Dental Specialties: Page 110

Tooth wear may not have a large impact on quality of life

By Alex Dagostino

Three out of four people experience tooth wear, but unless it's severe, tooth wear may not have a big impact on patients' oral health-related quality of life, according to a study of 570 adults that was published on August 23 in the Journal of Dentistry.

August 24, 2022

Fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size

By Melissa Busch

Prenatal fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size, as well as higher odds of infants being born large for their gestational age, according to a large Swedish study published on August 20 in Environmental Research.

August 23, 2022

Periodontal disease during pregnancy is an epidemic

By Alex Dagostino

Periodontal disease is an epidemic trend, according to the authors of a systematic review published on August 20 in the Journal of Dentistry. More than one-third of pregnant people experience periodontitis, and about two-thirds experience bleeding on probing, the review found.

August 23, 2022

3 benefits of lasers for the modern dental practice

By Dr. Ben Curtis

Dental lasers can significantly reduce the time it takes to complete a root canal procedure and other treatments compared to traditional high- and slow-speed handpieces. Dr. Ben Curtis shares three benefits of lasers and how he's incorporated them into his dental practice.

August 22, 2022

National Tooth Fairy Day: How much is a baby tooth worth?

By Alex Dagostino

For kids, lost baby teeth are generally cause for celebration, as the tooth fairy is dishing out more cash than ever, with a national average of $5.36 per tooth. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day, the editorial team at DrBicuspid is taking a closer look at what the fairy is leaving behind.

August 22, 2022

U.S. study links extractions, surgeries to endocarditis

By Melissa Busch

A notable link was found between invasive dental procedures, especially extractions and surgeries, and subsequent infective endocarditis in high-risk patients, according to a large U.S. study published on August 17 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

August 18, 2022

Tooth staining tops list of parents' concerns about SDF

By Alex Dagostino

Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is an effective and efficient treatment for early childhood caries, but the resulting permanent black tooth staining is a top concern for parents considering its use for their children, according to a study that is being published in the October issue of the Journal of Dentistry.

August 17, 2022

Dentistry is ready to leverage big data for better care

By Alex Dagostino

Dental institutions and practices are now well positioned to learn from one another by sharing data, co-developing improvement strategies, and disseminating findings, according to an article published on August 12 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

August 17, 2022

Dentistry is ready to leverage big data for better care

By Alex Dagostino

Dental institutions and practices are now well positioned to learn from one another by sharing data, co-developing improvement strategies, and disseminating findings, according to an article published on August 13 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

August 16, 2022

Orthobrain teams up with DSO Oakpoint

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Orthodontic services developer Orthobrain has partnered with dental service organization (DSO) Oakpoint.

August 15, 2022

Dental abscess germ causes rare carotid artery aneurysm

By Melissa Busch

A 53-year-old woman was treated for a rare mycotic internal carotid artery aneurysm that developed when a dental abscess-linked germ infected the artery, according to a case report published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases, Innovations, and Techniques.

August 15, 2022

NSAIDs or acetaminophen: Which med is best for orthodontic pain?

By Alex Dagostino

Over-the-counter analgesics can effectively treat orthodontic pain, according to a review published on August 11 in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice. The analysis found no significant differences in pain relief between common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and acetaminophen.

August 15, 2022

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