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Periodontics: Page 133
Miconazole tablets effective on candidiasis
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Miconazole buccal tablets are an effective treatment for oropharyngeal candidiasis, although the cost can be prohibitive for some patients, according to an article in the
Journal of Patient Preference and Adherence
.
August 25, 2011
Parents can pass dental disease to babies
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Most parents don't know they can pass harmful bacteria from their mouth to their baby's mouth. In fact, less than a third of American caregivers (32%) realize they can pass dental disease to their baby, according to a survey conducted by Delta Dental Plans Association.
August 24, 2011
Survey finds hygienists feel unprepared to treat elderly
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Many hygienists feel unprepared to treat elderly patients with special needs, according to a study in the
International Journal of Dental Hygiene
.
August 23, 2011
Plackers, OHA expand oral health partnership
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Building on a partnership that began in 2010, Plackers will sponsor the first Oral Health America (OHA) Smiles Across America Innovation Grants.
August 22, 2011
Chemists ID protein in dental biofilm bacterium
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Two chemists at the University of California, San Diego have discovered the most naturally variable protein known to date in a bacterium that is a key player in the formation of dental plaque.
August 21, 2011
Proposed bill follows VA infection-control scandal
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
U.S. Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) is introducing federal legislation that would let the government fine and imprison for up to one year U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration employees who intentionally fail to follow infection-control practices, according to a story in the
Dayton Daily News
.
August 21, 2011
New infection-control rules take effect in Calif.
By
Kathy Kincade
Dental professionals in California, take note: New infection-control regulations announced by the Dental Board of California took effect August 20. And some dental team members may not be too happy with the changes.
August 21, 2011
OSAP seeking submissions for 2012 symposium
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is looking for dental care professionals to conduct seminars, presentations, and workshops at its 2012 symposium.
August 17, 2011
Leaders in Dentistry: A conversation with Dr. Donald Clem
By
Rabia Mughal
Should dentists screen for conditions such as heart disease and diabetes? What role can midlevel providers play in improving access to care? Do soft-tissue lasers add clinical value to periodontal disease treatment? Dr. Donald S. Clem III, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, shares his thoughts on these key issues.
August 16, 2011
Ore. law supports dental therapist pilot projects
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber has signed into law a bill that will allow the Oregon Health Authority to establish pilot projects for dental therapists and community dental health educators.
August 15, 2011
Mydent offers nitrile gloves
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Mydent International has expanded its line of dental gloves with Defend nitrile exam gloves.
August 14, 2011
Bacteria linked with early caries found in infant saliva
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new University of Illinois study confirms the presence of bacteria associated with early childhood caries (ECC) in infant saliva.
August 14, 2011
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