DIQ Morning Briefing - May 6th, 2024
 
 
Plus: An honest look at inflammation
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May 6, 2024

It’s Monday! Antimicrobials are an important part of dentistry, but sometimes they have unintended effects. In today’s lead article, Dr. Scott Froum of Perio-Implant Advisory shares a recent small study looking at how different mouth rinse ingredients change the concentration of nitric oxide in the mouth.

In today’s edition:

🔬 Mouth rinses, high blood pressure, and nitric oxide

🦷 RDH Quik Chat: AAP Dental Hygiene Engagement Initiative

👀 An honest look at oral inflammation management in the 21st century

🌱 A holistic approach: The road to becoming a biological dentist

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Antiseptic mouth rinses disrupt nitric oxide production in the mouth, potentially leading to elevated blood pressure. Why does this happen, and is there one mouth rinse that can preserve NO levels?
The American Academy of Periodontology launches the Dental Hygiene Recognition Program. Hear from Dr. James G. Wilson, past president of AAP, and Jackie Sanders as they discuss the benefits of the program and how you can acquire the benefits of working with the AAP.
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Taking an honest look at how you treat your patients, and having an open mind about current research, can lead dental hygienists to new therapies that patients will appreciate.
This dentist explains how she transitioned into biological dentistry, the benefits it has for her patients and team, and some of the protocols she has implemented to support her practice model.