Dental Specialties: Page 26

It's not just about scaling anymore: Latest tools, theories, and products to blast biofilm
By Melissa K. Turner
Oral diseases are rampant and growing around the world, and it is the job of oral healthcare professionals to use every tool available to us to be more efficient, writes Melissa K. Turner.
August 24, 2024
Melissa K. Turner, RDH.
Cardiometabolic dysregulation may be linked to gum disease
By Ava Barros
Insulin resistance may be linked to higher odds of moderate to severe periodontitis, particularly in individuals with obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, according to research published in the Journal of Periodontal Research.
August 24, 2024
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What you need to know about gum disease, infective endocarditis
By Ava Barros
There is no causal link between periodontitis and infective endocarditis, indicating that past clinical practices may have overstated the role of periodontitis in preventing the condition, reports research published in the International Dental Journal.
August 24, 2024
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A cosmetic dentist weighs in on the perio-before-whitening discussion
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Jossen Gastelum discusses how he handles tough conversations in his dental practice and why it's OK to tell a patients no when it comes to their smiles.
August 24, 2024
Dr. Jossen Gastelum
Clinical tip: How to use a ghost dental implant for bridge planning
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Doug Smail is back with another great clinical tip from CDOCS, this time focusing on helping a dental patient with fractures in teeth #4 and #5.
August 21, 2024
Doug Smail.
Gastric sleeve may improve gum disease, especially in diabetic patients
By Ava Barros
Sleeve gastrectomy may improve periodontal health in patients with and without type 2 diabetes largely due to a significant reduction in inflammatory biomarkers, according to a study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.
August 21, 2024
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Go ahead, tell patients to rinse and spit after SDF therapy
By Ava Barros
Waiting 30 minutes to rinse after silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is no more effective at preventing early childhood caries than rinsing immediately, according to the results of a trial published in the Journal of Dentistry.
August 19, 2024
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This is the key to designing an aesthetic smile
By Melissa Busch
When creating an aesthetic smile, 2D and 3D symmetry of natural incisors is rare, highlighting the importance of authenticity over flawlessness, reports a study published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.
August 17, 2024
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It may be time to evaluate sealant delivery programs
By Ava Barros
The use of second-molar sealants among U.S. adolescents is low. Programs should focus on improving their delivery alongside first-molar sealants, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
August 17, 2024
Teens Smile
How one dentist carved out a cosmetic dentistry niche
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Tyler Hales stands out, both with his personality and his clinical skills. In this interview, Hales shares his journey and insights on building a successful practice focused on smile design.
August 17, 2024
Dr. Tyler Hales
Occurrence of orofacial pain may be on the rise
By Melissa Busch
The incidence of orofacial pain appears to have risen since the COVID-19 pandemic, with patients reporting spikes in facial and oral mucosal pain before and after infection, reports a study published in the International Dental Journal.
August 16, 2024
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This strategy may reduce repeat dental anesthesia in kids
By Ava Barros
The use of full-coverage restorations on primary molars and canines during general anesthesia (GA) may be linked to pediatric patients needing repeat GA, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
August 15, 2024
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