Dental Hygiene: Page 168

Infographic: A closer look at obesity in the U.S.
By Theresa Pablos
Nearly 40% of the U.S. population is now classified as obese, but the rate of obesity varies widely across different U.S. states and the District of Columbia. Personal finance website WalletHub compiled nutrition and obesity data in the U.S. to better map the differences among the states.
November 25, 2019
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New biodegradable rods combat periodontal disease
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers from Germany have developed biodegradable rods that can limit the application of antibiotics for periodontal disease to the mouth, reducing the side effects of standard pill-based antibiotic treatments.
November 24, 2019
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Do's and don'ts for hygiene visits: Reinforce the hygiene habit
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Many patients looking for ways to economize have decided they can skip hygiene visits and go to the dentist only if there's a dental problem. They undervalue preventive care and overestimate their ability to detect an issue that needs professional attention. With education, practices can overcome these misconceptions and build value for regular hygiene visits, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin.
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ADA opposes agency's proposed fluoride hazard rating
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA supports community water fluoridation and believes it is a safe way to prevent caries, despite a recent draft monograph from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Toxicology Program that suggests fluoride is a cognitive neurodevelopmental hazard to humans.
November 24, 2019
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5-year-old falls while brushing, leaving hole in throat
By Melissa Busch
A 5-year-old girl in Utah required emergency surgery after she fell off the bed while doing her evening toothbrushing, causing the brush to puncture her throat. The force of the brush left a 1-inch hole in her throat, according to news reports.
November 20, 2019
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Chewing sugar-free gum slows caries progression in kids
By Melissa Busch
Chewing sugar-free gum may help reduce the further development of dental cavities in children, according to a systematic review published November 19 in the Journal of Dental Research Clinical & Translational Research.
November 19, 2019
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NY woman's oral cancer diagnosis led to 500-lb weight loss
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A 35-year-old woman from New York City lost 500 lb following tongue removal surgery due to her stage 4 metastatic oral cancer diagnosis. The woman, who says she was addicted to food, believes her cancer saved her life, according to news reports.
November 19, 2019
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The important role photography plays in the success of your practice
By Dr. David Rice
Is a picture worth a thousand words? Or is it worth far more? A picture is worth at least $2 million of revenue when you have a system for success and a system to stay accountable, according to Dr. David Rice. He explains the important role photography plays in your practice's success.
November 19, 2019
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Fla. dental assistant arrested for home dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Florida police arrested a man for practicing dentistry without a license and giving antibiotics to clients at his home in Wesley Chapel, according to news reports.
November 17, 2019
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50% of U.K. population unaware of HPV
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Approximately half of people in the U.K. have never heard of human papillomavirus (HPV), according to a new survey by the Oral Health Foundation.
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P&G launches Tooth Fairy in a Box
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Procter & Gamble (P&G) brands Oral-B and Crest have launched Tooth Fairy in a Box, which aims to help parents turn a visit from the fantasy sprite into better brushing habits for their children.
November 14, 2019
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John Lennon helps fight oral cancer, gives fans reasons to smile
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Fans who would have done anything to get close John Lennon may finally have the chance. In the name of raising awareness about oral cancer, part of the tooth of the Beatles founder is going on tour of dental practices in the U.K., according to news reports.
November 14, 2019
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