EFP Perio Talks
Our leading experts in periodontology discuss on a monthly basis scientific topics related to periodontology and implant dentistry.
Episodes
Gum Health Day: Empowering lives
In this episode, Annika Kroeger and Spyros Vassilopoulos discuss the importance of oral health and its impact on overall wellbeing, the new concept of the Gum Health Day campaign and how increasing awareness, prevention, and education can empower individuals to take better care of their gum health.Tune in to discover why healthy gums are essential for a healthier life — empowering lives through kn
Responsible Periodontology
In this podcast, Annika Kroeger is joined by Christoph Ramseier to explore the concept of Responsible Periodontology, an initiative launched by the EFP in 2022. They also discuss what this means in everyday practice and the role of digital innovation and AI in shaping a more sustainable future for oral healthcare.
Oral Health Throughout Life: healthy aging
In this second episode of the Oral Health Throughout Life campaign, developed in collaboration with Dentaid, host Annika Kroeger is joined by William Papaioannou and Júlia Sáez Valverde to explore the importance of maintaining oral health during adulthood. From everyday challenges to long-term prevention strategies, they discuss how oral health needs evolve with age and share key recommendations f
Managing periodontitis from diagnosis to maintenance: why a whole-team approach matters
In this episode, Annika Kroger is joined by Corina Bruckmann and Ian Needleman to explore how clinicians can support patients at every stage of the periodontal journey, from communicating risk and setting expectations at diagnosis, to maintaining motivation and managing recurrence during long-term supportive care. They also discuss the importance of incorporating patient perspectives, the challeng
The perio-nutrition interface
What role do diet and obesity play in the prevention and management of periodontal diseases? In this podcast, Annika Kroger is joined by James Deschner, Henrik Dommisch and Johan Wölber to explore the latest evidence on the relationship between nutrition, inflammation, and periodontal health. The discussion highlights practical considerations for daily clinical practice and reflects on how dietary
Meet the masters
In the latest Perio Talks podcast, Anika Kroger talks with two of the most respected names in periodontology: Massimo de Sanctis and Giovanni Zucchelli. They discuss mentorship, innovation, and the human side of professional excellence.
Beyond the smile: what diabetes and gum disease have in common
Both gum disease and diabetes are pervasive, systemic conditions with numerous interactions and impact on our overall health. In this episode, Hatice Hasturk and Luigi Nibali explain the strong associations between the two diseases, and actions that can be taken in terms of prevention, treatment, and management.
Oral Health Throughout Life - childhood and adolescence
Oral health is essential to overall health, wellbeing, and quality of life — and it deserves attention at every stage of life. In this new episode, sponsored by Dentaid, our guests William Papaioannou and Júlia Sáez Valverde join our new host, Annika Kroeger, to discuss the Oral Health Throughout Life campaign, with a special focus on oral health during childhood and adolescence.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Pierpaolo Cortellini
Pierpaolo Cortellini shares insights and takeaways from his session on long-term complications of periodontal regenerative surgery.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Sofia Aroca
Sofia Aroca gives insights on the challenges and solutions for soft tissue augmentation in conjunction with implant placement in the aesthetic zone to replace missing teeth.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Martina Stefanini
Martina Stefanini presented us with a live surgery with a regenerative periodontal procedure using the CTG wall technique. Listen how this method supports better healing and stability in complex defects.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Serhat Aslan
We’ve spoken with Dr. Aslan about his talk on “New flap designs to enhance success.” His key message to the younger generation? Never accept being beaten down.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Purnima Kumar
“Women’s oral health is a crucial component of overall wellbeing and yet, it often doesn’t get the spotlight it deserves.”We sat down with Dr Purnima Kumar to talk about why this issue matters, and what steps need to be taken to drive more awareness, research, and care. Dr Kumar brings valuable insight into a topic that deserves far more attention.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Mariano Sanz and Maurizio Tonetti
The 2018 classification of periodontal diseases reshaped diagnosis and treatment planning by integrating disease severity, complexity, and individualized risk assessment. Seven years on, we still need perspectives from the future. Gain fresh insights from Mariano Sanz and Maurizio Tonetti as they revisit the classification’s impact and future directions.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Tali Chackartchi
At EuroPerio11, we spoke with Tali Chackartchi, President-elect of the European Federation of Periodontology, about the impact of artificial intelligence in periodontics.
Highlights from EuroPerio11 - Istvan Urban and Spyros Vassilopoulos
Istvan Urban and Spyros Vassilopoulos share their insights of the session “Navigating clinical crisis in bone regeneration and implant therapy.”
