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Periodontitis can be a gateway to heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and more. That means dentists are on the front lines of saving lives.
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Better oral health leads to a better immune system—and better ability to fight off the COVID-19 virus.
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Don't believe the hype. Flossing does save teeth, and there's evidence to prove it. …/2098-flossing-leads-to-less…
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“Starting July 1, the European Union bans amalgam for children under 15. The US needs to act too,” said Charlie Brown, president of the World Alliance...
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Patients who used a Google Daydream headset saw their blood pressure and heart rate go down during the dental procedure.
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The SmartByte retainer uses Bluetooth to tell orthodontists when patients aren't wearing it.
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The dentists are most concerned about the generation of dental aerosols, which could potentially carry the virus.
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Coffee may be good for your teeth. It reduces bone loss in the jaw, and its antibacterial properties protect the...
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Adding 1% w/w CHX
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to GIC led to notable anti-biofilm ability and had no adverse effect on the mechanical properties of the restorative material....
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Dr. Steven L. Rasner addresses 2 common clinical complications—broken root rips and maxillary sinus perforations—and their recommended solutions.
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Amalgam fillings soon may be replaced by a new mixture containing stem cells that will stimulate dental pulp into...
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University of Washington surgeons rebuilt an upper jaw and a hard palate in a single day.
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Titanium dioxide, which is used as a whitening agent, can impact the gut microbiota and trigger diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer.
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If you want to stop periodontal inflammation, try a low-carb diet with lots of micronutrients, antioxidants,...
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Dr. Gordon Christensen (
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Fewer teeth, poorer dental hygiene, and more dental caries experience are closely related to dysbiotic shift in the tongue microbiota composition....
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“For the first time ever, we found evidence that bacteria can affect fat cells,” said Nader G. Abraham, PhD, DrHC.
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A team of experts explain the 5 things your teeth say about your health. Read on for more information.
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A child who has a first dental visit at age 5 has nearly 20 times the odds of having cavities at that visit than a child who has a first dental visit at...
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The ADA is urging all dental practices to postpone all elective treatment for the next three weeks.
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The patch treats mucosal conditions such as oral lichen planus and recurrent aphthous stomatitis, which cause painful lesions and affect 1% to 2% of the...
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77% of dentists fully paid their staff for the week of June 1, though employee dentists aren’t being hired back as rapidly as other staff.
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Insufficient attention to sterilization processes can expose patients to contaminated instruments, implants, or other critical items, the ECRI Institute reports.
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The researchers found that articaine did not cause increased neurotoxicity or delayed responsiveness in human-derived cells compared to lidocaine....
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Periodontitis leads to an imbalance in the normal healthy oral microbiome, with an increase of bacteria that cause inflammation. These disease-causing bacteria then travel to the gut.
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The Technology of Belief: You Are Capable of Saving “Unsavable” Teeth
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Today's young dentists need soft skills and hard skills alike to succeed, as well as mentors who will help them develop these talents.
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Broccoli extract may prevent the return of head and neck cancer in patients in remission.
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If this gum starts to taste bitter, you've got some dangerous bugs in your mouth....
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The University of Michigan has developed technology that helps clinicians “see” and map patient pain in real time through special augmented reality glasses.
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Replacing amalgam fillings may wind up releasing more mercury vapor than leaving the fillings in situ.
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The percentage of people who had cardiovascular disease and were edentulous was 28%, while only 7% had cardiovascular disease but did not have missing teeth.
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AAPD Foundation Commits $1.8M for Needy Kids’ Dental Care
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Do you screen every one of your patients? You might just save a life.
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This week, it seems like the best way to get new patients would be to turn your office into a Pokemon Go location.
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Exposing enamel cells from rodents to fluoride resulted in calcium dysregulation, with decreases in calcium entering and stored in the endoplasmic reticulum.
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The University of Michigan School of Dentistry was named the top dental school in the world for the second year in a row.
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Researchers found no difference in failure rates between traditional amalgam and newer composite resin fillings....
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Dentists can use EnvisionTEC's E-Denture material and a 3-D printer to create dentures....
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Eddie Van Halen's death reminds us that tobacco and alcohol play a significant role in oral cancer. When dentists talk about these issues with their patients and conduct routine screenings, they can save lives.
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The video explains three different types of resorption, which occurs when tooth structure begins to dissolve, and their treatment options.
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Pulp that looks like a pair of horns indicates good levels of vitamin D. Pulp that looks like a chair indicates a...
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Dental amalgam represents the largest use of mercury in the European Union and is a significant source of pollution with consequences for environmental and human health.
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The proportion of medically prescribed antibiotics attributable to dentistry is between 8% and 11.3% of the total.
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The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is the top dental school in the world, according to the ARWU,...
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Remember the time the great Muhammad Ali fought Mr. Tooth Decay? Rolling Stone has the full story....
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As vaccination rollouts appear imminent, the ADA notes that dentists are healthcare professionals who provide essential care.
