Pediatrics: Page 39

P&G launches Tooth Fairy in a Box

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Procter & Gamble (P&G) brands Oral-B and Crest have launched Tooth Fairy in a Box, which aims to help parents turn a visit from the fantasy sprite into better brushing habits for their children.

November 14, 2019

Pediatric dentist allegedly overused restraints, nitrous oxide

By Melissa Busch

A pediatric dentist in New Hampshire is facing disciplinary action for professional misconduct for allegedly overusing physical restraints and nitrous oxide, as well as performing too much dental work during single appointments, according to news reports.

November 11, 2019

Lifelong exposure to fluoride reduces caries in kids

By Melissa Busch

PHILADELPHIA - Lifetime exposure to community water fluoridation is effective in reducing dental caries in the permanent teeth of teens and tweens, according to studying findings presented at the American Public Health Association 2019 annual meeting.

November 7, 2019

CDHP changes direction

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Children's Dental Health Project (CDHP) is turning over control of its online public health policy and advocacy research and analysis to health advocacy organization Community Catalyst.

November 5, 2019

ADA, Scholastic offer new tools for Tiny Smiles program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA and publisher Scholastic have invited family physicians to use new tools and resources for their Tiny Smiles dental health program.

November 4, 2019

CDA journal explores fluoride, pediatric pain, more

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The November issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association touches on several topics, including the history of water fluoridation in the state and pediatric pain.

October 31, 2019

Virtual dentist network offers patients second opinions

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Virtual care company TeleDentists now offers second opinions about dental procedures to patients.

October 31, 2019

Her lips are sealed -- literally

By Melissa Busch

A new internet challenge gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "my lips are sealed." Teens, mostly girls, are posting videos of themselves gluing their upper lips with different adhesives to achieve perfect pouts.

October 31, 2019

'Orthodontic' pacifier misleading to consumers, suit claims

By Melissa Busch

Two Illinois women have filed a class-action lawsuit against the maker of an orthodontic pacifier for toddlers, claiming the company's deceptive marketing and packaging led them to believe that the product promotes good oral health.

October 31, 2019

Teens' sugar, caffeine intakes rise as screen time spikes

By Melissa Busch

Teens who spend much of the day watching TV or on their phones consume more sugared, caffeinated drinks, linking extended screen time with potential health problems, including obesity, caries, and diabetes, according to a new study published October 22 in PLOS One.

October 30, 2019

Third of kids in Britain don't brush at bedtime

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Approximately 1 in 3 children younger than age 12 in Britain don't brush their teeth before bed, according to the findings of a new national survey.

October 28, 2019

Oral HPV rate tops 6% in female teens

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in the oral cavity was 6.2% among sexually active female adolescents in New York City, with a significant decrease in HPV prevalence among those who previously received the HPV vaccine, according to a study published online October 25 in JAMA Network Open.

October 28, 2019

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