Dental Hygiene: Page 280

New CDC report highlights U.S. children's caries problem

By Theresa Pablos, Donna Domino

Almost 25% of U.S. children between the ages of 2 and 5 have caries in their primary teeth, according to a new report issued Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Overall, disparities persisted in the U.S. for dental caries and sealant use among children and adolescents from 2011 to 2012.

March 4, 2015

CDA, others advocate for improved Medi-Cal reimbursement rates

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In a hearing on Wednesday in Sacramento, CA, the president of the California Dental Association (CDA) and other experts testified that California's very low Medi-Cal reimbursement rates had become an access-to-care issue when it comes to the state's children receiving necessary dental treatment.

March 3, 2015

Higher fluoridation levels in England linked to hypothyroidism

By Donna Domino

Water fluoridation above a certain level is linked to higher rates of hypothyroidism in England, according to a new study in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. The study findings raise concerns about the validity of community fluoridation as a safe public health measure, the authors noted.

March 3, 2015

Cigna grants $103K to foundation helping underserved kids

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Cigna Foundation is granting $103,000 to the Healthy Smiles Mobile Dental Foundation, an organization bringing dental care to thousands of children in California's Central Valley.

March 2, 2015

2015 Chicago Midwinter Meeting wrap-up

By Tony Edwards

CHICAGO - The 150th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting concluded this past weekend. Despite subfreezing temperatures, there was a busy exhibit floor, standing-room-only clinical presentations, and dozens of new products launched.

March 2, 2015

Endosseous implants most reported dental device linked to adverse events

By Rabia Mughal

Your dental practice uses a range of devices every day, but do you consider that some of them come with the slight risk of accidents or injury? A new study has found that more than 28,000 adverse event reports associated with dental devices were filed with the FDA during a 15-year period, with endosseous implants the most frequently reported device.

March 2, 2015

Chicago Midwinter 2015: OSAP set to launch Safest Dental Visit program

By Donna Domino

CHICAGO - The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) announced at the 150th Chicago Midwinter Meeting that it will launch the Safest Dental Visit infection-control education program this spring. A coalition of clinicians, manufacturers, and infection-control educators will work together to ensure patient safety and safe practice environments during dental visits.

March 1, 2015

CloSYS launches mint-flavored oral rinse at Chicago Midwinter

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

CloSYS launched its new preflavored, alcohol-free oral healthcare rinse at the 2015 Chicago Midwinter Meeting.

February 26, 2015

Brasseler announces rebrand at Chicago Midwinter

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Brasseler USA has launched a new branding initiative at the 2015 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. The rebranding, which includes a refreshed logo, will take place throughout this year and beyond.

February 26, 2015

Patterson launches educational campaign on gray-market products

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Patterson Dental has launched an educational campaign to help protect dentists and their patients from purchasing or using potentially unsafe dental products, or gray-market products. The initiative will largely be orchestrated through its new website, www.DentalSupplyIntegrity.com.

February 26, 2015

Rutgers study focuses on rare perio disease in African-American kids

By Donna Domino

A rare form of periodontitis that affects African-American children is the focus of a study by researchers at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. A $3.2 million National Institutes of Health grant will pinpoint biological markers in saliva that can predict whether bone loss will occur from the disease and which teeth it will affect before there are symptoms.

February 26, 2015

Chicago Midwinter 2015: Good ergonomics can preserve your dental career

By Donna Domino

CHICAGO - Good ergonomics can preserve the longevity of your dental career, according to a presentation at the 150th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. Being mindful of your working techniques can enhance your dexterity and preserve your strength while avoiding neck and back pain.

February 26, 2015

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