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ADA responds to water fluoridation study
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA has reinforced its support for community water fluoridation in a statement on August 19 following a controversial fluoride study.
August 20, 2019
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Study questions whether fluoride can lower kids' IQ
By Theresa Pablos
Prenatal fluoride exposure may have neurotoxic effects, according to a study published August 19 in JAMA Pediatrics. Researchers found that children with greater prenatal fluoride exposure had lower IQ scores as preschoolers.
August 19, 2019
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Prenatal vitamin D improves kids' dental health
By Theresa Pablos
Prenatal exposure to vitamin D may bolster children's dental health. The children of women who took high doses of vitamin D during pregnancy had fewer enamel defects at age 6 in a new study, published in JAMA Pediatrics.
August 15, 2019
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Stem cells may be key to tooth repair in the future
By Melissa Busch
Researchers have discovered a new population of stem cells that holds the possibility of innovative treatment solutions. Their findings may signal new directions in treating tooth decay, caries, and trauma in the future.
August 13, 2019
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Smartphone use puts kids at risk for dental injuries
By Melissa Busch
Sports injuries and falls are common causes of traumatic dental injuries, but there are new additions to the list: smartphones and devices being dropped by children who are reclining. A new publication details which injuries you may see.
August 12, 2019
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Carestream partners with implant guide companies
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Carestream Dental has announced partnerships with Swissmedia and 360imaging, two companies that create implant surgical guides.
August 8, 2019
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Fluoride may contribute to kidney changes in U.S. kids
By Theresa Pablos
Fluoride exposure may contribute to kidney function changes in U.S. children, according to the findings of a study published August 8 in the journal Environment International. The authors cautioned more research is needed to explore a potential link.
August 7, 2019
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Nobio gets FDA clearance for composites
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Materials science company Nobio of Israel has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Infinix flowable and bulk-fill composites for restorations.
August 6, 2019
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Virtual reality may help treat dental fear
By Theresa Pablos
Virtual reality (VR) may help patients with severe dental fear or dental phobia. Exposure to a virtual dentist and clinic can reduce dental anxiety and lead to treatment completion, according to a new study.
August 6, 2019
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Review: Oral health education from nurses, others is effective
By Tony Edwards
Educational, preventive dental programs are being presented to new mothers by nondental practitioners as a way to reduce the prevalence of early childhood caries. Researchers reviewed the literature and found these programs can improve the oral health of those involved.
August 4, 2019
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Is probing the best measurement for peri-implant health?
By Tony Edwards
Pocket probing depth and bleeding on probing are useful for assessing periodontal conditions, but are these the best measurements to evaluate the health of peri-implant tissue? Researchers conducted a literature review and suggested using a different evaluation process.
August 1, 2019
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Metals top list of common allergens at the dental office
By Theresa Pablos
Which dental materials are responsible for the most contact allergies? Researchers looked at patient data and found metals topped the list, but other common culprits included composites and cosmetic materials.
August 1, 2019
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