Dental Hygiene: Page 18

'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

The surprising effect tooth loss has on the body

By Ava Barros

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health, an animal study published in BMC Oral Health reports.

February 20, 2025

You may be juicing your way to bad oral health, more

By Ava Barros

Short-term juice-only diets may negatively affect oral microbiota and increase gut bacteria linked to digestive issues, inflammation, and mental decline. This study was recently published in Nutrients.

February 17, 2025

4 ways oral health can protect your heart this Valentine's Day

By Ava Barros

This Valentine's Day, protecting your heart might start with your smile. Here are four ways a consistent oral health regimen benefits your heart.

February 14, 2025

Smooching your way to better oral health

By Ava Barros

While kissing may transfer germs, couples this Valentine's Day may be pleased to learn that when they express their love this way, it may also offer several oral health benefits.

February 14, 2025

Gestational diabetes, more linked to lack of oral care

By Ava Barros

Receiving preventive dental care during pregnancy may lower the risk of gestational diabetes and high blood pressure, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 13, 2025

The critical connection between oral health and mental health

By Kevin Henry

In DrBicuspid's latest video interview, we spoke with Colgate-Palmolive's Dr. Maria Ryan to discuss the mental state of today's dental patient and what dentists and dental teams should know.

February 13, 2025

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