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News of recent research on the causes and treatment of gum diseases and the links between oral health and overall health.

The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) news releases alert the press to AAP activities and research published in the Journal of Periodontology and important issues and studies affecting periodontology. This way the media can better disseminate timely accurate information to the public and increase dental awareness.

Recent Press Releases

AAP Releases Supplement on Inflammation and Overall Health (8/12/08)
The supplement to the Journal of Periodontology seeks to increase awareness of inflammation and periodontal diseases.

Floss Your Teeth—On the Double! (8/5/08)
A study of twins published in the Journal of Periodontology demonstrates that flossing can decrease the occurrence of gum disease-causing bacteria.

Researchers Uncover Higher Prevalence of Periodontal Disease in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients (6/5/08)
A study published in the Journal of Periodontology suggests impaired oral hygiene may only be part of the connection.

Study Urges Men to Brush Up on Their Oral Health (6/4/08)
Research published in The Lancet Oncology found that men with a history of gum disease are 14 percent more likely to develop cancer than men with healthy gums.

Registration Opens for AAP Annual Meeting in Seattle (5/5/08)
The 94th Annual Meeting September 6-9 will include continuing education courses in seven distinct program tracks, clinical practice enhancement showcases, periodontal innovation presentations and four general sessions covering topics such as implants, biofilms and risk assessment in treatment planning.

Turn that Frown Upside Down: Healthy Gums are Something to Smile About (3/19/08)
Researchers found evidence that periodontal, or gum, disease may negatively affect an individual’s smiling patterns and deter someone from displaying positive emotions through a smile.

AAP Releases Statement on Risk Assessment (2/19/08)
The statement is intended to encourage dental professionals to use risk assessment as a key component of all comprehensive dental and periodontal evaluations.

Want Healthy Gums? Hit the Dairy Aisle (2/6/08)
A recent study showed that those who regularly consumed dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt had a lower instance of gum disease.

A Healthy Smile May Promote a Healthy Heart (1/8/08)
Research reported in the Journal of Periodontology found that individuals with periodontal disease whose biomarkers showed increased bacterial exposure were more likely to develop coronary heart disease.

Archived Press Releases

Beauty and Grooming

Periodontal Disease and Overall Health

Periodontal Treatment

Tobacco Use

Periodontal Health and Oral Hygiene

Nutrition and Obesity

Dental Implants

Current Culture

Genetics and Tissue Regeneration

Video News Releases

AAP in Recent News Coverage

NBC5-Chicago (WMAQ-TV)
July 7, 2008 (Audience: 226,119)

Real Simple
July 2008 (Circulation: 1,986,605)

WebMD.com
June 25, 2008 (Unique Site Visitors: 10,862,157)

The New York Times
May 13, 2008 (Circulation: 1,077,256)

Men's Health
May 2008 (Circulation: 1,816,671)

More
May 2008 (Circulation: 1,265,999)

Reader's Digest
May 2008 (Circulation: 9,322,833).

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AAP Publications

Media Resources

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Fact Sheet

Commonly Used Terms

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Contact the AAP
Need the latest in research findings or an expert to comment? E-mail the Academy's media department or call 312/573-3243.

Current Academy Leadership
President: Susan Karabin
President Elect: David Cochran
Vice President: Samuel B. Low
Secretary/Treasurer: Donald S. Clem, III
Past President: Preston D. Miller, Jr.
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Periodontology: Kenneth S. Kornman
Editor Emeritus, Journal of Periodontology: Robert J. Genco

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About the AAP

The American Academy of Periodontology is an 8,000-member association of dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth and in the placement and maintenance of dental implants. Periodontics is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.

For more information, contact the AAP Public Affairs Department at 312/573-3242.