AI in periodontology: transforming research and publishing
As part of the Journal of Clinical Periodontology's 50th anniversary celebrations, the EFP is presenting a series of six podcasts. In this sixth and final episode, Tali Chackartchi discusses the impact, promise, and challenges of artificial intelligence in transforming research and publishing with the editors of four leading journals in periodontology and implant dentistry: Anton Sculean, edi
JCP and EuroPerio11
In the latest PerioTalks podcast Phoebus Madianos discusses the role of the JCP in relation to the EuroPerio congress with EuroPerio11 chair Anton Sculean and scientific chair Lior Shapira.
From legacy to innovation: JCP editorial board insights
As part of the Journal of Clinical Periodontology's 50th anniversary celebrations, the EFP is presenting a series of six podcasts. In this episode, former editor-in-chief Maurizio Tonetti, current editor-in-chief Panos Papapanou, and moderator Iain Chapple reflect on JCP's remarkable journey, from its origins to its role as a leading platform for periodontal science.
JCP and the EFP guidelines
In this third episode of the special podcast series celebrating the Journal of Clinical Periodontology (JCP), EFP secretary general Nicola West discusses the journal's role in dissemminating the EFP's clinical practice guidelines with Moritz Kebschull (EFP president) and David Herrera (Workshop committee chair).
JCP and the EFP-Jaccard Research Prize in Periodontology
In this second episode of the special podcast series celebrating the Journal of Clinical Periodontology (JCP), James Deschner interviews Raluca Cosgarea and Christoph Ramseier, past winners of the Jaccard-EFP Research Prize in Periodontology.
JCP - how it all began
The EFP presents a special six-episode podcast series celebrating the Journal of Clinical Periodontology (JCP). This exclusive series delves into the JCP’s rich history, its far-reaching impact, and its vision for the future.
The first episode features an interview with Professor Jan Lindhe, conducted by Andreas Stravopoulos and Björn Klinge. Prof. Lindhe, a towering figure in dental research and
Fit for the future: rethinking education in periodontology
Join David Herrera, chair of the European Workshop Committee, Mariano Sanz, co-chair of the Perio Workshop 2023, and ADEE past president, Pål Barkvoll, as they delve into the key outcomes of Perio Workshop 2023.
The workshop brought together 70 leading international experts from 22 countries, and the purpose of the gathering was to discuss and establish a new consensus on undergraduate, specialis
Socket preservation
Host Bruno de Carvalho speaks to Dr Nikos Mardas to provide insights into the latest developments and challenges in the field.
International members: global synergy
Check out the new podcast about the global synergy of EFP international members (in Spanish). Bruno de Carvalho, the PerioTalks host, discusses member engagement with Lina Suárez, president of the Colombian Association of Periodontology and Osseointegration, and Alex García, EFP delegate for the Mexican Association of Periodontology.
Gum Health Day 2024
Gum Health Day, celebrated annually on May 12th, is more than just a day; it's a campaign dedicated to educating the public about the critical importance of gum health.
Bruno de Carvalho talks with Mia Rakic, Gum Health Day 2024 co-ordinator, Alberto Monje and Marta
Cześnikiewicz-Guzik about the campaign, the strategy for this year and how the National Societies and their members can join i
AI in dentistry
Tali Chackartchi and Tommie Van de Velde discuss artificial intelligence and its vast potential in dentistry - as well as short- and long-term consequences for clinicians and patients.
Biomaterials in perio
Host Bruno de Carvalho speaks to Professor France Lambert (University of Liège) and Professor Reinhard Gruber (Medical University of Vienna) to bring you the latest updates and challenges in the field.
What you need for a successful clinic- dental marketing & entrepreneurship
What do you need for your dental practice to succeed? Listen to the marketing expert Carlo Gallucci and the periodontist Gustavo Giordani discuss how to take full advantage of dental marketing and entrepreneurship.
Pathways to succeed in perio: EFP-accredited programmes and alumni
The latest episode of Perio Talks is dedicated to EFP-accredited programmes and the experience of being an EFP alumni. Joining the podcast host, Bruno de Carvalho, Professor Nikos Donos, chair of the EFP Education Committee and Doctor Ed Madeley, EFP Alumni co-ordinator, explain how the programmes contribute to unlock excellence.
Men's perio health: from gum to groin
This episode brings together two experts: Associate Professor Ali Çekici from the Periodontology Department of Istanbul University in Turkey and member of the EFP Scientific Affairs Committee, and Per-Anders Abrahamsson, Professor of Urologic Oncology at Lund University in Sweden.