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Gingivitis plays a decisive role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers at the University of Bergen in Norway.
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The bioceramic implant was shown to transform into bone, with a composition indistinguishable from natural bone.
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The Aesthetic Flex is virtually unbreakable and is easy to polish and repair....
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Doctors Without Borders traveled to the Amazon to provide free dental care with the support of Dentsply Sirona.
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Research has found prominent links between the deficiency of certain vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin D, and early implant failure.
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In September, the FDA recommended the use of non-mercury restorations when possible and appropriate instead of dental amalgams in people who may be at higher risk for adverse health effects from mercury exposure.
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Services should be limited to urgent and emergency visits only, which will protect both patients and staff, preserve personal protective equipment and patient care supplies, and expand available health system capacity.
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TOP 10 CLINICAL ARTICLES OF 2020
1. Root Resorption: Causes and Remedies
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Dental student Nisha Garg set up a free screening to treat veterans in the Chicago area.
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46% of adults in England indicate they would be likely to cancel a routine appointment if they had one booked during the new lockdown. Also, 45% are now less likely to seek routine care when due for a checkup, compared to before the new restrictions.
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Dentists will be first in line when a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available. But if you have questions about the vaccine approval process, the ADA has answers.
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Physicians need better standards for an appropriate diagnosis of burning mouth syndrome, according to the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine.
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The major protein in the dentin is converted to smaller fragments when treated with hydrogen peroxide.
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Oral piercings may be trendy, but they also present risks for chipped and cracked teeth, infections, and more....
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According to the new guidelines, antibiotics are not necessary for most instances of dental pain and intraoral swelling.
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Oral bacteria can travel to the heart and latch onto damaged areas, causing endocarditis.
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The amylase in saliva can break processed starches down into sugars while they are still in the mouth.
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Do you know how to identify and treat a dentigerous cyst? Learn more in our latest continuing education article, which you can read for two credits.
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Approximately 60% of dental procedures carried out by undergraduates fail due to the difficulties in practicing on artificial teeth....
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Use photos and video to show patients what's going on in their mouths for better care:
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The average American consumes 34 kg of sugar each year.
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Drs. Jose-Luis Ruiz and Raymond L. Bertolotti look at implant placement and ponder if it may be time for astute professionals to consider minimally invasive bonded bridges as a first-choice option in certain clinical circumstances.
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Trigeminal nerve injuries may occur as a result of many facial, oral-surgical, and dental procedures despite the practitioner...
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More than 400 volunteers provided care to more than 1,200 kids, including screenings, fluoride varnishes, and dental education.
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The guidelines note the risks of released mercury vapor for pregnant and nursing women, children, patients with neurological diseases, and other patients.
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Researchers at
@UConn
say they are a step closer to understanding the root causes of oral mucositis that occurs after chemotherapy, with direct evidence that the oral microbiome could influence its clinical course.
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Bruxism linked to obstructive sleep apnea can take its toll on dental implants, too....
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By teaching your patients to examine themselves for signs of oral cancer in between dental appointments, you may save a life.
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George Kirtley, DDS, discusses the formidable aesthetic challenges that may be faced when treating patients who present with missing maxillary lateral incisor agenesis in this exclusive continuing education article.
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A Fix for Maxillary Implants in Previously Failed Sites
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Early detection and treatment are important if more serious conditions such as arthritis, nervous system problems, and carditis, which affects the heart’s electrical system, are to be prevented.
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#lymedisease
#dalhousieuniversity
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Henry Schein CEO Stanley M. Bergman (left) helps cut the ribbon at ProHEALTH Dental's grand opening.
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Doctors and dentists will now have a common language and the same understanding of pain, benefiting diagnosis and the patients themselves.
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You are the first line of defense in diagnosing oral cancer. The ADA is offering help....
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CBCT-generated implant guides are key to successful dental implant procedures in the aesthetic zone....
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The rate is far below that of other health professionals in the nation, the ADA said. Also, 99% of dentists are using enhanced infection control procedures when treating patients.
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Fillings made from biomaterials may be able to repair and regenerate dentin....
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It's Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and you could do your part in saving lives by ramping up your screening and diagnostic efforts.
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The University of Hong Kong topped the list, followed by Queen's College London and the University of Michigan....
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Dental hygienists had the highest mean wage in Alaska at $115,050 and $55.31 per hour, followed by California at $109,9070 and $52.87.
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As you prepare your office to reopen, if you aren't open already, you may wonder what the "new normal" will be like. Three clinicians share their experiences.
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The culinary dentistry classes teaches second-year dental students how food and nutrition are integral to oral and overall health.
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Gutta-percha with embedded nanodiamonds is more resistant to buckling and breaking than conventional...
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People with periodontitis were 20% less likely to reach healthy blood pressure ranges compared to patients in good oral health.
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A mutation in the ORAI1 gene, studied in a human patient and mice, leads to a loss of calcium in enamel cells and results in defective dental enamel mineralization, according to the NYU College of Dentistry.
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