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Pediatrics: Page 15
Fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size
By
Melissa Busch
Prenatal fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size, as well as higher odds of infants being born large for their gestational age, according to a large Swedish study published on August 20 in
Environmental Research
.
August 23, 2022
3 benefits of lasers for the modern dental practice
By
Dr. Ben Curtis
Dental lasers can significantly reduce the time it takes to complete a root canal procedure and other treatments compared to traditional high- and slow-speed handpieces. Dr. Ben Curtis shares three benefits of lasers and how he's incorporated them into his dental practice.
August 22, 2022
National Tooth Fairy Day: How much is a baby tooth worth?
By
Alex Dagostino
For kids, lost baby teeth are generally cause for celebration, as the tooth fairy is dishing out more cash than ever, with a national average of $5.36 per tooth. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day, the editorial team at DrBicuspid is taking a closer look at what the fairy is leaving behind.
August 22, 2022
Tooth staining tops list of parents' concerns about SDF
By
Alex Dagostino
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is an effective and efficient treatment for early childhood caries, but the resulting permanent black tooth staining is a top concern for parents considering its use for their children, according to a study that is being published in the October issue of the
Journal of Dentistry
.
August 17, 2022
Virtual reality can decrease pain for pediatric patients
By
Alex Dagostino
Want to reduce pain for your pediatric patients during painful or uncomfortable procedures? Try distracting them. In a study of pediatric patients, using virtual reality as a distraction reduced pain during rubber dam placement, according to a study published on August 6 in the
International Dental Journal
.
August 11, 2022
ADA calls for public comments on caries lesions treatment guideline
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA Science & Research Institute is seeking public comments for its proposed clinical practice guideline on restorative treatments for caries lesions.
August 9, 2022
What you need to know about the use of sevoflurane in kids
By
Melissa Busch
Clinicians can use 8% sevoflurane to safely induce anesthesia in children despite anecdotal reports that the sweet-smelling anesthetic can cause seizurelike, jerking movements, according to a recent review published in
Pediatric Anesthesia
.
August 7, 2022
Evidence lacks on benefit of school dental screenings for kids
By
Melissa Busch
Will children visit the dentist more often if they undergo oral health screenings at school? There's not enough research that shows screenings improve dental attendance, according to a review published on July 27 in the
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
.
August 1, 2022
How to address 2 common dental issues in older patients
By
Alex Dagostino
As patients age, dry mouth and caries become more common. Researcher Anita M. Mark explained the causes and what dentists can do to help prevent these conditions in older patients in a survey published on July 22 in the
Journal of the American Dental Association
.
July 25, 2022
1st reported dentigerous cyst found in NY infant
By
Melissa Busch
A bone-encased dentigerous cyst was removed from a 6-month-old in New York, according to a case report published on July 22 in the
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
. It is believed to be the first reported case involving an infant.
July 24, 2022
N.H. city still adds fluoride to water, for now
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
For now, a delivery of sodium fluoride, which is added to public drinking water to fend off tooth decay, has prevented a New Hampshire city from halting the fluoridation of its water system.
July 19, 2022
Rare bone marrow diseases linked to poor oral health
By
Alex Dagostino
Patients with genetic disorders that impair the formation of blood cells and platelets may also have poor oral health, according to a study published on July 7 in the
Pediatric Dental Journal
. The oral health effects may be directly related to the diseases or other factors related to the conditions.
July 13, 2022
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