Modern Periodontics

03/07/2026

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03/06/2026

Just two months into 2026, the CDC has confirmed over 1,100 measles cases. By comparison, the CDC confirmed 2,281 cases in all of 2025, the most in the U.S. since 1992.

Ninety two percent of this year’s confirmed cases are among people who are unvaccinated or whose vaccination status is unknown. The AAP recommends a two-dose MMR vaccination series - one dose of MMR is 93% effective against measles, and two doses are 97% effective. Read the full piece in AAP News: https://bit.ly/4r5XU1e

03/06/2026

Thank you, Eliza, Lauren, and Andi for assisting Dr. von Lackum and Jerri, RDH and team with patient care, dentistry, and work life! You all rock and don’t get enough recognition. Hope you can rest and relax this weekend.

03/02/2026

https://adanews.ada.org/huddles/how-microbial-dysbiosis-causes-an-inflammation-cycle/?utm_source=pushly

A study may have uncovered the mechanisms linking periodontitis to rheumatoid arthritis.

02/28/2026

Modern Periodontics went to the American Academy of Facial Esthetics Botox II and Dermal Filler II courses in Nashville, TN this week. We experienced wonderful training and it was a joy to train with team members.

02/28/2026

Periodontitis and major depression disorder have been shown to have a bidirectional association. Antidepressant use is linked to a lower prevalence of periodontitis, with a more pronounced protective effect in severe cases. These findings suggest plausible beneficial role of antidepressants on periodontitis, warranting further investigation into the underlying mechanisms.

01/26/2026

Modern Periodontics is closed today Monday, January 26 and Tuesday, January 27, 2026 due to severe winter weather.

There is too much ice 🧊 to allow for safe travel for our patients and team. As soon as we can get back to the office, we will reschedule all cancelled appointments.

If you have a dental emergency 🚨 please call (859) 629-5264. If you need to reschedule any upcoming appointments please, call (859) 269-0070 and leave a voicemail message.

01/26/2026

Modern Periodontics closed January 26 and 27.

12/31/2025

Happy new year to you and your loved ones. Hug those you love.

08/16/2025

Congratulations to our former Dental Assistant -> Treatment Coordinator -> Office Manager -> future Registered Dental Hygienist, Abbi! We’re so proud of you for starting this professional journey. Break a digit!

Our students, faculty, and staff were back on campus today for Orientation. It’s going to be a great year!

08/06/2025

My deepest condolences to everyone affected by this su***de death and the loss of this beautiful soul. Please reach out to your professional association if this event triggers unexpected stress and trauma responses. There are local, statewide and national resources in every healthcare field to help people impacted by su***de. Developed in 2023 by the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention and the American Dental Association, the AFTER A SU***DE POSTVENTION TOOLKIT provides guidance for those responding to a su***de death for professional dental settings. Available for all dentists, dental students, and dental team members. Postvention is a term used to describe activities that help people cope with the emotional distress resulting from a su***de and prevent additional trauma and any potential for su***de contagion that could lead to further suicidal behavior and deaths, especially among people who may be at elevated risk for su***de. This toolkit was designed to help workplaces respond immediately in the minutes, hours, and days after a su***de as well as in the weeks and months it takes the community to heal and move forward. With the hope that it will never be needed, having a plan and resources in place before a crisis occurs will enable the dental team to respond in an organized, effective, and supportive manner.

"He loved music. He loved singing and playing and writing songs. He's a good boy," said Mason Porta's dad, Michael Porta. Mason, who graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy in 2023, took his own life on June 15. He was one of two pharmacists in Lancaster who died by su***de in June: https://www.wgal.com/article/cvs-pharmacist-su***de-pennsylvania-lancaster/65500429 ***dePrevention

08/05/2025

Florida stats, but very relevant nationwide.

Florida is one of the worst states in the US when it comes to access to affordable dental care – and children are suffering as a result.