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Pediatrics
High birth weight may be a risk factor for caries
High birth weight may serve as a predictor for early childhood tooth decay and should be factored into risk assessments to prevent caries, according to a birth cohort study published in BMC Oral Health.
August 14, 2024
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Organized Dentistry
U.S. adults report dental insurance is a must for overall health
More U.S. adults see dental insurance as crucial for one's overall health, linking oral health to chronic conditions, according to the "2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report" from Delta Dental.
August 13, 2024
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Dental Hygiene
School-based oral health program may improve knowledge, habits
A school-based online oral health education program for high school students may improve oral health knowledge and hygiene behaviors, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
August 8, 2024
High School Students
Orthodontics
Orthodontic pain from fixed appliances, clear aligners equal
Patients with fixed appliances and clear aligners experience comparable pain levels two days after receiving appliances, according to a study recently published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
August 7, 2024
Woman Braces
Pediatrics
Why you should talk to parents about their dental anxiety, more
Understanding parents' dental anxiety and oral health literacy, influenced by income and other factors, may help dentists build trust with them and encourage early, regular dental visits for their children, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.
August 6, 2024
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Periodontics
Far-flung taste, smell sensors may affect dentistry's future
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine found that some taste receptors aren't solely located on the tongue but throughout the body, which may lead to new therapies in dentistry.
August 5, 2024
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Penn Dental repairs nerves with gum tissue stem cells
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine are transforming stem cells from gum tissue into cells that support nerve regeneration, according to a press release dated July 18 from the university.
August 3, 2024
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Sometimes, jaw surgery can also make you look younger
When the jaw and teeth are properly supported during orthognathic surgery, it may create a more youthful appearance, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
August 3, 2024
Female Jaw Beauty
Periodontics
Most don't know about the periodontitis-chronic disease link
About 75% of patients are unaware of the connection between periodontitis and other diseases regardless of their socioeconomic status, periodontal health, or access to care, according to a recently published study.
August 1, 2024
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TMJ/TMD
CBT may improve pain relief, well-being in TMD patients
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may effectively improve pain and quality of life in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a review published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.
July 30, 2024
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Dentistry in the U.S. may be failing
U.S. dentistry may be amid a silent decline, according to a perspective published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
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Finding kids' caries may be a snap for parents
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Lessons learned from a dentist who tried to hide his income
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Is it time to screen patients with IBD for gum disease?
By Ava Barros
Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may have a higher risk of developing periodontitis, highlighting the importance of regular screenings, according to a review recently published in BMC Oral Health.
April 10, 2025
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Which syringe to use? Hygienists go with tradition.
By Ava Barros
Dental hygiene students and faculty may prefer traditional metal syringes over disposable safety syringes, according to a pilot study published by the American Dental Hygienists' Association.
April 10, 2025
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Dentist reprimanded following patient death
By Melissa Busch
A dentist in Florida accused of failing to stop the implant replacement of a sedated patient who died days after the procedure has been reprimanded.
April 9, 2025
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What gun violence may mean for your teeth
By Melissa Busch
Increases in exposure to gun violence may be associated with going to the dentist less frequently and tooth loss, according to a large U.S. study.
April 9, 2025
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Clinical tip: Chromic and PTFE suturing
By Kevin Henry
This tip of the day video is on suturing with a chromic gut suture and a cytoplast polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) suture, courtesy of Dr. Doug Smail with CDOCS.
April 9, 2025
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Bottle-feeding may be linked to dental decay
By Ava Barros
Bottle-feeding toddlers to sleep may contribute to early childhood caries, emphasizing the importance of phasing out bottle-feeding when appropriate, reports a study recently published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health.
April 9, 2025
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EPA to take critical look at water fluoridation
By Melissa Busch
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on April 7 that it will swiftly review new scientific data on the potential health risk associated with adding fluoride to public drinking water.
April 8, 2025
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Coroner makes ruling in dental patient's death
By Melissa Busch
A county coroner in Ohio has determined the cause of death of a man who became unresponsive and eventually died after being sedated and undergoing multiple dental procedures.
April 8, 2025
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3 times more likely to have impaired cognition with this problem
By Melissa Busch
Middle-age and older individuals who have this problem may be nearly three times more likely to experience cognitive impairment, according to a large study.
April 8, 2025
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Top trends for DSOs heading into spring 2025
By Beth Gaddis
Three dental service organization (DSO) leaders share the challenges they're seeing and the solutions they're evaluating as they navigate a rapidly changing industry.
April 8, 2025
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The surprising way aligners may give oral health a boost
By Ava Barros
Orthodontic treatments, particularly clear aligners, may improve oral health by stabilizing the oral microbiota and minimizing plaque buildup, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
April 8, 2025
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Iowa Dental Board cancels hearing, removes documents detailing patient death
By Clark Kauffman
The Iowa Dental Board has canceled a scheduled disciplinary hearing for a dentist who is alleged to have contributed to a patient's death.
April 7, 2025
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