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Tooth-related factors linked to perio bone loss

By Lori Roniger

Tooth-related factors are linked to periodontal disease but systemic factors aren't, according to research presented at the recent 2018 American Association of Dental Research meeting. Results indicated that older patients are still vulnerable to bone loss, but minimally invasive treatments may reduce this risk.

March 28, 2018

GSK buys Novartis' stake in consumer venture for $13B

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has acquired Novartis' minority stake in the companies' consumer healthcare joint venture for $13 billion. The buyout means GSK has full control over the Sensodyne toothpaste brand and other consumer products.

March 26, 2018

AADR 2018: Does potassium iodide erode the benefits of SDF?

By Lori Roniger

Potassium iodide improves the appearance of teeth treated with silver diamine fluoride, but does it reduce its effectiveness? Researchers reported mixed results of its effects on dentin demineralization and bonding strength in a March 23 presentation at the 2018 American Association of Dental Research (AADR) meeting.

March 26, 2018

Tooth loss in middle age linked to heart disease

By Theresa Pablos

Losing at least two teeth in middle age is linked to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to new research presented at a 2018 American Heart Association meeting in New Orleans.

March 25, 2018

AADR 2018: Patients aren't motivated to floss

By Theresa Pablos

Patients aren't motivated to floss, according to research presented at the 2018 American Association of Dental Research (AADR) meeting in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Here's what you can do about it.

March 25, 2018

AADR 2018: Ultrasonic toothbrushes stand up to the test

By Theresa Pablos

Ultrasonic toothbrushes appear to effectively remove plaque and boost gingival health, according to pilot study presented this week at the 2018 American Association of Dental Research (AADR) meeting in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

March 22, 2018

AADR 2018: Kids' caries risk not increased by breastfeeding

By Lori Roniger

Does breastfeeding after introducing other dietary carbohydrates place children at greater risk for early childhood caries? Current recommendations are inconsistent. New research presented on March 22 at the 2018 American Association of Dental Research (AADR) annual meeting in Fort Lauderdale, FL, examined this issue.

March 22, 2018

HHS names new CDC director

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Robert Redfield, MD, has been named as the new director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by Alex Azar II, secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

March 21, 2018

New study links missing teeth and diabetes risk

By Tony Edwards

Is there a link between missing teeth and a patient's risk of developing diabetes? The findings of a new study, presented on March 19 at the 2018 Endocrine Society annual meeting, suggest there is. Researchers found a connection between a decline in glucose tolerance and an increased number of missing teeth.

March 20, 2018

Fad diets and oral health

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg was forwarded an email about fad diets and their effects on oral health, including bad breath and dehydration. The practical issues for Dr. Danenberg, however, are what is a fad diet and what do you tell your patients about these diets and their side effects.

March 20, 2018

Study asks if women with more kids have fewer teeth

By Tony Edwards

The old saying "Gain a child, lose a tooth" suggests that parents with more children have more missing teeth than people with fewer children. But is it true, or is this phrase an urban myth? Researchers wanted to see if evidence supported this saying and, if so, what impact does it have on a patient's oral health?

March 19, 2018

FDA seeks comment on lowering nicotine levels

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the next step toward the goal of lowering the levels of nicotine in cigarettes to minimal or nonaddictive levels.

March 15, 2018

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