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ADA updates guidelines for patients at risk of osteonecrosis
By Rabia Mughal
While the chances of patients developing osteonecrosis of the jaw from oral bisphosphonate therapy remains low, patients at risk should still receive special consideration from dentists, according to a new report from the ADA.
December 10, 2008
Oregon institute, Chemeketa college offer joint dental hygiene program
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Oregon Institute of Technology and the Chemeketa Community College have agreed to offer a joint dental hygiene program at Chemeketa's Salem campus.
December 1, 2008
Periodontal disease linked to metabolic syndrome
By Reuters Health
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Dec 2 - In middle-aged adults, gum disease goes hand in hand with the metabolic syndrome, U.K. researchers report.
December 1, 2008
Gum disease tied to worse mental function
By Reuters Health
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Dec 1 - People with gingivitis (gum disease) have worse mental function than their peers whose gums are in better shape, a new analysis of U.S. data shows.
November 30, 2008
Gum disease an indicator of cardiovascular disease risk
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Individuals reporting a history of periodontal disease were more likely to have increased levels of inflammation, a risk factor for heart disease, compared to those who reported no history of periodontal disease, according to a new study.
November 24, 2008
EFSA: Xylitol chewing gum reduces caries risk
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has come out in support of claims that chewing gum containing xylitol can help reduce the risk of caries.
November 23, 2008
Dentists, hygienists debate role of 'midlevel provider'
By Kathy Kincade
The ADA, American Dental Hygienists' Association, and Academy of General Dentistry all agree that improving access to oral healthcare in underserved communities is a critical issue. But they can't seem to agree on the best approach. Meanwhile, millions of Americans are suffering from lack of dental care.
November 16, 2008
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Irish dental council approves clinical dental technicians
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Dental Council of Ireland has established the role of the clinical dental technician (CDT) as a class of dental auxiliary.
November 10, 2008
Wrigley and Cadbury clash over Recaldent gum
By Rabia Mughal
The Federal Trade Commission is reviewing a complaint by Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company that Cadbury USA does not have adequate evidence to back claims it has made in Trident Xtra Care gum ads about the oral benefits of Recaldent.
November 6, 2008
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Dr. Fresh acquires Binaca, Tek, Dentax brands
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Fresh, a manufacturer and distributor of oral and personal care products, has purchased the Binaca, Tek, and Dentax brands of breath sprays and other oral care products from Ascendia Brands.
November 4, 2008
Global toothpaste market to top $12 billion by 2012
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The global toothpaste market is projected to reach $12.7 billion by the year 2012, according to new market research from Global Industry Analysts.
November 2, 2008
Gum disease common with rheumatoid arthritis
By Reuters Health
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Oct 30 - Symptoms of gum disease are common in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and may be an independent marker of RA disease activity, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology meeting in San Francisco.
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