Smile Design: Page 91

Komet partners with UNC to develop new dental tools

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Komet USA and the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry have signed a research agreement with the goal of developing dental rotary products that improve patient experiences.

August 29, 2019

Birthplace, age, marital status predict caries and more

By Melissa Busch

The age, country of birth, and marital status of household members better predict the prevalence of dental caries, sealants, and restorations in children than education, according to a new study published in BMC Oral Health on August 27.

August 29, 2019

Violet LED light offers whitening treatment alternative

By Tony Edwards

Teeth whitening remains a sought-after treatment by patients, but concentrated peroxides are often used in these treatments and may cause tooth damage. Researchers tested whether the use of a violet light-emitting diode (LED) system was a valid alternative for teeth whitening.

August 27, 2019

Second Opinion: A look at the recent fluoride and IQ study

By Dr. Johnny Johnson Jr.

In this Second Opinion, Dr. Johnny Johnson Jr., president of the American Fluoridation Society, looks at a recent study in JAMA Pediatrics about fluoride and IQ. Dr. Johnson addresses the study's drawbacks and calls for robust research on fluoride and fluoridation.

August 26, 2019

Study finds elite athletes have poor oral health

By Tony Edwards

Oral disease is prevalent in elite athletes despite the fact that they brush their teeth more than other patients, according to the findings of a U.K. survey. Most of the athletes indicated, however, that they would be willing to change their oral hygiene behavior to improve their oral health.

August 22, 2019

Whitening may prevent biofilm buildup on restored teeth

By Theresa Pablos

Whitening may prevent biofilm buildup on restored teeth, according to the findings of a new study. Restorations bleached with 35% hydrogen peroxide and 15% carbamide peroxide had significantly lower levels of biofilm than those left untreated.

August 22, 2019

Smiles for Everyone launches free implant program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is launching a program to provide a free implant for selected low-income, uninsured patients.

August 21, 2019

Can SDF reduce restoration bond strength? Yes and no

By Theresa Pablos

Can the application of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) affect restoration bond strength? The results are mixed, according to a new systematic review published in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.

August 21, 2019

Restoratives Insider: Whitening may prevent biofilm buildup on restored teeth

By Theresa Pablos

August 20, 2019

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

Orthodontist indicted on fraud, bribery charges

By Melissa Busch

A well-known orthodontist in Arkansas has been charged with 15 counts of fraud and wire fraud on charges that he allegedly paid bribes to and performed free dental work for a former state senator in exchange for legislation that benefited his dental clinics.

August 19, 2019

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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