Dental Hygiene: Page 13

Diabetes testing at the dentist may be key to early diagnosis

By Ava Barros

Implementing targeted diabetes testing in dental settings for high-risk patients may be a feasible and largely accepted strategy to diagnose individuals sooner, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

March 21, 2025

Good neighbors may curb brain decline in those with tooth loss

By Melissa Busch

Neighborhood cohesion may mitigate the negative effects tooth loss has on cognitive decline, according to a study.

March 20, 2025

1st reported case of small intestine tumor spreading to the TMJ

By Melissa Busch

A small intestine neuroendocrine carcinoma metastasized to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in a man, which is believed the first reported case of its kind.

March 19, 2025

United Concordia, Harmony partner on saliva test, app

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

United Concordia Dental and Harmony Health are piloting a saliva test and mobile app aimed at improving dental care access for underserved Pennsylvanians.

March 18, 2025

Caries may be linked to osteoporosis

By Ava Barros

Severe caries may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis, supporting the potential connection between oral and systemic bone health, asserts a study published in BMC Oral Health.

March 18, 2025

Let's have a real talk about dental hygienist salary numbers in 2025

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, believes it's time for a deeper conversation about dental hygienist salaries. Here's why, what it means, and how it impacts the profession and the bottom line of the dental practice.

March 17, 2025

'Smart' toothpaste may shield teeth better than fluoride alone

By Karie Neeley Anderson

A new "smart" toothpaste made with bioactive glasses may outperform the cavity-busting protection and soothing properties of fluoride toothpaste, according to an article published by the Queen Mary University of London.

March 12, 2025

This may cut dry socket, infections after 3rd-molar surgery

By Ava Barros

This practice may lower the risk of dry socket and surgical site infection following lower third-molar extraction, according to a study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

March 11, 2025

Finding joy in dental hygiene again: Beyond the burnout conversation

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Dental hygienists, are you ready to create an environment where you thrive personally and professionally while providing the excellent care your patients deserve? Kelly Tanner has advice that can help.

March 5, 2025

Thyroid function may affect gum disease

By Ava Barros

An overactive or underactive thyroid may worsen periodontal disease, highlighting the importance of monitoring the oral health of patients with thyroid dysfunction, according to a review published in BMC Oral Health.

March 4, 2025

The top 10 things you need to know about oral testing

By Melissa K. Turner

Having been introduced to salivary testing through platforms like 23andMe and Ancestry.com, dental patients are understanding firsthand how oral tests can uncover mysteries within their body, writes Melissa K. Turner.

February 28, 2025

Oral health may be a promising area for dementia prevention

By Ava Barros

Oral health issues may be linked to the risk of dementia, making it a promising research focal area for prevention and care, according to a letter published in The Lancet.

February 24, 2025

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