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Dental Patients Question Practices After OK Investigation
***UPDATED: September 20, 2013*** Investigators at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have confirmed the first documented case of patient-to-patient transmission of hepatitis C in the United States, associated with a dental setting. Transmission of the disease is a result of improper infection control procedures at the Tulsa, Oklahoma dental office identified earlier this […]
Does Your Job Influence Your Oral Health?
Did you know that your job could have an effect on your oral health? I never really thought of it before, but when I pondered the question myself, I thought, sure, there are plenty of jobs that influence your mouth. I’m sure professional hockey players carry quite a bit of dental insurance. Models and entertainment […]
ADA Voices Concern Over Dr. Oz Segment
It’s hard enough getting people to visit their dentist regularly and a popular television talk show isn’t making it any easier. Earlier this week, “The Dr. Oz Show” aired a segment titled, “Are Your Silver Fillings Making You Sick,” quickly prompting a response from the American Dental Association (ADA) in the form of an Issues […]
New Early Detection Test for Gum Disease
***UPDATED: November 3, 2014*** According to a new study out of UCLA, spit just got a whole lot cooler. In addition to playing a vital role in oral health, scientists have discovered that saliva contains many of the same molecules used to detect disease in blood. This astonishing breakthrough means that the early detection of […]
Further Evidence Links Oral and Heart Health
***UPDATED: February 28, 2014*** Further studies into the relationship between heart and oral health have discovered that the common practice of removing infected teeth prior to cardiac surgery may cause an increase in the risk of major adverse outcomes, according to a recent Science Daily article. In order to avoid infection during or after surgery, […]
Recent Dentistry Trends
Recently, staff from the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Health Policy Resources Center (HPRC) has been working on the analysis of data from a number of sources regarding trends in the dentistry world. They have drawn several conclusions from their studies, however none as startling as the fact that fewer adults are visiting the dentist in […]
Technological Advances in Restorative Dentistry
There’s no doubt that the art and science of tooth replacement have come a long way in recent years. When once an individual was forced to live with an embarrassing gap where a tooth used to be, they now have several options for replacement. Dentures, bridges, and dental implants are just a few choices available, […]
Teeth Sensitivity: A Common Ailment
***UPDATED: January 14, 2015*** Suffering from tooth sensitivity is a very common complaint, with many experiencing pain while eating or drinking either hot or cold substances. Up until now, the only “treatment” for sensitive teeth has been the use of a specialized toothpaste, coupled with precautionary measures (using a soft bristled toothbrush, wearing a mouthguard […]
Think all kids will have dental under the ACA? Think again.
***UPDATED: March 11, 2014*** The oral health crisis in America is growing, and it’s becoming especially hard on our youth. Dental decay is the most common disease affecting kids in our country, with 25% of children ages 2-5 already experiencing cavities. And while President Obama’s health care law is meant to address the major health […]
A New Step for Your Oral Hygiene Routine
Have you heard about the latest pairing that is taking the oral health world by storm? According to a Medical News Today article, research recently published by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) shows that the use of germ-fighting mouth rinse partnered with tooth brushing can substantially reduce plaque and gingivitis. Lead author of the […]
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