Special attention will be given to a field of dentistry and medicine called nutrigenomics, a growing area of research that explores how the polymorphism of certain genes might influence the efficacy of nutrient transport and the enzymes that adapt vitamins to optimize their use in metabolism.

Since many—if not all—micronutrients show an independent correlation to the prevalence of periodontitis, it appears they may have an important role in the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease, especially in high-risk patients such as those with diabetes or cardiovascular diseases.

Furthermore, the use of phytotherapy as a means of obtaining and maintaining oral homeostasis will be discussed.

As dental medicine meets new challenges, pandemic notwithstanding, some novel approaches in the use of natural products in dentistry will be presented.

The participants will be encouraged to consider all-round and holistic approaches in treating their periodontitis patients, including their habits, nutrition, and supplementation, as part of the management of this chronic and resistant disease.