Dental Specialties: Page 65

BDA survey finds 'shocking' state of children's oral health in U.K.

By Erik L. Ridley

A survey of secondary teachers in the U.K. commissioned by the British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed a "shocking" state of oral health for children, exacerbated by increases in the cost of living.

February 7, 2023

17th century aristocrat perfected smile with gold wires

By Kate Madden Yee

Archaeologists used imaging to discover how a 17th century aristocratic woman stabilized her loose teeth using gold wires -- a solution that, although innovative at the time, likely made her condition worse, according to a report published on February 6 by Live Science.

February 6, 2023

Can desensitizers ease sensitivity from tooth bleaching?

By Melissa Busch

Using calcium-containing bioactive desensitizers during dental whitening procedures doesn't reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity, but it decreases the intensity, according to a systematic review published on January 28 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 6, 2023

Ultradent launches temporary resin

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental material manufacturer Ultradent Products has released J-Temp temporary resin, a premixed, light-cured resin.

February 5, 2023

Orthodontists with beards, tattoos seen as less professional

By Melissa Busch

Patients perceive orthodontists with tattoos, piercings, loose hair, and beards as less professional, according to a study published on January 31 in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

February 5, 2023

Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment

By Kate Madden Yee

Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment, according to a study published by Danish researchers in the Journal of Dental Research. Heavy smokers with severe inflammation may have no benefit from periodontal therapy, the research found.

February 5, 2023

Week in Review: Congrats to the 2023 Cuspies winners | Best and worst states for dental health | New links for oral health, brain health

By Theresa Pablos

February 3, 2023

USDA proposes limiting sugar in school meals

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on February 3 a proposal to revamp nutrition standards, limiting the amounts of sugar in school meals. The proposal would limit added sugars in certain products and eventually the weekly menu and allow flavored milk with limits on added sugar.

February 2, 2023

Align Technology reports Q4, fiscal 2022 revenues

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Align Technology, manufacturer of Invisalign clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and exocad CAD/CAM software, reported the financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022.

February 2, 2023

Research to explore biomarker for alternative root canal therapy

By Melissa Busch

A researcher with the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in New York will explore a potential biomarker supporting the success of vital pulp therapy, an alternative, less invasive treatment than a root canal.

February 2, 2023

Apply to study endodontic management of dental diseases

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The American Association of Endodontists and the Foundation for Endodontics are seeking applicants to investigate outcomes of endodontic management of pulpal and associated periapical diseases.

February 1, 2023

Are oral health and brain health connected?

By Will Morton

Early treatment of poor oral health may lead to significant brain health benefits, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2023.

February 1, 2023

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