Melissa Busch[email protected]PeriodonticsEating disorders linked with poor gum conditions, quality of lifePatients with eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia have significantly worse periodontal conditions and poorer oral health-related quality of life, according to a new study. Dentists and hygienists have an important role to play in identifying and helping these patients, the authors noted.August 19, 2019Invisible AlignersSmileDirectClub hopes to raise $100M in IPODirect-to-consumer teeth-straightening service company SmileDirectClub filed an initial public offering (IPO) on August 16. The company hopes to raise $100 million, according to documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.August 18, 2019PeriodonticsSocioeconomic, hygiene status predict kids' oral healthPediatric patients' socioeconomic status, self-esteem, and oral hygiene habits all can help you predict their gingival health, according to a new study. The findings highlight the need for strategies to help improve oral health awareness and interventions.August 15, 2019BrainTooth trouble linked to cognitive decline in Chinese adultsResearchers found a link between tooth symptoms and a decline in cognitive function among older Chinese adults in the U.S. This research suggests what dental community outreach programs should look for in these patients.August 14, 2019RestorationsStem cells may be key to tooth repair in the futureResearchers have discovered a new population of stem cells that holds the possibility of innovative treatment solutions. Their findings may signal new directions in treating tooth decay, caries, and trauma in the future.August 13, 2019RestorationsSmartphone use puts kids at risk for dental injuriesSports injuries and falls are common causes of traumatic dental injuries, but there are new additions to the list: smartphones and devices being dropped by children who are reclining. A new publication details which injuries you may see.August 12, 2019OpioidsDental pain a top reason Medicaid patients given opioidsApproximately 17% of Medicaid recipients who are prescribed opioids to manage pain receive them for dental reasons, according to a new study. Overall, about half of the Medicaid opioid prescriptions are for either orthopedic or dental-related reasons.August 11, 2019OpioidsRural dentists prescribe more opioidsRural dentists prescribe opioids for pain relief with a significantly greater frequency than nonrural dentists, according to a new study. However, these dentists also prescribe opioid supplies of six to seven days at a lower frequency than other dentists, the researchers found.August 8, 2019Hygiene ToolsPerio treatment mix helps lower glucose levelsIt can be difficult to find an effective treatment regimen to help patients with both chronic periodontitis and type 2 diabetes. Researchers conducted a review and found that a combination of three treatments, including scaling and root planing, was most effective in reducing blood glucose levels.August 7, 2019Dental EducationOral health education improves nurses' dental awarenessParticipating in interprofessional education programs can help pediatric nurse practitioner students change oral health behaviors and prevent dental problems in patients, according to a new study.August 6, 2019Previous PagePage 121 of 122Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of performing surgery on kid while intoxicatedA dentist in Texas was arrested for compromising patient safety at a pediatric practice.Office ManagementThe current state of dentistryOffice ManagementPersonal vs. enterprise goodwill: Understanding the differences in divorce valuationsPodcastsWomen in dentistry: What's happening and what comes nextSponsor ContentEscape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice