Dental Hygiene: Page 18

How space dentistry may improve dental science
By Ava Barros
Comprehensive dental care protocols along with ongoing research and technological advancements may help astronauts maintain their oral health during extended missions, according to a review article that was recently published in Cureus.
August 22, 2024
Astronaut Space Nasa
Case report: Sugar-free lozenges may cause dental problems
By Melissa Busch
A 58-year-old healthy man with stellar oral hygiene and dietary habits developed carious lesions on almost every posterior tooth adjacent where he habitually held a sugar-free nicotine lozenge.
August 21, 2024
Maxillary second molar (tooth #2) showing extensive mesial surface root caries. Images courtesy of C Ehrhardt, KK Mäkinen, and CM Cobb. Licensed under a Creative Commons license.
Metformin: What dentists need to know
By Barbara Madej, RPh, Dr. Lisa Chan, Teresa Mendoza, PharmD
Metformin, a commonly prescribed drug, can have a big impact on your dental patients. Here are the special considerations you need to know.
August 21, 2024
Metformin
Alcohol-free mouthwash may taste better but cuts less plaque
By Ava Barros
Although preferred for taste, an alcohol-free, essential oils-containing mouthwash may be less effective at controlling plaque than alcohol-based versions, according to a systematic review published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.
August 20, 2024
Mouthwash Man
Go ahead, tell patients to rinse and spit after SDF therapy
By Ava Barros
Waiting 30 minutes to rinse after silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is no more effective at preventing early childhood caries than rinsing immediately, according to the results of a trial published in the Journal of Dentistry.
August 19, 2024
Fluoride Application Closeup
Deep dive into DUWLs: Previewing a series of interviews on dental unit waterlines
By Kevin Henry
Here's a sneak peek of a fascinating series of interviews through podcasts and videos geared to help dental practices ensure patient safety.
August 19, 2024
Adobe Stock/Maksym.
Pop star celebrates milestone by brushing with whiskey
By Melissa Busch
Pop star Kesha commemorated the 15th anniversary of her single "TiK ToK" by enacting the song's iconic lyrics: She brushed her teeth with Jack Daniel's whiskey.
August 12, 2024
Kesha. Image courtesy of PopBase/X.
Teeth grinding may be good for you
By Melissa Busch
There may be a surprising upside to bruxism, according to a new commentary.
August 8, 2024
Bruxism Woman
School-based oral health program may improve knowledge, habits
By Ava Barros
A school-based online oral health education program for high school students may improve oral health knowledge and hygiene behaviors, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
August 8, 2024
High School Students
The 3 C medications causing gingival hyperplasia
By Dr. Lisa Chan, Teresa Mendoza, PharmD
Certain medications, commonly referred to as the "three C's," are known to induce gingival hyperplasia, an overgrowth of the gums. Here is what you and your dental patients need to know.
August 7, 2024
Adobe Stock/ghada.
Celebrity chef diagnosed with tongue cancer after dental issues
By Melissa Busch
A celebrity chef announced that she was diagnosed with stage IV tongue cancer after experiencing a series of dental problems.
August 2, 2024
Shirley Chung. Image courtesy chfsshirleychung and mschicafe/Instagram.
Shingles leads to rapid loss of 6 teeth in 29-year-old
By Melissa Busch
A 29-year-old healthy man experienced a rare case of losing six teeth followed by upper jaw osteonecrosis due to an infection with shingles, according to a case report.
July 30, 2024
A panoramic radiograph taken during the man's first visit.
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