According to statistics from the Ministry of Health and Welfare, the prevalence of periodontal disease among adults in Taiwan is as high as 80%. Periodontal disease not only affects oral health, but in recent years, more and more studies have shown that it is closely related to diseases such as mental retardation, stroke, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Kaohsiung Medical University held the 17th “2025” International Symposium of the School of Stomatology Research Day in April, focusing on “Cross-disciplinary Periodontal Regeneration: Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Periodontal Diseases”, inviting subject experts and scholars to share the latest research results and explore the relationship between periodontal health and major systemic diseases, providing new directions for future clinical applications and personalized medicine.
Professor Frank Roberts, a heavyweight scholar at the University of Washington seminar, shared the impact of genetic factors on oral health. He pointed out that the development of the disease is not only related to the environment exposed to the oral cavity, but also affected by genetics. It is possible to understand the individual’s genetic background to help individual diseases formulate effective prevention and treatment rules for teeth, periodontal diseases and oral cancer; Assistant Professor Xu Yongting of the University of Washington emphasized the importance of the immune system in maintaining the health of periodontal tissues.
Professor Yasuo Takeuchi of Japan University of Science reviewed the latest microbiome technology and analyzed the differences and commonalities between periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
The root cause of these two diseases lies in the lack of regulation of microorganisms inside the mouth. Through advanced hearing technology, researchers can understand the various changes in the repair composition of the disease at different stages, which is very important for early diagnosis and treatment of tissues; Assistant Professor Ye Zhou of the University of Hong Kong introduced a new type of smart material to improve periodontal repair and antibacterial effects.
The hydrogel developed by his team not only has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, but also can precisely control its release, bringing new hope for the treatment of oral diseases in the future; Vice President Zhang Yuchao of Zhongshan Medical University shared the relationship between periodontal disease and the whole body. Periodontal disease may affect the health of cardiovascular, nervous and other systems, making life threatened, which is particularly important for the middle-aged and elderly people; Finally, Dr. Li Minggang and Dr. Liao Guanxuan of Zhonghe Memorial Hospital of Kaohsiung Medical University shared their important challenges in the treatment of periodontal disease in clinical practice.
In addition to the keynote speeches, the seminar also planned a rich academic exchange activities. An electronic poster competition was held to allow students and young researchers to present their latest research results and interact with experts. A case report competition for PGY dentists was held, and PGY dentists from southern Taiwan shared clinical cases and promoted diagnosis and treatment skills.
In addition, the dental intern learning process exhibition presented the learning results of oral medicine interns, allowing participants to have a deeper understanding of the diversity and challenges of dental education in Taiwan.
The seminar was not only an academic feast and promoted academic exchanges between multiple countries, but also provided new ideas for periodontal disease research and treatment experts.
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