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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

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

CDA Presents 2015: Periodontal disease requires comprehensive approach

By Tony Edwards

ANAHEIM, CA - Outcomes can be improved and patients can achieve systemic health benefits through the management of periodontal risk factors, according to a presentation by Dr. Jonathan S. Wong on the opening day of the California Dental Association CDA Presents 2015 meeting.

April 30, 2015

New oncology care dental residency program accredited

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Commission on Dental Accreditation has accredited a new general-practice dental residency program at Roswell Park Cancer Institute and the University at Buffalo.

April 29, 2015

CDA Presents 2015: Convergent unveils new hollow waveguides

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

ANAHEIM, CA - Convergent Dental is unveiling hollow waveguides for its Ultraguide Solea handpiece in three new sizes at the California Dental Association's 2015 CDA Presents meeting.

April 29, 2015

Convergent's Solea wins gold Edison Award

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Convergent Dental's Solea laser was awarded a gold medal at the 2015 Edison Award ceremony.

April 28, 2015

Ariz. clinic contacts dental patients after sterilization error

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A Tucson, AZ, health clinic has offered to screen dental patients after a sterilization error with several pieces of dental instruments.

April 28, 2015

Tumeric may offer potential therapy for HPV-related cancers

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Turmeric, a yellow spice common in Indian and Asian cooking, may have a therapeutic role in treating oral cancers associated with human papillomavirus (HPV), according to new research.

April 28, 2015

Dental groups applaud fluoride recommendation; opposition remains

By Donna Domino

Dental and public health groups are applauding the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' new recommendation for a single level of fluoride in community water systems. But critics assert the chemical used for fluoridation contains toxins.

April 28, 2015

School-based sealant programs are not making the grade

By Theresa Pablos

Most U.S. states are failing to make significant strides in school-based dental sealant programs, according to a new report by the Pew Charitable Trusts. Dentists can help children in their state by urging state legislatures to do more for children in high-need schools.

April 27, 2015

HHS recommends single level for fluoridation in new report

By Tony Edwards

While still backing the benefits of community water fluoridation, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recommended a new level for water fluoridation that is at the low range of its previous guidance. The move could pave the way for reductions in how much fluoride is being put into community water systems.

April 26, 2015

Wash. state leaders meet to improve oral health

By Donna Domino

Washington healthcare leaders gathered this week for a symposium to improve the state's oral health. More than 100 dentists, physicians, and healthcare experts met as state health officials focus on oral health's connection to overall health.

April 23, 2015

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