Laird Harrison[email protected]HomeMouthguards blamed for infectionsResearchers are convinced that people are getting sick from bacteria, viruses, and mold living on their mouthguards.December 18, 2007Dental TherapistsBill restricts dental therapistsThe ADA lost a lawsuit to halt a dental therapist program in Alaska. But legislation the organization has crafted could ban similar programs throughout the U.S.December 12, 2007PeriodonticsResearchers defend bleachingResearch suggests bleaching is safe, but big questions remain about exposed dentin.December 10, 2007RestorationsComposites questionedResin-based composites kill human cells on contact. So why are dentists still using them?December 9, 2007PeriodonticsToothpaste, please, and hold the mozzarellaToothpaste and mouthwash flavors can be so ho hum. Crest, for example, offers Peppermint. Also Strong Mint, Mild Mint, Vanilla Mint, Citrus Clean Mint, and Mint + Green Tea Extract. Did we mention mint? Colgate's not much more imaginative with its Max Fresh Clean Mint, Cool Mint, Cinnamint, and Kiss Me Mint. Why does everything have to be so darn refreshing? Why not garlic toothpaste washed down with an olive oil rinse?December 5, 2007InsuranceNew chart: Calcium phosphate products comparedIn recent years, a flood of calcium phosphate products has hit the market -- pastes, gels, gums, rinses, and sealants -- which the makers claim can restore enamel in carious lesions. But which one should you use? To help you sort through the confusion, we've prepared a chart comparing the forms and usages of each product.December 5, 2007Invisible AlignersIs Invisalign dangerous for generalists?These high-tech plastic aligners may not work as well as old-fashioned braces. Could a lawsuit be in your future?December 4, 2007PeriodonticsAre the new power brushes better?Power toothbrush makers boast about innovation, but experts say they're not for everyone.November 15, 2007Dental EducationDental 'therapists' fill holes: Part IICan a high-school graduate with two years training do much of what a dentist does? Most dentists would say not. But the federal government is already assuming they can.November 12, 2007PeriodonticsStudies find bleach damages dentinEven a 3 percent hydrogen peroxide solution weakens teeth, says researcherNovember 8, 2007Previous PagePage 22 of 24Next PageTop StoriesDental EducationDental students may not be ready for emergenciesDental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.Team ManagementRetaining your dental team: Why training and incentives matterTMJ/TMDBiofeedback may help treat TMDsPodcastsPodcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?AntibioticsOral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection
