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ABSTRACT
Inflammation is recognized as the major underlying contributor to a number of chronic diseases, amongst them periodontitis and cardiovascular diseases. The relationship between these diseases is explored and commented on in this question-and-answer session between Ken Kornman, DDS, PhD, the editor of the Journal of Periodontology and David Richards, DDS, PhD, a former student of Dr. Kornman’s. Practical suggestions and guidelines for the dentist are also examined.
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David W. Richards
David W. Richards, DDS, PHD, has been in private practice in San Diego since 1997 when he left the University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry, as an associate professor.