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By Theresa Pablos
July 9, 2021
Tooth loss is a risk factor for dementia
By Hannah Welk
Tooth loss is a risk factor for cognitive impairment and dementia, according to a meta-analysis published on July 8 in the Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. What's worse, the risk of cognitive decline increases with each lost tooth.
July 7, 2021
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AI can be a powerful tool for predicting tooth loss
By Theresa Pablos
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a powerful tool for predicting tooth loss, according to the findings of a June 18 study in PLOS One. Algorithms that included medical and socioeconomic data showed promising performance for predicting edentulism, tooth loss, and lack of a functional dentition.
June 24, 2021
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What do people think about others with missing teeth?
By Melissa Busch
Many people not only consider income level a defining factor for tooth loss but also associate fatter paychecks and higher social standing with having fewer missing teeth, according to data recently released by online market research platform DentaVox.
February 23, 2021
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Looking for an easier way to copy dentures? It's here
By Melissa Busch
Clinicians can duplicate complete dentures quickly and easily with a general intraoral scanner and free, downloadable CAD software, according to a study published on February 3 in the Journal of Prosthodontics.
February 16, 2021
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Dementia, mild cognitive decline linked to gum disease
By Melissa Busch
Dementia and mild cognitive impairment may be linked to periodontal disease, specifically the type of gum damage that results in tooth loss, according to a study published online July 29 in Neurology.
August 2, 2020
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Illegal teeth-whitening cases rise 26% in U.K.
By Melissa Busch
Reports of illegal teeth whitening, which can leave patients with burns, blisters, and tooth loss, soared by 26% in the U.K. in 2019. That percentage may be higher since the data are based on customers' reports, according to an article published on February 10 by the BBC.
February 10, 2020
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Review links metabolic syndrome with tooth loss
By Theresa Pablos
A new review published in the December edition of the Journal of the American Dental Association has linked metabolic syndrome with tooth loss. People with metabolic syndrome had fewer teeth and were more likely to have nonfunctional dentition, the review found.
December 9, 2019
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U.K. teeth condition worse now than in 17th century
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Modern-day British people have more tooth loss and decay than British people from as far back as the 17th century, according to new research.
November 3, 2019
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Dentsply Sirona, Carbon launch printable denture system
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Denstply Sirona and digital manufacturing company Carbon have launched a printable denture material and workflow system.
September 12, 2019
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Study confirms long-term perio treatment works
By Theresa Pablos
The science is in: Long-term periodontal therapy appears to prevent tooth loss and tissue damage. A new study found that decades-long periodontal treatment at a general dentist's office helped patients maintain healthy gums.
July 30, 2019
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Study finds dental visits decline with age
By Theresa Pablos
The number of dental visits decline as people age and dramatically drop after age 80, according to a new study. The researchers worry that the lack of preventive dental care could lead to tooth decay and loss for these patients.
July 25, 2019
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