Dental Specialties: Page 89

Is gum disease linked to atrial fibrillation?

By Will Morton

Researchers at Newcastle Dental Hospital in Tyne, England, will check patients to see if there is a link between gum disease and a heart condition called atrial fibrillation, according to ITV News.

March 8, 2023

What's the most economical way to treat orofacial pain?

By Melissa Busch

Nerve allograft surgery may be more effective and have a lower long-term cost than nonsurgical treatment for persistent trigeminal neuropathy, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

March 8, 2023

Ceramic implants 101: How far we've come

By Dr. Sammy Noumbissi

The use of ceramic implants and zirconia in dentistry have "exploded" in popularity. But it took a long time for these biocompatible materials to gain traction. Dr. Sammy Noumbissi reviews the history of ceramics.

March 7, 2023

U.S. Air Force applies for 'self-healing' dental composite patent

By Kate Madden Yee

U.S. Air Force and Navy researchers have applied to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a 20-year patent on a "self-healing" dental composite, according to an article published on February 28 in TechLink.

March 6, 2023

Md. may require proof of dental exams for kids in school, childcare

By Melissa Busch

Parents of children enrolled in public school or childcare in Maryland may be required to provide evidence that their kids underwent oral health screenings before specified ages, according to bills recently introduced by state lawmakers.

March 6, 2023

How to replicate a natural smile with a digital workflow

By Melissa Busch

By combining a digital workflow and shell technique, CAD/CAM restorations can be created with the form and texture of natural teeth, resulting in an authentic-looking smile, according to a case report published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.

March 6, 2023

What to consider when prescribing high-strength fluoride

By Melissa Busch

Using a high-strength prescription fluoride toothpaste or gel may boost the remineralization of teeth in adults under ideal conditions, but it's unclear how well it works in a real-world setting, according to a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

March 5, 2023

Smartphone app remotely screens children's teeth

By Amerigo Allegretto

The University of Western Australia is highlighting a feasibility study showing that a smartphone app can remotely screen children's teeth. The study was published in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.

March 2, 2023

Supplement focuses on dental-medical integration

By Will Morton

Two studies led by researchers at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston were among articles highlighted on February 27 in an Annals of Family Medicine special supplement. Both studies focused on how nondental professionals can support dental health.

March 1, 2023

Ceramic implants 101: A viable and proven implant alternative

By Dr. Sammy Noumbissi

What are ceramic implants and why might you want to consider them for your practice? In this new series, ceramic implant expert Dr. Sammy Noumbissi shares why you shouldn't overlook these alternatives to titanium implants.

February 28, 2023

Manuka honey may have sweet effect on implant bone healing

By Will Morton

Soaking collagen scaffolds in manuka honey could increase their ability to produce minerals and promote osteogenesis, yet the scaffolds offer little resistance to bacterial infection, according to researchers.

February 28, 2023

Study to explore links between chewing, gum disease, and aging

By Amerigo Allegretto

Researchers from Marquette University in Milwaukee will study how aging and periodontal disease affect the connective tissue that absorbs the pressure of chewing.

February 27, 2023

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