In this episode, we focus on the link between periodontal disease and the systemic effects on the human body. There’s more to oral hygiene than just saving our teeth, so let’s dive into this fascinating episode with Dr Reena Wadia to learn more about the importance of perio and how it is associated with the rest of our health.

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Key Takeaways:

There is a strong link between gum health and systemic health.

Diabetes and cardiovascular disease are key conditions linked to gum health.

Understanding correlation vs. causation is crucial in dental practice.

Effective communication with patients can improve treatment outcomes.

Treating pregnant patients for periodontal health is safe and beneficial.

Proper diagnosis is essential for effective dental treatment.

Patients are often unaware of the links between gum health and overall wellness.

Motivating patients with health benefits can enhance compliance.

Evidence-based dentistry is vital for accurate patient information. Add the word diagnosis to templates for clarity.

Team collaboration (dental and medical practices) enhances patient care effectiveness.

Screening for conditions like diabetes can save lives.

Holistic care in dentistry is becoming increasingly important.

A periodontal protocol is crucial for consistent care.

Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!

Highlights of this episode: 

3:50 Introduction to Dr Reena Wadia

7:14 Systemic Link

12:24 Under Investigation

13:54 Using this with our Patients

17:04 Birthweight-related Studies and Pregnancy

20:14 Make a Periodontal Diagnosis

23:34 Medicine and Dentistry Collaboration

26:29 Understanding the Patient

29:14 HbA1c Machine

32:19 The Perio Handbook

This episode is eligible for 0.5 CE credits via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcome A, B and D.

AGD Code: 490 PERIODONTICS (Pathophysiology of periodontal disease) 

Aim: To enhance dentists' understanding of the link between periodontal health and systemic diseases, enabling them to integrate evidence-based periodontal care into their clinical practice.

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge and Application: Dentists will gain a thorough understanding of the bi-directional relationship between periodontal disease and systemic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and learn how to apply this knowledge in clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.

Patient Education: Dentists will acquire practical strategies for effectively educating patients about the systemic implications of periodontal health, using analogies, visual aids, and evidence-based communication methods.

Holistic Treatment Planning: Dentists will learn how to incorporate systemic health considerations, such as screening for diabetes or collaborating with medical professionals, into their periodontal treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.

Enhance your knowledge with Dr. Reena Wadia's Perio School and establish a habit of implementing Perio protocols in your practice. Don't forget to grab a copy of the Perio Handbook by Dr. Reena for valuable insights!

If you enjoyed this episode, check out: Communication Masterclass for Periodontal Disease [B2B] – PDP086

Click below for full episode transcript:

Teaser: When you hear stories like that, it's like, could that have been undiagnosed diabetes, heart attack, et cetera, et cetera. So I feel so privileged being able to have that ability to do that test on our patients. And yeah, it's not the nicest thing to say to someone, you might have diabetes, but actually like that could save someone's life.

Teaser:The guidelines now are, for example, for diabetics, once they've been diagnosed with diabetes, they're supposed to see their dentist, but they need to push it more, because they definitely push the eye appointments,