Rob Goszkowski[email protected]Oral CancerSurvey reveals clinicians' pervasive lack of e-cigarette knowledgeThe use of e-cigarettes is exploding, and there is lack of knowledge about them among medical professionals. A new survey of doctors and nurses found that the vast majority know very little about e-cigarettes and want to learn more. More than half were uncomfortable discussing the topic with their patients.August 4, 2014ObesityMany obese parents don't see their obese kids as unhealthyA survey of parents of children who had entered an obesity clinic has given doctors a complex problem to solve. Obese parents often do not see their child's obesity as a problem and frequently are not ready to make changes in their kid's physical activity or dietary habits.July 30, 2014CardiovascularPropofol + nitrous oxide may avoid sedation hypotensionHypotension is a risk associated with the administration of propofol. Now Japanese researchers have found that combining it with nitrous oxide leads to better sedation and smaller reduction of blood pressure.July 21, 2014RestorationsCPP-ACP + fluoride no better than fluoride aloneThe use of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) to remineralize caries lesions has been examined extensively, but does it have an effect as a supplement to fluoride? Researchers of a new systematic review find the answer is no.July 17, 2014HomeSaliva function data drive new oral health productsNow that the importance of the oral cavity's pH is better understood, different oral health products reflecting its role in keeping teeth healthy are arriving on the market. Products include BasicBites, a sugar-free calcium chew that helps establish neutral pH, and a line of consumer and professional products from Colgate.July 14, 2014InsuranceDo physicians provide better preventive dental care for young kids?When researchers compared the outcomes of the caries prevention efforts of dentists, primary care providers, and a combination of the two, they found surprising results. Children from ages 3 to 5 in a North Carolina Medicaid program who saw only a primary care provider had fewer caries treatments and lower payments, according to a study in the Journal of Dental Research.July 10, 2014EndodonticsSharpen filter best for detecting vertical root fracturesFinding vertical root fractures can be tricky. With four filters and the original setting to choose from, clinicians have a range of options for radiographically detecting them with the Digora Optime digital radiography system. Now researchers have pinpointed which filter works best for diagnosing these fractures.July 8, 2014DenturesCat's claw shows 'promise' as denture stomatitis treatmentDenture stomatitis affects more than half of the elderly who use a denture prosthesis and can result in serious issues. Now a new study has explored the ability of a plant used in traditional Peruvian medicine known as cat's claw to treat the condition with promising results.July 2, 2014HomeOral piercing group to dentists: Work with us!Oral piercings may make parents shudder and dentists cringe, but they are here to stay. Consequently, it's in the best interest of everyone involved to ensure that it's done safely, and the Association of Professional Piercers wants to work with oral health professionals to make that happen.July 1, 2014LasersStudy shows laser toothbrush reduces dentin hypersensitivityIn previous studies, certain types of lasers were effective in reducing dentin hypersensitivity. Why not attach one to a toothbrush? Korean researchers have done just that in a new study published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.June 26, 2014Previous PagePage 2 of 32Next PageTop StoriesPodcastsDSO Deep Dive: Deepening the understanding of the dentist's transition processAfter her recent article on aligning with the right dental service organization (DSO), author Kim McCleskey returns for a podcast to discuss equity rolling and matching transition goals with the ideal partner.Legal IssuesEx-dental college employee indicted for stealing $300KFluorideSDF may help prevent dental erosionInsuranceBetter cash flow for your dental practice with concise narratives and clinical notesSponsor ContentWhat dental technologies deliver the greatest practice revenue opportunities?
