruption and apex formation.
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