Fluoride: Page 41

Survey: Parents know little about pediatric dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Many parents are not following recommended guidelines for brushing, flossing, and other habits for optimal pediatric oral health, according to a survey conducted by MetLife.
February 5, 2012
Individualized oral instructions can improve oral hygiene
By Rabia Mughal
A new study that compared the effectiveness of written, oral standardized, and oral individualized instructions in reducing gingivitis has found that the most effective of the three techniques was oral individualized instruction.
February 5, 2012
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Henry Schein CEO talks antibiotics at World Economic Forum
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Stanley Bergman, chairman and CEO of Henry Schein, discussed the potential global impact of a world without effective antibiotics before an audience of business, political, academic, and other leaders at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Switzerland.
February 1, 2012
Neb. program targets dental visits, oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new campaign, entitled Watch Your Mouth, that stresses the importance of dental health and the connection between good oral health and overall well-being.
January 31, 2012
Is water or air better for flossing?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Waterpik Water Flosser is more effective than the Sonicare AirFloss at removing plaque and reducing gingivitis, according to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Dentistry.
January 31, 2012
Glass ionomer sealant outperforms resin-based in study
By Rob Goszkowski
Sealing partially erupted molars can help young patients weather a period of time when they're likely to develop caries. But which material is best? A study in the February Journal of the American Dental Association found that a glass ionomer sealant outperformed a resin-based one in two key areas during a 24-month period.
January 31, 2012
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Ornidazole enhances chronic periodontitis treatment
By Rabia Mughal
Using ornidazole in conjunction with scaling and root planing achieves significantly better clinical results in treating moderate to advanced chronic periodontitis than periodontal treatment alone, according to a new study in the Journal of Periodontology.
January 29, 2012
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Study IDs gene that raises risk of ONJ
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine have identified a genetic variation that raises the risk of developing osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in patients who take bisphosphonates, according to a new study in the Oncologist.
January 26, 2012
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Dr. Fresh trades toothbrushes for Facebook 'likes'
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Fresh is donating one of its FireFly toothbrushes to the National Children's Oral Health Foundation for every new "like" it receives on its Facebook page during February.
January 24, 2012
Oral-B packaging more environmentally friendly
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Procter & Gamble has eliminated the use of polyvinyl chloride in packaging for its Oral-B manual toothbrushes.
January 23, 2012
Brushless toothbrush aids receding gums
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A New York dentist has launched a brushless toothbrush designed to decrease tooth decay and gum disease.
January 22, 2012
WV physicians added to kids' oral health program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Certain pediatricians, general and family practice physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in West Virginia are now eligible to be reimbursed for providing certain oral healthcare services.
January 18, 2012
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