Dentures: Page 7

Do CAD/CAM dentures outperform heat-cured models?
By Tony Edwards
Manufacturers have claimed that CAD/CAM dentures possess superior mechanical properties compared with conventional heat-cured dentures. In a new study, researchers compared two CAD/CAM denture specimens with a heat-cured specimen to see if the claims held up.
June 27, 2018
2016 09 14 16 41 12 563 Cad Cam System Tech Woman 400
Does CAD/CAM prep cause tooth volume loss?
By Tony Edwards
One concern when using CAD/CAM milled restorations for mandibular first molars is the potential loss of volume during preparation compared with conventionally fabricated restorations. But does this concern stand up to scrutiny? A new study put five types of restorations through their paces to find out.
May 22, 2018
2017 01 18 12 22 46 330 Crown Tooth 400
The future looks bright for 3D-printed dentures
By Lori Roniger
Less expensive but good-enough 3D-printed dentures will be a reality in the near future, according to a presentation at the 3DHeals 3D printing conference in San Francisco. Improving technologies are making denture production quicker and simpler.
April 23, 2018
2017 04 24 15 39 42 105 3d Printing Ball 400
Do certain techniques or materials produce better dentures?
By Lori Roniger
What are the best techniques and materials for making final impressions for complete and removable partial dentures? As there is no clinical consensus, researchers conducted a review of the published literature and published their findings in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.
April 15, 2018
2017 03 17 16 12 13 771 Dentures 400
Tooth-related factors linked to perio bone loss
By Lori Roniger
Tooth-related factors are linked to periodontal disease but systemic factors aren't, according to research presented at the recent 2018 American Association of Dental Research meeting. Results indicated that older patients are still vulnerable to bone loss, but minimally invasive treatments may reduce this risk.
March 28, 2018
2017 07 07 13 34 02 577 Teeth Periodontal Disease 400
Tooth loss in middle age linked to heart disease
By Theresa Pablos
Losing at least two teeth in middle age is linked to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to new research presented at a 2018 American Heart Association meeting in New Orleans.
March 25, 2018
2016 08 29 15 19 24 260 Heart Health Stethoscope 400
Study seeks best cleanser for denture biofilm
By Tony Edwards
While keeping dentures clean can be a challenge, it is important for a patient's oral health to try to eliminate Candida albicans biofilm that grows on these appliances. A new study tested three denture cleansers on three different denture resins to find out how effective they are against this fungus.
February 6, 2018
2017 03 17 16 12 13 771 Dentures 400
Can maintaining good oral health help prevent frailty?
By Lori Roniger
Can preventing tooth loss and dry mouth in older people help to keep them strong? A study examined the relationship between various oral health issues and frailty in the elderly, with the results suggesting a possible role for oral healthcare management in staving off this type of physical deterioration.
January 18, 2018
2017 03 23 09 31 27 127 Patient Elderly Holding Hand 400
Implant-retained dentures tied to higher quality of life
By Theresa Pablos
The type of denture your patients have appears to have a long-term impact on how satisfied they are with their oral health-related quality of life. A new study found that patients with implant-retained overdentures reported a significantly better quality of life than those with conventional dentures.
December 28, 2017
2017 03 17 16 12 13 771 Dentures 400
Case report: Overuse of denture fixative causes rare neurological disorder
By Tony Edwards
What's in the denture fixative your patients use and could it lead to health issues? For one 62-year-old patient, the long-term overuse of a fixative with zinc caused him to lose feeling in both of his legs. A new case report details the need to be aware of how your patients are using over-the-counter fixatives.
August 7, 2017
2017 08 07 19 30 56 457 Denture Cream 400
New product: Vita debuts line of dentures
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Vita North America has launched a new line of dentures.
May 30, 2017
2017 05 30 17 01 06 766 Vita Vitapan Excell 200
Improving oral quality of life for nursing home residents
By Lori Roniger
What is the level of oral health-related quality of life among elderly nursing home residents, and how does it relate to prosthetic needs? A new study found that oral quality-of-life levels were low and the need for denture-related treatment high, with certain factors placing residents at greater risk.
May 8, 2017
2017 03 23 09 31 27 127 Patient Elderly Holding Hand 400
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