Dental Hygiene: Page 57

Week in Review: Fluoride for older patients | Cool way to reduce postop pain | Nanobot toothbrush

By Theresa Pablos

September 16, 2022

Nanobots could replace your toothbrush

By Tiffany Chen

The concept of a toothbrush hasn't changed much in 5,000 years -- until now. Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania developed microscopic robots that can do the job of a toothbrush, dental floss, and oral rinse all in one.

September 15, 2022

Put the mouth back in the body

By Alex Dagostino

As part of a presentation delivered on September 13 at the 231st Meeting of the National Advisory Dental and Craniofacial Research Council, a former dean of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine related two examples that stress the importance of a partnership between dentistry and medicine.

September 15, 2022

Gum disease bone loss linked to higher risk of death in men

By Melissa Busch

Increased alveolar bone loss due to periodontitis may be associated with a heightened risk of all-cause death, according to a large study that followed U.S. men for decades. The findings were published on September 12 in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.

September 13, 2022

CDHA reacts to Canada's new dental benefit

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) has issued a statement about Canada's plan to provide direct, tax-free payments to cover dental visits for kids of qualifying families.

September 13, 2022

1 fluoride method does not fit all for elderly patients

By Alex Dagostino

Root caries is commonly found in older adults, with nearly half of the global older adult population affected. However, there is not one type of fluoride therapy that is superior to other types when it comes to preventing root caries in this age group, according to a review published on September 1 in the Journal of Dentistry.

September 11, 2022

Week in Review: What sugar does to enamel | ADA weighs in on Medicare changes | Caring for patients with cancer

By Theresa Pablos

September 9, 2022

Dr. Alvin Danenberg launches new book

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Alvin Danenberg's new book, Eat as if Your Life Depends on It!, launched September 9. Danenberg highlights the prevalence of gingivitis and periodontitis in the U.S. and describes the importance of a robust immune system to prevent chronic diseases, including periodontal disease and dental decay.

September 8, 2022

Large review links poor gum health to cognitive decline

By Alex Dagostino

Poor periodontal health negatively impacts cognition, according to a noteworthy review that was published on September 9 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society that analyzed existing evidence concerning the effect of poor periodontal health on cognitive decline and dementia.

September 8, 2022

Skagit Valley College dental therapy program receives accreditation

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Community Catalyst is celebrating Skagit Valley College receiving accreditation for its dental therapy program by the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation.

September 8, 2022

Which beverages cause the most dental erosion?

By Alex Dagostino

Which type of sugary drink causes the greatest amount of dental erosion to baby teeth? Researchers soaked 52 extracted molars in flavored milk, orange juice, and Pepsi for four weeks to find out. They shared their results in an article published on September 6 in the Pediatric Dental Journal.

September 7, 2022

Dentists have a place on cancer teams

By Melissa Busch

Many patients diagnosed with cancer put other health concerns, including dental problems, on the back burner, which could delay treatment and recovery. That's why a clinical instructor from New York University says dentists should be part of a patient's cancer team.

September 6, 2022

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