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Atlanta , Georgia, April 28th 2010 — Dr. Bernee Dunson DDS, is now using one of the most significant advances in dental medicine, a simple DNA test using saliva, to determine the specific type and quantity of disease-causing bacteria in his patients’ mouths! According to the American Dental Association, an estimated 75% of all Americans over the age of 35 have some form of periodontal disease1 and research conducted during the past 10 years has provided insight into the Perio / Systemic Connection and the link between chronic periodontal infections and heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and some forms of cancer.2,3 . The detection and monitoring of these disease-causing bacteria is critical to treatment success.
These exciting new tests are for anyone with or without symptoms of gingivitis or periodontal disease. Symptoms may include bleeding gums, bad breath, red or inflamed gums, or loss of bone around your teeth. Other indications for this test are pretreatment clearance for extensive dental procedures and in some cases, surgical clearance (such as heart surgery or joint replacements). Both tests are performed by swishing a small amount of sterile saline throughout the mouth and for 30 seconds. The saliva sample is then sent to OralDNA LabsTM, Inc. (www.OralDNA.com) for processing.
The MyPerioPathsm lab report identifies harmful bacteria associated with gum infections and helps Dr. Dunson develop a more effective treatment plan. Through this state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Dunson is able to treat the source of the infection and not just the symptoms. The goal of therapy then becomes to reduce the overall bacterial risk for disease progression. As with most diseases, earlier and more targeted treatment can help stop periodontal disease before irreversible damage occurs.
In addition to this bacterial DNA test, Dr. Dunson also offers a genetic susceptibility test, called MyPerioIDsm PST® that will reveal if your genetic makeup puts you at greater risk for developing gum tissue infections. This test gives better insight into how an individual’s immune system will respond to the presence of harmful bacteria further enabling Dr. Dunson to optimize therapy.
About Dr. Dunson
Memberships ~ Associations ~ Credentials
- American Board of Oral Implantology, Diplomate 2011 Board Examiner
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Fellow Admissions and Credentials Committee
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Fellow Admissions and Credentials Committee
- Academy of General Dentistry
- 1995’s certification in IV and Oral Conscious Sedation from Miami Valley Medical College in Dayton, Ohio ranks Dunson as a select few of Georgia’s certified restorative dentists.
- In 1997, Dr. Dunson acquired a three-year Oral Implantology Residency Graduate Certificate from Loma Linda University (LLU) in California.
- In 2001, Dr. Dunson was honored as an Associate Fellow of theAmerican Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID).
- In October 2008, Dunson was one of nine dentists nationwide awarded and honored as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry.
- In November 2009, Dunson was one of eleven members to gain distinction of Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). The Fellowship Status is the highest credential distinction bestowed by the AAID, the first professional dental implant organization.
- Dr. Dunson trains and lectures with contemporary, world-renowned dentists such as Dr. Frank Spears, Dr. Jimmy Eubanks, Dr. Hilt Tatum, Dr. Richard Borgner and others, and has completed coursework at highly regarded institutions such as the Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education, the Louisiana Academy of Continuing Dental Education, and the Implant Reconstruction Center of St. Petersburg. He is regularly published in dental journals and lectures nationwide.
- July 2009, Dr. Dunson launched Implant Dentistry of Georgia Institute with twelve dentists throughout the country and Puerto Rico in attendance. Dunson and Dr. Richard Borgner’s Implant 101 two-day course entails lectures, live surgery/implant placement and hands-on practicum.
REFERENCES:
- Genco R, Offenbacher S, Beck J. Periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease: epidemiology and possible mechanisms. JADA 2002;133(Suppl.):14S-22S.
- Friedewald VE, Kornman KS, Beck JD, et al. The American Journal of Cardiology and Journal of Periodontology editors’ consensus: periodontitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. J Periodontol 2009;80:1021-1032.
- Van Dyke TE. The management of inflammation in periodontal disease. J Periodontol 2008;79:1601-1608.
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Hillary Dunson
Phone: 404-897-1699
1100 Peachtree St. Suite 680
Atlanta, GA 30309
Chicago, IL - At the American Academy of Implant Dentistry’s 2009 Annual Meeting, which was held in New Orleans, LA, Bernee Dunson, DDS was recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. As one of 287 dentists who hold this distinguished membership, Dr. Dunson is one of the nation’s leading experts in implant care. He has unique training in the field, having completed a 3 year residency in Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University in 1998.
The Fellow Membership is a special step in obtaining expertise and proficiency in implant dentistry. To qualify for Fellowship, Dr. Dunson was required to document, for review by an expert panel of dentists that he was a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, the certifying board that the Academy sponsors, and provides both the surgical and restorative phases of implant treatment. In addition, the panel reviewed Dr. Dunson’s professional and leadership credentials and his commitment to excellence in implant dentistry and to the Academy’s standards for ethics and patient welfare.
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry is the oldest professional organization in the United States that is dedicated to the advancement of the implant field. Its more than 3,600 members include general dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, and prosthodontists. Dr. Dunson has been a member of the AAID for 15 years. The Academy’s Associate Fellow and Fellow credentials are a testament to excellence in implant dentistry. Dr. Dunson is clearly a leader in this discipline of Dentistry, this latest achievement is a testament to his journey towards excellence in Implant Dentistry.
When Dr. Bernee Dunson purchased his previous practice, he could already envision where he'd be in a decade. Exactly 10 years and three days later, he moved into Dunson Dental Design, an entirely new boutique practice focused on highly esthetic, reconstructive dentistry. It's just another step in the evolution of Dr. Dunson's career — a career he keeps on track through constant forward thinking.
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With an exceptional reputation in the Atlanta community, Dr. Dunson is the architect of a dynamic, cutting-edge dental practice. He has acquired state-of- the-art equipment and facilities, and developed a culture of patient appreciation. The unique talents of Dr. Dunson and each team member combine to make the practice one-of-a-kind.
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Most of us think that taking care of our teeth is about having a great smile and avoiding the discomfort of a toothache. Although a great smile and avoiding the discomfort of a toothache are valid and important reasons for maintaining a good oral health program, there are three other equally strong reasons to consider.
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