Dental Hygiene: Page 269

Study finds perio disease treatment helps prostatitis symptoms
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Treating periodontal disease may reduce symptoms of prostate inflammation, according to a recent study published in the journal Dentistry.
May 6, 2015
ADEA: Is the U.S. dental safety net able to do more?
By Theresa Pablos
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) has released a policy brief detailing the state of the dental safety net in the U.S. The paper highlights concerning access-to-care issues, including a 16% increase in the number of emergency room visits for dental-related problems from 2006 to 2009.
May 6, 2015
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Comments on 2015 dietary guidelines due by May 8
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Public comments on the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are open until midnight EDT on May 8, 2015. One section of the report addresses the effects of added sugars and low-calorie sweeteners on dental caries.
May 5, 2015
Forward Science featured on oral cancer podcast
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Forward Science Technologies, developer of the OralID cancer screening device, has joined with Fortune Management for a podcast episode focused on oral cancer.
May 5, 2015
Advantage Silver, Elevate Oral Care launch Advantage Arrest SDF
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Advantage Silver Dental Arrest and Elevate Oral Care have launched Advantage Arrest silver diamine fluoride (SDF) 38% in the U.S.
May 5, 2015
VDA launches dental program for seniors in long-term care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Virginia Dental Association (VDA) has launched a yearlong program to improve the oral health of seniors living in long-term care facilities.
May 5, 2015
Henry Schein commits $500K in products to Nepal effort
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Henry Schein will provide $500,000 in product donations to support relief efforts for victims of the earthquake in Nepal.
May 4, 2015
DentalEZ introduces cordless prophy handpiece
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DentalEZ introduced the StarDental iStar cordless prophylaxis handpiece last week at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2015 meeting in Anaheim, CA.
May 4, 2015
CDA Presents 2015: Stroke prevention starts in the mouth
By Tony Edwards
ANAHEIM, CA - In a presentation on May 1 at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents meeting, periodontist Dr. Timothy Donley spoke about the increasing awareness of the link between oral healthcare and stroke prevention, and what dentists and hygienists can do to help their patients.
May 4, 2015
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Study: Robotic surgery could provide better outcomes for OPSCC patients
By Donna Domino
Transoral robotic surgery alone could provide better quality of life and outcomes for patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) than treatment with adjuvant radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy, according to a study in JAMA Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery.
May 4, 2015
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CDA Presents 2015: Rethinking the role of the dentist can save lives
By Theresa Pablos
ANAHEIM, CA - By understanding how inflammation and oral bacteria affect systemic health, the dental team can help save both teeth and lives, according to a presentation by DeWitt Wilkerson, DMD, at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2015 conference.
May 3, 2015
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Study: High dental costs strain personal finances worldwide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The high cost of dental care leaves many in several countries with little money for basic necessities, according to new study in PLOS One.
April 30, 2015
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