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CDC: Vaping linked to severe lung disease
By
Theresa Pablos
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a cluster of severe lung disease linked to electronic cigarette use, or vaping. Patients experienced cough, shortness of breath, and fatigue that eventually led to hospitalization.
August 19, 2019
Eating disorders linked with poor gum conditions, quality of life
By
Melissa Busch
Patients with eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia have significantly worse periodontal conditions and poorer oral health-related quality of life, according to a new study. Dentists and hygienists have an important role to play in identifying and helping these patients, the authors noted.
August 19, 2019
Study questions whether fluoride can lower kids' IQ
By
Theresa Pablos
Prenatal fluoride exposure may have neurotoxic effects, according to a study published August 19 in
JAMA Pediatrics
. Researchers found that children with greater prenatal fluoride exposure had lower IQ scores as preschoolers.
August 19, 2019
Prenatal vitamin D improves kids' dental health
By
Theresa Pablos
Prenatal exposure to vitamin D may bolster children's dental health. The children of women who took high doses of vitamin D during pregnancy had fewer enamel defects at age 6 in a new study, published in
JAMA Pediatrics
.
August 15, 2019
Socioeconomic, hygiene status predict kids' oral health
By
Melissa Busch
Pediatric patients' socioeconomic status, self-esteem, and oral hygiene habits all can help you predict their gingival health, according to a new study. The findings highlight the need for strategies to help improve oral health awareness and interventions.
August 15, 2019
Tooth trouble linked to cognitive decline in Chinese adults
By
Melissa Busch
Researchers found a link between tooth symptoms and a decline in cognitive function among older Chinese adults in the U.S. This research suggests what dental community outreach programs should look for in these patients.
August 14, 2019
Black tooth stains may protect against caries
By
Theresa Pablos
Black stains on primary and permanent teeth may protect against caries. A new review found patients with extrinsic black stains had fewer cavities than the general population. The authors hypothesized the difference could result from biological or nutritional factors.
August 14, 2019
Biolase reports lower revenue in Q2
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Laser and CAD/CAM scanner company Biolase has announced its fiscal second-quarter financial results.
August 11, 2019
75% of dentists don't talk about cannabis -- here's why you should
By
Theresa Pablos
Do you discuss cannabis use with your patients? Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco hope the answer is yes. They outlined the oral health considerations of marijuana and other noncigarette products in a recent study.
August 8, 2019
Perio treatment mix helps lower glucose levels
By
Melissa Busch
It can be difficult to find an effective treatment regimen to help patients with both chronic periodontitis and type 2 diabetes. Researchers conducted a review and found that a combination of three treatments, including scaling and root planing, was most effective in reducing blood glucose levels.
August 7, 2019
Fluoride may contribute to kidney changes in U.S. kids
By
Theresa Pablos
Fluoride exposure may contribute to kidney function changes in U.S. children, according to the findings of a study published August 8 in the journal
Environment International
. The authors cautioned more research is needed to explore a potential link.
August 7, 2019
Oral health education improves nurses' dental awareness
By
Melissa Busch
Participating in interprofessional education programs can help pediatric nurse practitioner students change oral health behaviors and prevent dental problems in patients, according to a new study.
August 6, 2019
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