Dr. Paul H. Keyes - The Non-Surgical Solution to Oral Health

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Contact information (by state) for recommended dentists and oral/dental health professionals who teach and use the “Keyes Technique.” This technique includes microscopic monitoring to identify, assess, and remove the bacteria responsible for periodontal (gum) infections.

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Gum Disease Information *

This website was created to provide information for patients who've been diagnosed with gum disease and want to find effective treatment. Detailed information is provided on these topics:

Gum surgery (periodontics)

Gum disease (periodontal disease)

Bad breath (oral malodor, halitosis)

Non surgical treatment of periodontal disease

Heart disease, stroke and other diseases with links to gum disease

Directory of dentists who offer medical treatment of gum disease (caries, decay)

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Mama Gums *

Sheila Wolf (affectionately known as “Mama Gums”) has been practicing dental hygiene since 1971. Working at the leading edge of non-surgical periodontal care, her mission is to educate and empower people to take control of their own mouths. Sheila carries the message that gum disease is easily prevented and can be treated non-surgically using the simple, antibacterial self-care program pioneered in the 1970s by Dr. Paul Keyes (“Keyes Technique”). Her website offers information on:

Personalized oral health coaching

Informative articles

Educational videos, slide show, and quizzes

Microbial slides, movies, and photos of gum disease

Fun facts and health tips

Informative, enjoyable books on oral health

High-quality “Mama Gums seal of approval” oral care products

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Oratec Corporation *

Periodontal supplies for consumers and professionals. Products include:

Antimicrobial agents and botanicals (Therasol, OraChlor and Natural Products),

Oral irrigation supplies for professional, home or travel use (Viajet, Panasonic, PerioFlex, Pocketcare),

Periodontal risk assessment tools (BioScan Phase Microscope, BANA Enzyme Test, TOPAS Nucleotide Assay)

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Dr. Thomas E. Rams, DDS *

THOMAS E. RAMS, DDS, MHS of Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania holds the following titles at this comprehensive public research university:

Senior Associate Dean

Chairman, Department of Periodontology

Director, Oral Microbiology Testing Service Laboratory

The Paul H. Keyes Professor Periodontology

Dr. Rams has authored papers with and is a longtime friend and colleague of Dr. Paul H. Keyes.

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