Dental Specialties: Page 133

Novel toothbrush outperforms sonic brush for whitening

By Hannah Welk

A novel radiofrequency toothbrush left teeth whiter and worked better against tooth stains than a sonic vibrating toothbrush, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 3, 2022

DentalPlans.com offers tips to cut kids' dental anxiety

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In recognition of National Children's Dental Health Month, online dental savings plan marketplace DentalPlans.com is offering tips for reducing children's dental anxiety.

February 2, 2022

Taste disorders, xerostomia common in COVID-19 patients

By Hannah Madans and Leah Sherwood

Dentists should stay abreast of the most common oral manifestations of COVID-19 such as taste disorders and xerostomia, according to a recent study published online in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

February 2, 2022

SARS-CoV-2 may reside in perio pockets, cavities

By Melissa Busch

SARS-CoV-2 can be detected in cavitated tooth decay and periodontal pockets, suggesting that these sites may act as reservoirs for infection, according to an article recently published online in Molecular Oral Microbiology.

February 2, 2022

Tooth protein prevents bone loss in mice

A research team found that a small enamel protein can promote bone formation and prevent bone loss in mice. The results, published in the journal PLOS One, suggest potential interventions for conditions marked by bone loss, such as advanced gum disease and osteoporosis.

February 1, 2022

Pictorial health warnings curb purchases of sugary drinks for children

By Leah Sherwood

A picture may be worth a thousand words of warning about the dangers of sugar, according to research published on February 1 in PLOS Medicine. Parents were less inclined to purchase sugary drinks for their children if the products contained pictorial health warnings, the study found.

February 1, 2022

WildSmiles joins forces with Smiles Change Lives

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Designer braces firm WildSmiles and nonprofit organization Smiles Change Lives are teaming up on an initiative aimed at facilitating free orthodontic treatment for children in need.

January 31, 2022

Oral-B launches new smart toothbrush

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Oral-B has added a new smart toothbrush to its iO line of products that offers users oral health coaching.

January 31, 2022

Imaging aids removal of dentures from woman's bowel

By Melissa Busch

Imaging aided in the retrieval of dentures from the bowel of a mentally competent 52-year-old woman who unknowingly swallowed them, according to a case report published online January 28 in the International Journal of Surgery Open.

January 31, 2022

Do patients with prosthetics need antibiotic prophylaxis?

By Hannah Welk

Dental professionals may want to reconsider the use of antibiotic prophylaxis in patients with prosthetic joints. The findings of a new study in JAMA Network Open refute the recommendation for patients with prosthetic joints undergoing invasive dental procedures.

January 30, 2022

Screening for sleep-disordered breathing isn't just for adults

By Melissa Busch

Sleep-disordered breathing, including abnormal episodes of breathing and snoring, can occur in children at any age, which is why they should be screened for the condition during routine dental exams, according to a presenter at the 2022 Yankee Dental Congress in Boston.

January 26, 2022

Penn Dental Medicine offers new advanced dental program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine (Penn Dental Medicine) has launched a hybrid master's program: Master of Advanced Dental Studies.

January 26, 2022

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