Rabia Mughal[email protected]PeriodonticsOkayToKiss test targets bacterial source of bad breathTel Aviv University researchers have developed a pocket-sized breath test they say can detect malodorous bacteria in the mouth and alert people when their breath is less than socially desirable.June 29, 2009AntibioticsSelenium could help create new antibiotics for gum diseaseThe trace mineral selenium could be the key to developing a new line of antibiotics for bacteria that cause periodontal disease, according to researchers from the University of Central Florida.June 25, 2009WhiteningWhitest smiles not always the bestDental practitioners and patients alike do not always favor the whitest smile, nor do they perceive all skin colors to be equally attractive with bright white teeth, according to a new study.June 14, 2009Dental EducationLSU dental student pleads guilty to fraudA Louisiana State University (LSU) dental student who obtained thousands of dollars in loans after gaining admission to the school by fraudulent means has pleaded guilty to federal financial aid fraud.June 10, 2009PeriodonticsPeriodontal therapy can relieve arthritis painPeople who suffer from both gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis can reduce their pain, number of swollen joints, and the degree of morning stiffness with nonsurgical periodontal therapy, according to a new study.June 9, 2009HomeLSU dental students accused of fraudFederal authorities have indicted two Louisiana State University (LSU) dental students on charges of submitting fraudulent transcripts and test results to gain admission to the school and receive more than $75,000 in financial aid.June 2, 2009PeriodonticsMaine law would require insurers to cover hygienistsDental hygienists are already allowed to practice independently in the state of Maine. Now a new law could ensure them reimbursement from insurance companies.May 21, 2009DiabetesGum disease can lead to gestational diabetesPregnant 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, 2009PediatricsStudy: Malnutrition can prompt gum diseasePrevious research has shown a link between obesity and periodontal disease. Now a new study has found that malnutrition can cause similar damage.May 6, 2009Oral CancerStudy: Room for improvement in oral cancer examsDentists do not spend enough time counseling patients on oral cancer risk factors, while physicians lag behind in conducting oral cancer exams, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Dental Association.April 23, 2009Previous PagePage 26 of 34Next PageTop StoriesLegal Issues$22M lawsuit claims dental visit led to 4-year-old’s brain damageA family has filed a $22 million medical negligence lawsuit against a dental practice in Oregon, claiming that a routine dental procedure left their 4-year-old with brain damage.Alternative Pain TherapiesSensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescueHygiene ToolsWhy these dental hygienists love Turbo-CR and what it does for their patientsHygiene ToolsThis toothbrush may clean teeth betterSponsor ContentJoin Us
