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Dental Hygiene: Page 20
This toothpaste formula may reduce plaque, more
By
Ava Barros
Toothpaste with antimicrobial peptides epsilon-poly-L-lysine and funme peptide may reduce plaque, halitosis, and gingival bleeding, according to a study published in the
International Dental Journal
.
January 24, 2025
Opinion: It's time to reevaluate the fluoride conversation
By
Dr. Mark Burhenne
Dental patients who are informed about the risks of fluoride may look for alternative treatments, pushing cosmetic dentistry to evolve, writes Dr. Mark Burhenne.
January 24, 2025
Gum disease may be linked to impaired brain function
By
Ava Barros
Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press release.
January 22, 2025
Caries may be linked to diabetes incidence
By
Ava Barros
Diabetes prevalence may be linked to higher caries experience, according to a study published in
Public Health
.
January 21, 2025
Flossing leads to firing
By
Melissa Busch
An assistant was fired after a video of her ignoring and flossing over the bedside of a patient with a serious heart condition went viral.
January 17, 2025
These obesity indicators may be linked to periodontitis
By
Ava Barros
Certain obesity indicators may positively correlate with periodontitis and vary with age, according to a large study published in
Scientific Reports
January 16, 2025
COVID-19 affected antibiotic prescribing in dentistry
By
Ava Barros
The COVID-19 pandemic likely caused a rise in antibiotic use in dentistry, disrupting a previous decline, as rates have since remained high, according to a study published in the
Journal of the American Dental Association
.
January 16, 2025
The importance of infection control documentation in dental practices
By
Amanda Hill, RDH
If you don't write it down, it didn't happen, writes Amanda Hill, RDH. Here's why you should prioritize documentation in your dental practice.
January 16, 2025
What to know about the upcoming Dental Infection Control Boot Camp
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Association for Dental Safety will once again host its annual Dental Infection Control Boot Camp in February in Atlanta.
January 16, 2025
The truth about grape juice, stomach flu, and dental ramifications
By
Tracee Dahm
Rumors are spreading that grape juice helps you battle a stomach bug. Tracee Dahm, RDH, dives into what dental teams should know for their patients and their oral health.
January 9, 2025
Supermouth launches new electric toothbrush
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Supermouth has launched its ULTIM8 SmartBrush electric toothbrush, which features sonic cleaning, multiple brushing modes, and an ergonomic design.
January 7, 2025
These foods may be linked to a higher risk of gum disease
By
Ava Barros
Consuming these foods may be linked to a higher risk of developing periodontitis, according to a study published in the
International Dental Journal
.
January 7, 2025
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