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Imaging Systems
OU receives $33.6M grant to develop new imaging platform
Researchers at the University of Oklahoma (OU) have received a $33.6 million federal grant to develop a new imaging platform that could advance discoveries in medicine and dentistry.
September 11, 2023
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Oral Bacteria
UofL researchers to study mouth microorganisms
University of Louisville (UofL) researchers have received $11.7 million to study microorganisms throughout the body.
September 5, 2023
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Pediatrics
ADA publishes new guidelines on pain management in children
Acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are recommended as first-line treatments.
August 31, 2023
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Pediatrics
NIDCR award supports training on child anxiety
A psychologist at the University of Arkansas has received a $450,000 federal grant to train dentists how to handle child anxiety.
August 28, 2023
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Cardiovascular
Can a simple saliva test ID CVD risk?
The early warning signs of cardiovascular disease (CVD) may be gleaned from a simple saliva sample.
August 24, 2023
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AI
Survey: Dentists are embracing AI
About 35% of dentists have implemented artificial intelligence (AI) in their dental practice, according to a recent survey.
August 21, 2023
Dentist Xray Computer
Sleep Apnea
TENS treatment proves effective in treating OSA
A commonly used treatment for pain relief has been shown to improve breathing in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
August 17, 2023
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Periodontics
Metformin may help manage periodontitis
New research in mice has revealed a potential role for metformin in managing periodontitis, according to a study published in Genes & Diseases.
August 15, 2023
Gum Inflammation
AI
U.K. researchers to develop AI for detecting tooth decay
A group has received a nearly $2 million grant to develop artificial intelligence (AI) to help detect tooth decay and gum disease.
August 10, 2023
Panoramic Xray
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Researchers develop novel bone regeneration technique
Research in rats may reveal how proteins involved in bone repair can improve bone regeneration over large areas.
July 26, 2023
Bone regeneration was enhanced by administering mRNAs encoding Runx2 and VEGF into the bone defect of a rat mandible bone. Image courtesy of the Department of Research, Toyko Medical and Dental University.
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Legal Issues
Dentist who had patient death verdict vacated cops plea
Dr. Jay Sadrinia was facing a new trial after a U.S. court vacated his previous guilty verdict and 20-year prison sentence.
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Patient Communication
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There may be an issue with women and root canals. Period
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