Periodontics: Page 191

Lasers continue to make waves in periodontology
By Rochelle Sharpe
The American Academy of Periodontology's recent adoption of the ADA's cautionary policy on laser treatment of periodontitis has added new fuel to the long-standing debate over the effectiveness of laser-assisted new attachment procedure.
October 11, 2009
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New toothpaste contains 1.1% sodium fluoride
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Research Based Preventive Products has introduced a new formulation of 1.1% sodium fluoride toothpaste (5,000 parts per million) called Denticious 5000. According to the company, 1.1% sodium fluoride toothpaste has been shown to remineralize tooth structure and can prevent cavities and white spot lesions.
October 7, 2009
Hygienists' association offers H1N1 prevention tips
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Hygienists' Association (CDHA) has issued a list of simple ways patients and oral health professionals and their patients can prevent catching and spreading the disease.
October 7, 2009
Periodontitis a risk factor for head and neck cancer
By Rabia Mughal
Chronic periodontitis has been shown to be an independent risk factor for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, according to a new study in Cancer Epidemiology.
October 6, 2009
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Researchers discover key biomarkers for periodontitis
By Kathy Kincade
Some surprising results from a study designed to find ways to streamline new product development at Colgate-Palmolive could pave the way for the development of a chairside periodontal health assessment tool.
October 5, 2009
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Brushing dentures may be best cleaning method
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Brushing removable dentures with a paste product might be the best way to keep them clean, suggests a new review.
October 5, 2009
Ask Marty: What do you think of ultraviolet toothbrush sanitizers?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: I think they are good to have, considering they don't cost much and have been shown to kill more than 99.9% of pathogenic bacteria that proliferate on your toothbrush every day.
October 4, 2009
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Philips debuts Sonicare FlexCare+ at ADA meeting
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Philips Sonicare has launched FlexCare+, the latest addition to its line of power toothbrushes, at this week's ADA annual meeting in Honolulu.
October 1, 2009
Gender and race affect neutrophil response to plaque
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Will neglecting to brush your teeth damage more than just your smile? Can failing to attack dental plaque increase your risk of heart damage? The answer to both questions may be yes if you are male and black, an Indiana University School of Dentistry study published in the August issue of the Journal of Dental Research reports.
September 24, 2009
Study supports germ-killing features of Listerine
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The results of a new clinical study demonstrate that the plaque and gingivitis germ-killing action of Listerine Antiseptic significantly reduces the amount of germs that travel from the mouth to the bloodstream in people with mild to moderate gingivitis.
September 23, 2009
Northern Arizona University hygiene students learn teledentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Advances in digital technologies are giving Northern Arizona University (NAU) dental hygiene students plenty to smile about.
September 21, 2009
Florida dentist promotes football team with toothpaste
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Florida dentist is showing his appreciation for the University of Florida's football team with a toothpaste he has named Gator Paste in honor of the school's alligator mascot.
September 20, 2009
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