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Rapamycin may prevent radiation-induced mucositis
By Cynthia Keen
Research scientists from the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research have discovered a drug that protects stem cells and could prevent cancer patients from developing radiation-induced oral mucositis.
September 10, 2012
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Water fluoridation grants available in Iowa
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Iowa communities can now apply for grants to help them start putting fluoride in their water supplies or upgrade their existing fluoridation systems.
September 9, 2012
Marine sponge bacteria shed light on biofilm formation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new study of marine sponges could lead to an understanding of how to break up harmful bacterial biofilms, even on teeth.
September 9, 2012
Novel surgery rebuilds osteosarcoma patient's mandible
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new surgical technique can rebuild a functional lower mandible and mouth while preserving a patient's ability to eat and speak after removing an invasive facial tumor, according to researchers from the Henry Ford Hospital.
September 9, 2012
Genetic disease offers insight into head/neck cancer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Resveratrol, which is found in red wine, could prevent a variety of cancers in patients with Fanconi anemia, a rare genetic disorder, according to researchers at the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
September 9, 2012
Study examines patient satisfaction in restorative dentistry
By Rob Goszkowski
A large sample survey of dentists and their patients suggests that patients determine their satisfaction with restorative treatment based on interpersonal relations with their dentist and comfort during and after care.
September 9, 2012
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Treacher Collins syndrome ups risk of dental complications
By Kathy Kincade
A 10-year-old Texas boy with a genetic disorder that affects the structure of the face died two days after being anesthetized for a routine dental procedure. Anesthesia experts recommend dental practitioners familiarize themselves with this condition, known as Treacher Collins syndrome.
September 6, 2012
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HIV/AIDS patients offer unique oral health challenges
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
With the large number of existing and new cases of HIV infection worldwide, there is a parallel need for dental practitioners and other healthcare practitioners to carefully treat oral and periodontal conditions unique to HIV/AIDS, according to an article in Periodontology 2000.
September 5, 2012
Tokuyama introduces new desensitizing agent
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tokuyama Dental America is now offering a one-component, single application, light-cured protective sealant designed for treating hypersensitive dentin.
September 5, 2012
Tom's of Maine launches naturally whitening toothpaste
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tom's of Maine has introduced Botanically Bright toothpaste designed to naturally whiten teeth.
September 4, 2012
Ask Marty: What all-ceramic cement do you prefer?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: That is a great question, as the number of all-ceramic crowns is surpassing the number of porcelain fused to metal crowns being delivered in the U.S.
September 4, 2012
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Study: Coconut oil effective against S. mutans
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Digested coconut oil is able to attack Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria that cause caries, according to researchers from the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland.
September 3, 2012
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