Browsing: Periodontics

I recently received this common dental coding question. I am confused about the correct code for a perio patient who has undergone scaling and root planing…

Lynne Haines, a 56-year-old HR consultant, said she had suffered for more than a decade from severe undiagnosed gum disease. The case was settled against Dr…

Bad breath, clinically known as halitosis, is common. It can result from eating certain foods, such as onions or garlic. In many cases, brushing your teeth,…

We owe code D4346 to eight hygienists who came together to create a code that was missing from the CDT Code. Back then there were two…

A bruised gum may look like discoloration when it was hit or scratched. Just like you can get a bruise on your body, you can also…

A WOMAN has won a £40,000 payout after ‘bad’ dental treatment ‘ruined her smile and destroyed her confidence’. Lynne Haines, 56, claims she suffered for more…

Gingivitis usually develops due to a bacterial infection caused by plaque overgrowth. Other viral or fungal infections can also cause it. Treatment may depend on the…

Receding gums cannot grow back. However, changes in oral hygiene can stop gum recession, and certain treatments can rebuild gum tissue.Healthy gums fit comfortably around the…

Periodontal Industry According to the latest Future Market Insights industry report, the global size of the periodontal industry is expected to reach a valuation of US$…

Periodontitis is a type of gum infection that occurs mainly due to the occurrence of bacteria in the gums or teeth. This condition can become quite…