Igienista Dentale Dott.ssa Francesca Campigli

30/10/2025

Gli Orrori non di Halloween ma di tutti i giorni!

22/10/2025

10/10/2025

“Per la salute orale di tutte le età”

In occasione della Giornata dell’Igienista dentale, la Commissione di albo nazionale degli Igienisti dentali celebra l’importante ruolo che questi professionisti svolgono nella promozione della salute e nella prevenzione delle malattie del cavo orale.

Professionalità, competenza e attenzione alla persona sono i valori che ogni giorno guidano il loro operato.

La Commissione di albo nazionale degli Igienisti dentali ringrazia tutti i colleghi per il costante impegno e la dedizione con cui contribuiscono al benessere della comunità.

Leggi la notizia sul nostro sito: https://www.tsrm-pstrp.org/index.php/giornata-igienisti-dentali-2025/

16/09/2025

🦠Did you know cavities can be contagious?🦷

Cavities aren’t just about sugar. They’re caused by bacteria. And yes — those bacteria can actually spread from one person to another.

Everyday habits like kissing, sharing spoons, straws, or even putting a baby’s pacifier in the mouth can pass cavity-causing bacteria. The main culprit is Streptococcus mutans, which stick to teeth and produces acids that damage enamel.

Saliva is full of bacteria — some good, some harmful. When two people share saliva, the cavity-causing bacteria hitch a ride in those tiny droplets. Once they reach a new mouth, they attach to the tooth surface, especially where plaque already exists. If sugars are present, these bacteria quickly start producing acid, which weakens enamel and leads to cavities over time.

👶 Babies and young children are most vulnerable. Their teeth are still developing, and once these bacteria settle in, the risk of early cavities skyrockets. That’s why parents with untreated tooth decay often see their kids struggle with cavities too.

😬 Adults can spread it as well, but strong habits like daily brushing, flossing, less sugar, and regular dental visits make a big difference. The bacteria may transfer — but they don’t stand a chance if your mouth is protected.

16/09/2025

Vi aspetto venerdì 26 a Saló! 😊

💋 "Crescere con il sorriso" 👉🏻 sane abitudini per una buona igiene orale fin dalla nascita al consultorio di Salò 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
VENERDÌ 26 SETTEMBRE ORE 10.00



ASST Garda Roberta Chiesa Regione Lombardia Pietro Imbrogno Piero Canino Comune Di Salò

14/09/2025

Inaugurato a Toscolano Maderno Educatissima Studio, un centro di incontro pedagogicoeducativo aperto dalla dottoressa Maira Bottini.

05/08/2025

A new scientific bombshell: what’s happening in your mouth could shape the fate of your brain. Researchers have now linked gum disease, specifically the bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis, to the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s. This microscopic menace doesn’t just cause bad breath or bleeding gums. Scientists have found it in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients, and in lab animals, it actually invades brain tissue, igniting the buildup of toxic amyloid beta, the same protein that destroys memory and cognition.

Even more alarming: these bacteria release harmful enzymes that show up in the brain years before any clinical signs of dementia, hinting that chronic gum infection could trigger Alzheimer’s long before symptoms appear. The discovery is so powerful, it’s shifting how experts approach the disease. A new drug, COR388 from Cortexyme, is already showing promise in blocking both the bacteria and the deadly protein tangle it creates in animal models.

With no major breakthrough in dementia treatments for over a decade, this new mouth-brain connection is a wake-up call. Good oral hygiene, brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups, may be one of the most important (and overlooked) ways to protect your brain for years to come. Sometimes the first line of defense against memory loss starts with your toothbrush.

Source: Dominy, S.S., et al., Science Advances, 2019; mouth-brain research, new Alzheimer’s treatment developments.

04/08/2025

A new study has found that Porphyromonas gingivalis, a key pathogen in chronic periodontitis, can travel from infected gums to the heart and cause structural changes. Researchers detected bacterial DNA in the left atrial appendage of patients undergoing heart surgery — an area critical for maintaining normal cardiac rhythm.

The presence of this oral bacteria was linked to myocardial fibrosis — the buildup of fibrous scar tissue in heart muscle. This fibrosis can interfere with electrical conduction pathways, increasing the risk of atrial fibrillation, a serious cardiac arrhythmia associated with stroke and heart failure.

This is the first time P. gingivalis has been directly associated with structural remodeling of the heart. The findings suggest that untreated periodontal disease may silently contribute to cardiovascular dysfunction by promoting chronic inflammation and microbial dissemination.

Maintaining optimal oral hygiene and early management of periodontal inflammation is not only essential for preserving oral health — it may also protect long-term cardiac function.

🔗Full study link in the comments

🧠 Learn more : PMC9280496

25/04/2025

Emerging research suggests that Alzheimer’s disease may be linked to an unexpected culprit — gum disease.

A study discovered the presence of Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacteria responsible for chronic periodontitis, in the brains of deceased Alzheimer’s patients.

Researchers found that when mice were infected with the bacteria, it colonized their brains and triggered the production of amyloid beta, a protein commonly associated with Alzheimer’s. This evidence strengthens the hypothesis that the disease could have infectious origins rather than being solely a neurodegenerative disorder.

The study also revealed that toxic enzymes from the bacteria were present in individuals who had Alzheimer's-related brain changes but had not yet been diagnosed with dementia, suggesting the infection may begin years before symptoms appear.

This discovery opens the door to new potential treatments. A pharmaceutical company, Cortexyme, developed a compound called COR388, which showed promise in reducing both bacterial infection and amyloid beta accumulation in animal trials. While human trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness, the study underscores the importance of oral hygiene in brain health. Scientists remain cautiously optimistic, emphasizing that with no new dementia treatments in over 15 years, investigating all possible causes is crucial. While more research is needed, the link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s highlights a simple yet vital message: taking care of your teeth might help protect your brain in the long run.

Learn more: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aau3333

20/04/2025

24/03/2025

Quando fare la prima visita al mio bimbo/bimba?
Quando e’ ancora nella PANCIA!
Ecco cosa dico anche io alle mie pazienti (e non solo) che mi fanno questa domanda 😉

21/03/2025