Among many topics, the panel discusses:
1. Why is periodontal disease more prevalent in men? Do they have lower hygie
The X factor- what is unique about women's oral health
Hosted by Bruno de Carvalho, EFP Perio Talks brings together two experts: Associate Professor Ali Çekici (Turkey) and Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Renee Behrens (UK). Together, they unveil the complex influence of hormonal changes on women's gum health across different life phases, offering valuable insights into puberty, the menstrual cycle, contraceptive use, pregnancy, IVF,
Up the creek with a paddle- meet Istvan Urban
In the latest episode of EFP Perio Talks podcast, Doctor Istvan Urban unveils the secrets of his success in the field of bone regeneration as well as how he keeps balance in his busy life.
The importance of research in dentistry
EFP past president Andreas Stavropoulos and EuroPerio11 treasurer Elena Figuero discuss the importance of research in dentistry and periodontology.
Why periodontists and family physicians should have a closer collaboration
Closer collaboration between oral health professionals and family physicians is necessary for the prevention, early detection and proper management of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), and vital to promote healthy lifestyles. Pathways for early detection of periodontitis by family physicians, and of NCDs by dental practitioners should be developed. This is the main conclusion of the recently publis
Visit your dentist before your plastic surgeon
Spyros Vassilopoulos, Gum Health Day 2023 co-ordinator, and Bruno de Carvalho, host of the EFP Perio Talks podcasts, discuss the important role that healthy gums have in our general health, self-esteem and explain the Gum Health Day campaign for this year.
International Perio Master Clinic 2023- you simply can´t miss it!
If you are interested in hard- and soft-tissue aesthetic reconstructions around teeth and dental implants, the International Perio Master Clinic (5 and 6 May 2023) is the place to be!
Peri-implantitis
Associate Professor Antonio Liñares (Santiago de Compostela, Spain) talks to host Bruno de Carvalho (Liège, Belgium) about the challenges of treating peri-implantitis. Among other topics, Liñares discusses how to treat implant complications; when to choose non-surgical treatment over surgical intervention; combined methods of treatment; the cost benefit of different approaches; how to clean the im
International Perio Master Clinic- in Spanish
Special episode in Spanish. Alex García and Mariano Sanz tell Perio Talks host Bruno de Carvalho about the IPMC2023 scientific programme, the social events, and the attractions of the host city of León (Mexico).
Learn more about the conference: https://www.efp.org/news-events/international-perio-master-clinic-2023-mexico/
Registration: https://www.efp.org/news-events/international-perio-master-cli
Perio Master Clinic 2023
This EFP Perio Talks podcast focuses on the forthcoming Perio Master Clinic 2023, devoted to the “Perio-Ortho Synergy”. Conference chair Peter Garmyn and scientific chair Virginie Monnet-Corti tell Perio Talks host Bruno de Carvalho about the choice of topic, the scientific programme, the social events, and the attractions of the host city of Antwerp.
Clinical practice guideline for the treatment of stage IV periodontitis
David Herrera and Moritz Kebschull, who played leading roles at Perio Workshop 2021 which drew up the EFP clinical practice guideline on the treatment of stage IV periodontitis, explain its importance and potential impact.
During the podcast, professors Herrera and Kebschull talk about the methodology for creating an S3-level guideline, the reason why the complexity of stage IV periodontitis meant
Oral health and sports performance in elite athletes
This episode features British Olympic and European champion rower Lucy Glover talking with Ian Needleman, professor of periodontology at UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London, about oral health and sports performance, the high levels of tooth decay and gum problems among elite athletes, its potential impact on performance, and what positive things athletes can do to improve their o
Branding and social media for dentists and oral health professionals
Ideas on branding, digital marketing strategies and social media are presented by Filippo Graziani (former EFP president, chair of the European projects committee, and professor of periodontology at Pisa University) and Reena Wadia (a periodontal specialist in the UK who set up her own blog and teaching academy and who has worked for the EFP`s communications committee).
The financial and human cost of gum disease
Iain Chapple and Bruno de Carvalho discuss about the report commissioned by the EFP and published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) last year. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the financial and human cost of gum disease in six Western European countries.
How predictable is periodontal regeneration?
Mariano Sanz (Complutense Univeristy of Madrid) and Anton Sculean (University of Bern) discuss advances made in regeneration in recent years and the biological knowledge and surgical skills needed by clinicians to perform bone regeneration successfully rather than extract and replace teeth.
EuroPerio10
Get ready for the world’s leading congress in periodontology and implant dentistry. Registration at https://www.efp.org/attendance/registration/
