Pediatrics: Page 24

Tonsillectomies boost risk of periodontitis

By Melissa Busch

The risk of periodontitis may be significantly higher in individuals who have their tonsils removed, and that risk is magnified for those younger than 12, according to a study published on October 28 in the Journal of Periodontology.

November 4, 2021

Dental visits decreased during the pandemic

By Hannah Welk

The frequency of dental visits decreased during the pandemic, especially during the period of lockdowns when dental practices were closed, according to an article published recently in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

November 2, 2021

National Council on Disability offers incentive award

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Council on Disability is offering a $100,000 award to give dental providers an incentive to treat patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Medicaid.

November 1, 2021

Use of povidone-iodine rinse may lead to iodine toxicity

By Melissa Busch

Gargling with povidone-iodine mouthwash, which has been used as a preprocedural rinse to control COVID-19 in dentistry, may result in a high ingestion rate of iodine, according to a study published October 21 in Biological Trace Element Research.

October 25, 2021

Sealant keeps kids caries-free longer, saves money

By Melissa Busch

Treating the molars of young children with sealant enables them to stay caries-free longer, while potentially saving the U.S. health system an estimated $149 million per year, according to a study published in the October issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association.

October 25, 2021

Study: Dentists should limit use of physical restraints for kids

By Melissa Busch

Though caregivers of pediatric dental patients reported mixed feelings about the use of physical restraints, they should be reserved for exceptional circumstances, according to a study published recently in JDR Clinical & Translational Research.

October 17, 2021

Decay already prevalent at kids' 1st dental visit

By Hannah Welk

More than 20% of children need restorative treatment by the time of their first dental exam, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The risk of treatment also increases with each year a child waits to see the dentist.

October 6, 2021

Ultradent debuts flavor-free fluoride varnish

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental material manufacturer Ultradent Products has added a flavor-free fluoride varnish to its Enamelast line.

October 5, 2021

Week in Review: NSAID for wisdom tooth pain | Fluoride makes essential drug list | Tips for no-shows

By Theresa Pablos

October 1, 2021

Fluoride toothpaste, SDF make WHO's list of essential drugs

By Melissa Busch

Oral health is having its moment on a global scale. The World Health Organization (WHO) will add fluoride toothpaste, silver diamine fluoride (SDF), and glass ionomer cement to its list of essential medications for adults and children.

September 30, 2021

Henry Schein's Back to School program returns to help children

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Henry Schein's 24th annual Back to School program for children is underway at 22 locations in the U.S., Canada, Spain, and Ireland.

September 26, 2021

Dislike of vegetables may have to do with kids' saliva

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Children's dislike of raw cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cabbage, may be connected to the salivary production of high levels of sulfur volatiles, according to research published on September 22 in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

September 22, 2021

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