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Sugar may be the problem

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Patients come to periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg suffering from insults. Not harmful words but insults to the body such as a lack of sleep, not enough exercise, medications, and more. But there is one insult that may be the most harmful of all.

August 21, 2018

Study tests bitewings for detecting caries in primary teeth

By Tony Edwards

The usefulness of bitewing images for helping find caries in permanent teeth is well-established. But is the modality also useful in determining caries in primary teeth? A new study compared the results with more than 500 pediatric patients to find out.

August 21, 2018

New products: Kulzer adds 10 resins for 3D printer

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Kulzer has introduced 10 new resins for exclusive use with its caraPrint 3D printer.

August 20, 2018

Preop oral care reduces complications after cancer surgery

By Tony Edwards

We're learning more about how oral health can influence overall health, but can preoperative dental care reduce postoperative complications in patients undergoing cancer surgery? Researchers reviewed data from more than 500,000 patients to find out.

August 20, 2018

Can a high-tech toothbrush improve teens' oral health?

By Lori Roniger

How can you get adolescents to brush longer and more effectively? Using an interactive power toothbrush could improve oral health habits and reduce plaque levels in this finicky population, according to a new study.

August 19, 2018

Week in Review: Dental therapists | Western Dental's new pediatric brand | Access-to-care data

By Tony Edwards

August 16, 2018

Study links oral and respiratory health in aging patients

By Tony Edwards

Aging patients who constantly aspirate saliva can swallow microbiota that can contribute to these patients developing pneumonia. A new large study examined how varying oral health conditions contributed to differences in tongue microbiota in these patients.

August 16, 2018

Why is it so difficult to estimate access to dental care?

By Theresa Pablos

Why is it so hard to accurately estimate access to dental care? Researchers published new critiques of an ADA Health Policy Institute analysis on geographic access to dental care. The critiques provide insight into why it's hard, but may not be impossible, to provide accurate estimates.

August 15, 2018

Sonendo, TDO Software partner on endodontic workflow

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Endodontic technology developer Sonendo has announced that its Gentle Wave system now integrates with TDO Software's endodontic software.

August 14, 2018

New studies link perio health to kidney health

By Theresa Pablos

Periodontal health has again been linked to kidney health in two new studies presented at the recent 2018 International Association of Dental Research meeting in London. The studies found a significant association between chronic kidney disease and signs of poor periodontal health.

August 14, 2018

Western Dental details launch of pediatric brand

By Tony Edwards

Aiming to increase access to care for pediatric patients, the dental service organization Western Dental recently announced the launch of a pediatric dentistry brand, Western Dental Kids. Western's chief dental officer tells DrBicuspid.com about the need to address access-to-care issues

August 13, 2018

Second Opinion: Make back-to-school appointments count

By Joseph Castellano, DDS

In this Second Opinion, Dr. Joseph Castellano, president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, notes that the back-to-school time frame is often hectic for parents, their children, and dental practices. He writes about how to use this time to remind pediatric patients, and their parents, to focus on their oral healthcare.

August 13, 2018

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