Dr. Shuichi Hida, Director of Mitsukyo Station Smile Dental, Speaks at the 'Periodontal Internal Medicine Master Course for Dental Hygienists'
Dr. Shuichi Hida, director of Mitsukyo Station Smile Dental in Yokohama, Kanagawa, participated as a lecturer at the 'Periodontal Internal Medicine Master Course for Dental Hygienists,' held on May 17, 2026, at the Urban Net Kanda Conference in Tokyo, organized by the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine (ISSP). This course is a practical training program designed for dentists and dental hygienists to implement periodontal internal medicine in clinical settings.
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Dr. Shuichi Hida, director of Mitsukyo Station Smile Dental (Yokohama, Kanagawa), participated as a lecturer at the 'Periodontal Internal Medicine Master Course for Dental Hygienists,' organized by the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine (ISSP), held on May 17, 2026, at the Urban Net Kanda Conference in Tokyo.
This course is held as a training program for certified dentists and dental hygienists to practically introduce periodontal internal medicine into clinical practice, garnering attention as a practical seminar where dentists and dental hygienists work together to systematically learn evidence-based periodontal disease treatment.
■ A Practical Program to 'Learn Periodontal Internal Medicine as a Team'
In recent years, periodontal disease treatment has shifted significantly from 'symptom-focused treatment' to 'medical care that approaches causative bacteria.'
In this course, a program was presented where dentists and dental hygienists learn as a team the knowledge and techniques to introduce periodontal internal medicine into daily clinical practice while deepening their understanding of periodontal bacteria.
The lectures covered practical content such as:
- Fundamental theory and clinical application of periodontal internal medicine
- Bacterial observation and image management using phase-contrast microscopes
- Basics of intraoral photography and X-ray interpretation
- Relevance of systemic diseases to periodontal disease
- How to guide patients and implement SPT (Supportive Periodontal Therapy)
- Counseling techniques based on the differences between insurance and private treatment
In addition to lectures, practical communication support and task sharing were carried out, providing content that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.
■ Background: Toward a New Standard for Periodontal Disease Treatment
Although periodontal disease affects many adults, it has traditionally had the challenge of high reliance on patient self-care, often leading to individual differences in treatment results.
Currently, with the progress of visualization of causative bacteria and diagnostic technology based on scientific data, periodontal disease treatment is shifting into an era that emphasizes objectivity and reproducibility.
Against this background, this course was held to promote the widespread adoption of periodontal internal medicine while creating a system where dentists and dental hygienists can work together with a common understanding.
■ The Importance of Dental Hygienist Education and the Spread of Periodontal Internal Medicine
As the Vice Representative Director, Dr. Hida spoke about the necessity of dental hygienist education and building team-based medical care for practicing periodontal internal medicine across the entire clinic.
Specifically, he explained practical content tailored to actual clinical settings, such as:
- Explanatory skills that reduce patient anxiety
- Scientific approaches utilizing bacterial testing
- Plaque control that considers the patient's burden of self-care
- SPT management aimed at maintaining long-term oral conditions
These topics garnered high interest from participants.
He also explained that utilizing phase-contrast microscopes and bacterial testing is important for 'creating an environment where patients understand their own oral condition and engage in treatment with conviction.'
■ Related Information (Book)
Dr. Hida is a co-author of the book 'Phase-Contrast Microscope for Dentistry: Utilization and Practical Manual' (Dental Diamond Co., Ltd.), published in September 2025, in his capacity as Vice Representative Director of the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine.
The book systematically explains practical methods for bacterial testing using phase-contrast microscopes and their application to periodontal internal medicine, and is positioned as a clinical guide closely related to the content of this master course.
▼ Book Details
https://www.dental-diamond.co.jp/item/1247
■ Event Overview
Event Name: Periodontal Internal Medicine Master Course for Dental Hygienists
Dates:
1st session: May 17, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
2nd session: June 21, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
3rd session: July 12, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
4th session: September 13, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
Venue: Urban Net Kanda Conference, Tokyo
Organizer: International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine (ISSP)
■ Academic Activities and Promoting Periodontal Internal Medicine
Dr. Shuichi Hida, as Vice Representative Director and PR Director of the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine, is committed to the standardization of periodontal internal medicine and the dissemination of evidence-based dental care. By continuing to share insights gained in clinical practice and through educational activities, he aims to contribute to improving the quality of periodontal disease treatment and realizing long-term oral health for patients.
