Tony Edwards[email protected]Imaging SystemsStudy tests bitewings for detecting caries in primary teethThe usefulness of bitewing images for helping find caries in permanent teeth is well-established. But is the modality also useful in determining caries in primary teeth? A new study compared the results with more than 500 pediatric patients to find out.August 21, 2018Oral CancerPreop oral care reduces complications after cancer surgeryWe're learning more about how oral health can influence overall health, but can preoperative dental care reduce postoperative complications in patients undergoing cancer surgery? Researchers reviewed data from more than 500,000 patients to find out.August 20, 2018Dental SpecialtiesWeek in Review: Dental therapists | Western Dental's new pediatric brand | Access-to-care dataAugust 16, 2018Dental HygieneStudy links oral and respiratory health in aging patientsAging patients who constantly aspirate saliva can swallow microbiota that can contribute to these patients developing pneumonia. A new large study examined how varying oral health conditions contributed to differences in tongue microbiota in these patients.August 16, 2018CAD/CAMImaging Insider: Study tests bitewings for detecting caries in primary teethAugust 14, 2018DSOWestern Dental details launch of pediatric brandAiming to increase access to care for pediatric patients, the dental service organization Western Dental recently announced the launch of a pediatric dentistry brand, Western Dental Kids. Western's chief dental officer tells DrBicuspid.com about the need to address access-to-care issuesAugust 13, 2018AntibioticsWeek in Review: An unconventional future | Antibiotic prescriptions | Opioids and extractionsAugust 9, 2018Dental PracticeReport: Hawaii, Mass. top states with most dentists per capitaWhich U.S. state has the most dentists per capita? Which state has the highest percentage of adults who have not seen a dentist in the past year? A personal finance website gathered the data, and the per-capita results might surprise you.August 8, 2018RestorationsNanoparticle shows promise for biofilm disruptionAn iron-containing nanoparticle successfully disrupted pathogenic biofilms and prevented tooth decay without harming surrounding oral tissues or biofilms in a new study. The findings potentially open the door for developing a precise therapeutic approach for caries.August 2, 2018RestorationsMaterials testing stresses fracture resistanceKnowing how likely CAD/CAM materials are to fracture can help direct treatment planning. A new study put seven such materials through a stress test to see how they responded, and the researchers presented their findings at the recent 2018 International Association of Dental Research (IADR) meeting in London.August 1, 2018Previous PagePage 22 of 102Next PageTop StoriesRegulatory UpdatesBreaking news: Hearing reveals end of fluoride supplements may be nearThe early hours of a U.S. Food and Drug Administration hearing held on July 23 to collect feedback on concerns associated with prescription fluoride supplements for kids reveal the future of the cavity-fighter may be in trouble.Dental PracticeDig uncovers tooth-adorned baby carriersOral-Systemic LinkU.S. adults associate these dental problems with poor healthSmile DesignClinical tip: How one dentist uses platelet-rich fibrinSponsor ContentJoin Us July 24 at 8 p.m. ET
