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4 reasons why ECC models don't work for individuals
Population-based early childhood caries (ECC) models are useful when trying to understand large-scale causes of caries; however, they are not as relevant when looking at individual cases. In a new, critical review, author Dr. Kimon Divaris evaluates where ECC models fall short and outlines how they can be improved.
January 5, 2016
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Dental Hygiene
UCSF rethinks oral health education -- for med students
In fall 2015, all 149 first-year medical students at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) learned how to perform a basic oral health screening and apply fluoride varnish -- the first of many steps to better integrate dental with other healthcare professions at UCSF. DrBicuspid.com speaks with Dr. Susan Hyde, one of the leaders of the program, and others involved.
January 4, 2016
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Dental Practice
Study: Parents want practical advice from dentists
A new qualitative study from the Netherlands reveals what parents think about their children's oral health. The authors found that many parents know about the importance of oral health but want further practical advice from dental professionals.
December 28, 2015
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CDC study: People with diabetes lose twice as many teeth
Americans with diabetes lose significantly more teeth than those without diabetes, according to a new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The researchers also found tooth loss is especially prominent for non-Hispanic black people with diabetes.
December 22, 2015
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Endodontics
Many dentists don't use dams during root canal therapy
Less than half of general dentists always use rubber dental dams during root canal therapy, according to a new study. The finding is concerning because dental dam use increases patient safety and improves the chances of a successful treatment.
December 14, 2015
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Infographic: New ADA report shows state of U.S. oral health
When it comes to oral health in the U.S., it is easy to focus on the work that still needs to be done. However, a hefty new ADA Health Policy Institute report details a promising trend for oral health, even amid the sometimes dreary statistics.
December 13, 2015
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Restorations
Should you repair or replace that restoration?
Should you repair or replace that restoration? The findings of a new study may help you answer that question. Researchers found that replaced restorations had a lower overall failure rate, but repaired restorations that failed needed less-severe treatment.
December 9, 2015
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Sports Dentistry
Study: Many pro soccer players have poor oral health
Professional soccer players are at an increased risk for poor oral health, according to a new study. Researchers found that many U.K. professional footballers have active caries and almost half were bothered by their oral health, which may affect their performance. The study authors recommended implementing oral health education and prevention programs for athletes.
December 1, 2015
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Infographic: How much does the U.S. spend on dental?
The U.S. spends $111 billion on dental services each year, but dental services spending only accounts for about 4% of total U.S. healthcare spending, according to a new report from the California HealthCare Foundation.
November 23, 2015
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Opioids
Study: Kids use less than half of prescribed opioids
After surgery, many children use less than half of their prescribed opioid medication, according to a recent study. This finding is particularly worrying because many of these patients live with teenage siblings, who are at an increased risk for misusing leftover prescription drugs.
November 17, 2015
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Endodontics may stress out dental students
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Toothapps software aims to modernize dental practices through interoperability, compliance, and a patient-centric design for connected dentistry, and more dentists need to be aware of this solution, writes Linda Harvey, MS, RDH.
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Dentist will not be charged for patient’s death
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Criminal charges will not be filed against a dentist who retired after a patient became unresponsive while under sedation for tooth extractions and later died.
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With Louisiana enacting the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, what comes next? Two guests join the latest DrBicuspid.com Podcast to discuss.
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A recent review in Periodontology 2000 suggests that hyaluronic acid -- an ingredient in skincare products -- may aid gum healing and regeneration, enhancing outcomes when paired with nonsurgical or surgical periodontal treatments.
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Eye-rolling dental therapist leads to cash settlement
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