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Let kids eat Halloween candy

By Helaine Smith, DMD, MBA

As Halloween approaches, Dr. Helaine Smith explains in her column, The Mouth Physician, why it's OK for kids to enjoy candy on this special holiday.

October 9, 2008

Mouthwashes work but may stain teeth for a while

By Reuters Health

NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Oct 10 - Over-the-counter mouthwashes really do kill bad breath, although some may stain the tongue and teeth, at least temporarily, according to the first systematic review of the effectiveness of these products.

October 9, 2008

Let's be more than just tooth plumbers

By Helaine Smith, DMD, MBA

Dr. Helaine Smith shares her thoughts and views on the many interesting topics that dentists encounter while practicing modern dentistry in her new Second Opinion column, The Mouth Physician.

September 30, 2008

Johnson & Johnson launches new toothbrush and floss

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Johnson & Johnson has introduced the New Reach Ultraclean Toothbrush and Floss, which provide superior plaque removal, according to the company.

September 25, 2008

Crown lengthening pleases some patients

By Laird Harrison

Dentists can make many patients happy by lengthening their crowns, according to James Kohner, D.D.S., a Scottsdale, AZ, periodontist who specializes in the procedure. But it's a tricky procedure, and requires a good understanding of biologic margin.

September 24, 2008

Dental experts offer tips for helping smokers quit

By Rabia Mughal

Cigarettes are a leading cause of cancer, heart attacks -- and periodontal disease. Dentists can play a key role in helping patients quit smoking, according to a panel of experts at the California Dental Association Fall Scientific Session last week.

September 17, 2008

Multicenter trial to study periodontitis/diabetes link

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Dental Medicine and School of Medicine received a $12.5 million five-year grant from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to conduct a multicenter clinical trial to evaluate whether treatment of chronic periodontitis may help to improve diabetes control.

September 14, 2008

California dental experts push prevention

By Laird Harrison

SAN FRANCISCO - Too many dentists are acting like mechanics instead of doctors, according to organizers of the California Dental Association fall meeting, which kicked off Thursday with an all-day session on caries management by risk assessment.

September 11, 2008

CDA Foundation showcases CAMBRA at conference

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The California Dental Association (CDA) Foundation is promoting a new oral health campaign at the CDA's 2008 Fall Scientific Session Conference this week in San Francisco. The campaign showcases caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA), designed to help dentists assess the risk for cavities and other oral health problems.

September 10, 2008

Study: Oral health outreach works with newer immigrants

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Tapping into the desire to have an attractive smile is the best motivator for improving oral hygiene, and new immigrants are the most receptive to oral health messages, according to a new study to be published in the Journal of Consumer Research.

August 21, 2008

Ultreo launches toothbrush rebate program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The power toothbrush company Ultreo this month announced "Share a Smile," a referral program that rewards both the dentist and the patient.

August 19, 2008

New bacteria could help battle tooth decay

By Rabia Mughal

British researchers have discovered a new species of bacteria that could aid in the development of better prevention methods and treatment of oral diseases.

August 18, 2008

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