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Gum disease can lead to gestational diabetes
By Rabia Mughal
Pregnant women with periodontal disease may be at increased risk of developing gestational diabetes even if they don't smoke or drink, according to a study at New York University.
May 19, 2009
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New Komet instruments have depth markings
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Komet USA is introducing three new diamond instruments with specific depth markings, the company announced this week.
May 18, 2009
Master protein could change perio, osteoporosis treatments
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Dentistry have identified a potential new focus of treatments for osteoporosis, periodontitis, and similar diseases: a master protein that controls genes associated with inflammation and immunity.
May 18, 2009
British foundation links dental hygiene and flu
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The British Dental Health Foundation is warning that bad oral hygiene could increase the spread of the H1N1 flu.
May 18, 2009
Study: Tobacco alters bacteria
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Tobacco alters one of the bacteria responsible for periodontitis, suggesting a reason why smokers are more likely to suffer from the disease, according to University of Louisville researchers.
May 17, 2009
Unimed-Midwest launches disposable face shield
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Unimed-Midwest this week launched a disposable face shield that provides greater protection than paper or fabric masks, according to the company.
May 17, 2009
New Iowa law will extend kids' dental coverage
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Iowa Gov. Chet Culver will sign a bill expanding the state's hawk-i (Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa) program into law on May 19, the governor's office announced.
May 17, 2009
Midmark to close New York facility
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Midmark is shutting down its Orchard Park, NY, facility and shifting its dental and veterinary divisions to its manufacturing facility in Versailles, OH, the company announced.
May 17, 2009
HPV status a strong predictor of oral cancer outcomes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patients with certain oral cancers that contain the human papillomavirus (HPV) have better outcomes than similar patients with tumors that lack the virus, according to researchers from Ohio State University.
May 17, 2009
Ask Marty: What is the easiest and most comfortable way to give a palatal injection?
By Dr. Marty Jablow
A: Many dentists think that a palatal injection has to hurt no matter what they have tried. This does not have to be true.
May 17, 2009
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Regulators eye link between denture cream and zinc toxicity
By Kathy Kincade
Regulatory authorities and dental associations are examining reports that overuse of zinc-based denture adhesives may cause neurological damage. While a direct causal link has not yet been established, dentists are being advised to counsel denture-wearing patients to ensure they aren't using too much adhesive.
May 17, 2009
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Research supports immediate-load dental implants
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Three case studies published recently in the Journal of Oral Implantology showed that immediate-load implants in healthy patients were successful and remained functional after 30 months of follow-up, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
May 13, 2009
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