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Baby teeth decay may be linked to obesity
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A preliminary University at Buffalo study of young children undergoing treatment for cavities in their baby teeth found that nearly 28% had a body mass index (BMI) above the 85th percentile, indicating overweight or obesity.
June 21, 2010
Evidence-based dentistry not just for dentists
By Kathy Kincade
With the advent of lightning-quick access to information and the growing emphasis on preventive care and the oral-systemic link, hygienists and dental assistants are being called upon to adopt evidence-based decision-making into their daily clinical practice.
June 21, 2010
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Dental outreach programs begin in Africa, Asia
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Work the World Dental Outreach 2010 has launched oral health education and outreach programs in Ghana, India, Nepal, and Tanzania.
June 20, 2010
Oral Health America launches Fall for Smiles campaign
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oral Health America (OHA) announced the launch of Fall for Smiles, a public messaging campaign conducted in collaboration with Oral Healthcare Can't Wait, an initiative of the Dental Trade Alliance.
June 17, 2010
SUNY Canton hygiene program earns ADHA award
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) is recognizing the State University of New York (SUNY) Canton's dental hygiene program for its extensive work in the community for the third consecutive year.
June 16, 2010
Dental floss firm goes solar
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Thornton International, a manufacturer of yarn-based interdental cleaning products for people with gum diseases and dental bridges and implants, has completed installation of a solar panel system at its headquarters and production facility in Norwalk, CT.
June 16, 2010
Oragenics gets $500K government grant
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oragenics has received a National Science Foundation grant of $500,000 to support its research into a new antibiotic with potential against bacteria resistant to other antibiotics.
June 14, 2010
If mom has tooth decay, child likely does too
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Untreated tooth decay in mothers almost doubles the odds of tooth decay in their children, according to a University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) study that examined the oral health of rural Hispanic families.
June 14, 2010
Wash. school caries-prevention program unsuccessful
By Laird Harrison
An effort to reduce cavities by applying fluoride varnish and sealants in Pierce County, WA, schoolchildren failed, the county health department reported this month.
June 13, 2010
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Biolase gets Canadian OK for iLase
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Biolase has received clearance from the Health Canada Medical Devices Bureau to sell its iLase personal dental laser systems throughout Canada.
June 10, 2010
OroScience launches oral wound care product
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
OroScience is introducing its Periogenix oral wound dressing technology at the 10th International Symposium on Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry in Boston, June 10-13.
June 9, 2010
CariFree launches xylitol lollipops for kids
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
CariFree has developed Xyli-Tots Lollies, caries-fighting, sugar-free lollipops for kids that come in five flavors: cherry chuckles, citrus smile, grape giggles, lime laughs, and raspberry riddles.
June 8, 2010
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