Dental Hygiene: Page 32

Group working to get more students dental exams, preventive care

By Ava Barros

Early Smiles Sacramento, a program of the nonprofit organization Center for Oral Health, has launched an oral health program that aims to increase the number of school-aged children who undergo dental exams and fluoride varnish application.

November 9, 2023

Lose weight, gain caries. Maybe?

By Melissa Busch

Patients who undergo bariatric surgery may face a greater risk of developing caries compared to those who have medical treatment, including drug therapy.

November 8, 2023

This killer combination takes a bite out of caries

By Ava Barros

The combination of ferumoxytol, an iron replacement, and stannous fluoride may eliminate dental caries in high-risk patients, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania.

November 7, 2023

Proclaim offering dental teams trial of oral irrigator

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Health company Proclaim is looking for dental professionals interested in trying its Custom-Jet Oral Irrigator.

November 3, 2023

What’s motivating more dental visits?

By Liz Carey

Commissioned research by Delta Dental Plans Association surveyed audiences about what compels them to visit the dentist as well as their oral hygiene habits.

November 2, 2023

Implant surgery-related infections low despite antibiotic regimen

By Melissa Busch

Infections rates appear to be relatively low for bone augmentation procedures prior to dental implant treatment regardless of prophylactic antibiotic regimen.

November 1, 2023

Daily brushing could be good for heart health

By Amerigo Allegretto

Daily brushing and flossing not only lead to healthy gums and bright, shiny teeth, but they can protect one's heart, according to research published in the International Journal of Oral Science.

November 1, 2023

Emory to study ties between periodontal disease, Alzheimer's risk

By Amerigo Allegretto

Emory University recently received a grant to study how the oral microbiome is tied to the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

October 30, 2023

Think twice before encouraging patients to use mouthwash

By Melissa Busch

Mouthwash may offer little value for patients with a low risk of caries and good periodontal health. Its use may lead to other health problems, according to a review.

October 26, 2023

Why now is the time to create a vaping policy at your dental practice

By Janice Janssen

With vaping among Gen Z on the rise and more of that generation coming into dental practices, how are you prepared to discuss vaping with your employees and patients?

October 25, 2023

Pa. hygienists may soon do school dental checkups

By Melissa Busch

A proposed bill would allow dental hygienists in Pennsylvania to perform state-required dental screenings for children in public school.

October 18, 2023

Kevin Bacon could be one of the biggest advocates of flossing

By Kevin Henry

When actor-musician Kevin Bacon was recently asked for three things he would want to leave behind as advice, flossing made the list.

October 17, 2023

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