Alzheimer’s disease remains a mystery to the researchers. Scientists are doing their utmost, by analyzing the disease from the perspective of biochemistry, the potential impact of the environment or the education of patients. Their studies are extremely important, as the understanding of the pathogenesis of this complex disease might expand treatment options, perhaps prolong the lives of patients or at least improve it’s quality. Lately a new suspect has been introduced – dental X-rays. Read full text »

Innovative modular dental implant endoscope that has lately been introduced in Israel appears to be a great breakthrough in its field. Microendoscope has already been useful in maxillofacial surgery and dentistry, but never before had it been used in routine dental implant procedures. This year four experienced clinicians were asked to use the new equipment in procedures such as implant preparation site surgery, or closed sinus lift procedure. Read full text »

Polyunsaturated fatty acids-PUFA -have surprised scientists once again. Supplementation with these compounds already supports the treatment of conditions such as Sjogren’s syndrome, atopic dermatitis, or easing morning stiffness in reumatoid arthritis. This time researchers have found in them a solution to harness the destructive process of inflammation in periodontitis. Read full text »