This course is held as a training program for certified dentists and dental hygienists to practically introduce periodontal internal medicine into clinical practice, garnering attention as a practical seminar where dentists and dental hygienists work together to systematically learn evidence-based periodontal disease treatment.
■ A Practical Program to 'Learn Periodontal Internal Medicine as a Team'
In recent years, periodontal disease treatment has shifted significantly from 'symptom-focused treatment' to 'medical care that approaches causative bacteria.'
In this course, a program was presented where dentists and dental hygienists learn as a team the knowledge and techniques to introduce periodontal internal medicine into daily clinical practice while deepening their understanding of periodontal bacteria.
The lectures covered practical content such as:
- Fundamental theory and clinical application of periodontal internal medicine
- Bacterial observation and image management using phase-contrast microscopes
- Basics of intraoral photography and X-ray interpretation
- Relevance of systemic diseases to periodontal disease
- How to guide patients and implement SPT (Supportive Periodontal Therapy)
- Counseling techniques based on the differences between insurance and private treatment
In addition to lectures, practical communication support and task sharing were carried out, providing content that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.
■ Background: Toward a New Standard for Periodontal Disease Treatment
Although periodontal disease affects many adults, it has traditionally had the challenge of high reliance on patient self-care, often leading to individual differences in treatment results.
Currently, with the progress of visualization of causative bacteria and diagnostic technology based on scientific data, periodontal disease treatment is shifting into an era that emphasizes objectivity and reproducibility.
Against this background, this course was held to promote the widespread adoption of periodontal internal medicine while creating a system where dentists and dental hygienists can work together with a common understanding.
■ The Importance of Dental Hygienist Education and the Spread of Periodontal Internal Medicine
As the Vice Representative Director, Dr. Hida spoke about the necessity of dental hygienist education and building team-based medical care for practicing periodontal internal medicine across the entire clinic.
Specifically, he explained practical content tailored to actual clinical settings, such as:
- Explanatory skills that reduce patient anxiety
- Scientific approaches utilizing bacterial testing
- Plaque control that considers the patient's burden of self-care
- SPT management aimed at maintaining long-term oral conditions
These topics garnered high interest from participants.
He also explained that utilizing phase-contrast microscopes and bacterial testing is important for 'creating an environment where patients understand their own oral condition and engage in treatment with conviction.'
■ Related Information (Book)
Dr. Hida is a co-author of the book 'Phase-Contrast Microscope for Dentistry: Utilization and Practical Manual' (Dental Diamond Co., Ltd.), published in September 2025, in his capacity as Vice Representative Director of the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine.
The book systematically explains practical methods for bacterial testing using phase-contrast microscopes and their application to periodontal internal medicine, and is positioned as a clinical guide closely related to the content of this master course.
▼ Book Details
https://www.dental-diamond.co.jp/item/1247
■ Event Overview
Event Name: Periodontal Internal Medicine Master Course for Dental Hygienists
Dates:
1st session: May 17, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
2nd session: June 21, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
3rd session: July 12, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
4th session: September 13, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–16:00
Venue: Urban Net Kanda Conference, Tokyo
Organizer: International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine (ISSP)
■ Academic Activities and Promoting Periodontal Internal Medicine
Dr. Shuichi Hida, as Vice Representative Director and PR Director of the International Society of Periodontal Internal Medicine, is committed to the standardization of periodontal internal medicine and the dissemination of evidence-based dental care. By continuing to share insights gained in clinical practice and through educational activities, he aims to contribute to improving the quality of periodontal disease treatment and realizing long-term oral health for patients.
FAQ
How does periodontal internal medicine differ from traditional treatments?
It approaches the root cause by targeting causative bacteria, rather than just treating symptoms, allowing for objective and reproducible treatment based on data.
What do dental hygienists learn in this training?
They learn the understanding of periodontal bacteria, use of phase-contrast microscopes, guiding patients to SPT, and communication skills to work as a team.
Where is the training held?
The training is held at the Urban Net Kanda Conference in Tokyo.