Periodontics: Page 106

Salivary protein shows diagnostic promise
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A protein in saliva that can be used for the early detection of sepsis cases offers new potential for tracking diseases, according to research from Malmö University in Sweden.
June 3, 2012
NYC moves to ban large sugary drinks
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In an attempt to battle the rising obesity level, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is proposing to ban the sale of large sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants, movie theaters, and streetcars throughout the city, according to an article in the New York Times.
May 30, 2012
NJ Society of Periodontists now on social media
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The New Jersey Society of Periodontists recently launched a social media program to connect consumers and other healthcare professionals with New Jersey's board-certified periodontists, and provide access to the latest information regarding gum disease, dental implant surgery, and general oral health.
May 30, 2012
SciCan offers direct-to-drain system for autoclaves
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
SciCan has expanded its Statim brand with the STATFlow, a direct-to-drain system designed for use with the Statim 2000 and 5000 casette autoclaves.
May 30, 2012
Ancient tongue health concept behind new app
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
An ancient Chinese system of medicine using the appearance of the tongue to determine the body's health has been adapted by University of Missouri researchers.
May 29, 2012
Study: Women's hormonal changes impact oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Hormonal changes that take place during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause can influence women's oral health, according to a study in Oral Health & Preventive Dentistry.
May 29, 2012
C3 Jian moves forward with oral health drug
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has accepted an investigational new drug application from C3 Jian for the company's synthetic peptide, designed to target Streptococcus mutans and other oral bacteria.
May 23, 2012
Debate flares up about Milwaukee's fluoridated water
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Milwaukee alderman has started a heated debate after revealing earlier this week that he intends to introduce legislation to end the city's water fluoridation program.
May 23, 2012
Study: No clinical advantage of lasers for perio maintenance
By Rabia Mughal
Adjunctive use of an Nd:YAG laser does not enhance periodontal maintenance care programs compared to scaling and root planing alone, according to a study to be presented at the International Association for Dental Research annual meeting next month in Brazil.
May 22, 2012
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Do dental hygienists know enough about implants?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental hygienists are interested in learning more about dental implants whether or not their dental hygiene education included content on implants, according to a study published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene by researchers from the department of dental hygiene at Georgia Health Sciences University.
May 21, 2012
IntelliDent introduces breathable toothbrush shield
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
IntelliDent has introduced the Toothbrush Shield designed to replace plastic snap-on caps that trap and breed bacteria.
May 17, 2012
Study: High-fructose diet sabotages learning, memory
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), have demonstrated how a diet steadily high in fructose slows the brain, hampering memory and learning, as well as how omega-3 fatty acids can counteract the disruption.
May 16, 2012
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