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New materials designed to fight pathogens, reduce caries
By Lori Roniger
The development of secondary caries and bacterial acid formation leads to many dental restoration failures. However, researchers are concocting clever new polymer-based dental materials to combat such problems, as discussed at the recent International Association for Dental Research (IADR) meeting.
March 29, 2017
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How effective is teledentistry in nursing homes?
By Lori Roniger
Teledentistry has been suggested as a solution to combat the dental neglect increasingly prevalent among elderly residents of long-term care facilities. But is the technology ready for its close-up? A new study compared teledentistry to face-to-face examination for diagnosing dental pathology.
March 29, 2017
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IADR 2017: How do value-brand sonic toothbrushes measure up?
By Tony Edwards
Studies have shown that power or sonic toothbrushes are efficient at plaque removal; however, expensive brand-name brushes are often used. A poster at the 2017 International Association for Dental Research (IADR) annual meeting described how value-brand toothbrushes performed as an alternative.
March 28, 2017
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Product highlights from IDS 2017: Part 2
By Kevin Henry
COLOGNE, GERMANY - Dental journalist Kevin Henry attended the 2017 International Dental Show (IDS) and saw a number of new technologies at the meeting. The second part of his exclusive roundup of new products on display features cosmetic, endodontic, imaging, and restorative products.
March 27, 2017
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IADR 2017: Lower water fluoridation level effective in preventing caries
By Theresa Pablos
SAN FRANCISCO - Reducing community water fluoridation to 0.7 mg/L appears to be effective at reducing fluoride exposure while still preventing caries, according to research presented at the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) annual meeting.
March 23, 2017
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IADR 2017: SDF outperforms fluoride varnish on baby teeth
By Theresa Pablos
SAN FRANCISCO - Despite its flaws, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) may be the best option for arresting caries development in baby teeth. SDF was significantly more effective than fluoride varnish in preventing biofilm formation in a new study, presented at the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) annual meeting.
March 23, 2017
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Hygiene Insider: How effective is teledentistry in nursing homes?
By Tony Edwards
March 22, 2017
Ariz. institute receives $270K to expand care access
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Brighter Way Institute has received a $270,000 grant to expand oral healthcare services to uninsured and underinsured adults and children throughout metropolitan Phoenix.
March 21, 2017
New products: Philips Sonicare debuts smart toothbrush, breath care system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Philips Sonicare has introduced a new smart toothbrush and a breath care system at this week's International Dental Show in Cologne, Germany.
March 21, 2017
Missing teeth may be a risk factor for dementia
By Theresa Pablos
Missing teeth may be a risk factor for developing dementia, the researchers of a new study have found. The more teeth older adults were missing, the more likely they were to develop dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, in the next few years, according to their findings.
March 19, 2017
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How to boost the oral health of Latino kids
By Lori Roniger
Why is the caries rate higher for Latino children compared with other kids in the U.S., and what strategies can help lower caries prevalence? Researchers partnered with a community organization to conduct focus groups with Latino parents, and they reached some intriguing conclusions about how to better meet the dental needs of these children.
March 16, 2017
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Are power toothbrushes harming your patients' teeth?
By Lori Roniger
Power toothbrushes and whitening toothpastes are popular, but could they be too abrasive? A new study found that simulated long-term use of a power toothbrush combined with an abrasive whitening toothpaste produced significantly more dentin loss than with a manual toothbrush.
March 15, 2017
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