Dental Hygiene: Page 54

Report: E-cigarettes increase risks to oral health

By Erik L. Ridley

Vaping is associated with an elevated risk of oral health problems, including gum disease, dental decay, bone loss, and hairy tongue, according to a report released by the nonprofit CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.

February 14, 2023

SDF comparable to sealants for preventing cavities

By Kate Madden Yee

A dose of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) brushed onto children's teeth as part of a school-based oral health program prevents cavities as effectively as sealants, according to a study published on February 9 in JAMA Network Open.

February 13, 2023

Is it thyme to tackle bad breath with a new approach?

By Melissa Busch

Using a thyme mouth rinse periodontal treatment may improve gingivitis and reduce bad breath better than other mouthwashes, according to a new study published on February 9 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.

February 13, 2023

3 ways technology is shaping the future of dentistry

By Dr. James Younger

The technological age will have a wide range of effects on dentistry, including new diagnostic equipment, creative preventive strategies, and groundbreaking treatments. Dr. James Younger breaks down the ways that technology is shaping the future of dentistry.

February 13, 2023

Sugar, early end of breastfeeding ups risk for dental caries in infants

By Erik L. Ridley

Including sugar in the diet of infants and early interruption of breastfeeding increases the risk of dental caries in children by the age of 2, according to research published in Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology.

February 12, 2023

Bad breath tops list of partner turnoffs

By Melissa Busch

With Valentine's Day tomorrow, who doesn't want to know what turns off partners? Unsurprisingly, bad breath tops the list, according to a recent poll from oral care product company SmartMouth and research firm OnePoll.

February 12, 2023

Grant given to create remote-controlled tooth cleaning tool

By Will Morton

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has received a $256,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to develop magnetic nanotechnology for use in at-home dental care products.

February 8, 2023

OraPharma to pay $100K to settle false Medicare claim case

By Melissa Busch

Oral health product firm OraPharma has agreed to pay $100,000 to resolve claims that incentive compensation it paid to account managers, who were also dental hygienists, resulted in the submission of false claims to Medicare, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

February 8, 2023

BDA survey finds 'shocking' state of children's oral health in U.K.

By Erik L. Ridley

A survey of secondary teachers in the U.K. commissioned by the British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed a "shocking" state of oral health for children, exacerbated by increases in the cost of living.

February 7, 2023

How to tell patients that dental care is a need (not a want)

By Dr. James V. Anderson

Patients need preventive and restorative care. However, when times are tough, they may not have the funds to pay for dental care. Dr. James V. Anderson offers tips on how to communicate with patients who are hesitant about accepting treatment.

February 7, 2023

Royal Philips partners with Candid Care

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Royal Philips, maker of the Philips Sonicare toothbrush, has partnered with Candid Care to accelerate the development of its professional network and the CandidPro orthodontic platform.

February 6, 2023

Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment

By Kate Madden Yee

Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment, according to a study published by Danish researchers in the Journal of Dental Research. Heavy smokers with severe inflammation may have no benefit from periodontal therapy, the research found.

February 5, 2023

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