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08/24/2020

Researchers at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine are collaborating on an artificial intelligence (AI) program that scans dental images like panoramic x-rays and alerts clinicians to results that require follow up. For example, the virtual aide would look for troublesome signs in the xrays while the dentist conducts an exam, providing a less costly and more precise analysis that takes less time. [ 214 more words ]
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Researchers at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine are collaborating on an artificial intelligence (AI) program that scans dental images like panoramic x-rays and alerts clinicians to re…

08/20/2019

Teeth are coated with a thin layer of bacteria called plaque. These bacteria feed off the sugars you eat or drink, and make acid that causes cavities. Fluoride helps fight these "acid attacks". When infants and children eat food or drink water that contain fluoride, it is carried into the teeth developing beneath the gumline. Fluoride that comes into contact with tooth surfaces in children and adults helps strengthen enamel and fight cavities. [ 222 more words ]
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Teeth are coated with a thin layer of bacteria called plaque. These bacteria feed off the sugars you eat or drink, and make acid that causes cavities. Fluoride helps fight these “acid attac…

07/30/2019

Yuck! research conducted throught an unnamed oral care start up found 30% of millenials "brush their teeth once a day". The survey of 2000 Americans also found " The average person had gone more than 2 days at a time without brushing their teeth at least once a day". Microbiological studies have shown it takes 8-12 hours for dental plaque (bacteria to organize into a colony and produce the harmful acids that cause tooth decay and other oral maladies. [ 39 more words ]
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Yuck! research conducted throught an unnamed oral care start up found 30% of millenials “brush their teeth once a day”. The survey of 2000 Americans also found ” The average per…

04/29/2019

Xerostomia is the term used to describe signs and symptoms associated with mouth dryness. -Most people experience a dry mouth from time to time from dehydration, mouth breathing or consuming dehydating beverages. While a sip of water may solve temperary dryness when the condition becomes chronic, the effects can be life altering. INCIDENCE Xerostomia increases with age ~20 % of the population affected with elderly females have higher prevelance of dry mouth due to postmenopausal decline in hormones. [ 1,484 more word ]
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Xerostomia is the term used to describe signs and symptoms associated with mouth dryness. -Most people experience a dry mouth from ti…

04/22/2019

Oral appliances are one option for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While very useful in the treatment of sleep apnea, research has shown sometimes dramatic changes in occlusion ("bite"). The study concluded these changes to be generally negative, but they should not be treated orthodontically as they are ongoing, and will return post orthodontic treatment. Even though major dental changes may occur, these side effects should not deter the patient from continued appliance therapy if it proves to be an effective treatment for OSA; since OSA can have very detrimental effects on the subjects overall health. Conversely, if the patient can tolerate alternate therapies (CPAP), then orthodontic correction of the bite is a possibility.
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Oral appliances are one option for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While very useful in the treatment of sleep apnea, research has shown sometimes dramatic changes in occlusion (& #…

03/19/2019

Taking a low dose aspirin every day to prevent a heart attack or stroke is no longer recommended for most older adults. The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association just reversed that idea. The change comes after a large clinical study found a daily aspirin had no effect on prolonging life in HEALTHY elderly people, and suggested the pills could be linked to major hemorrhages. [ 87 more words ]
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Taking a low dose aspirin every day to prevent a heart attack or stroke is no longer recommended for most older adults. The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association just r…

03/09/2019

According to ADA.org and Dr Alice Boghosian: "Look, as long as you are brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, and flossing or using another interdental aid twice a day you're good to go." She adds, "Mouthwash is not a necessary step to maintain good oral health" Most just freshen your breath. An exception is fluoride mouthwashes which strengthen the enamel and work best if they come last. Personally, I like to floss first to let the fluoride toothpaste pe*****te as much as possible. 14 more words
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According to ADA.org and Dr Alice Boghosian: “Look, as long as you are brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, and flossing or using another interdental aid twice a day you’re …

02/25/2019

During pregnancy changes occur in many body systems. Most of these are hormonal and can lead to physical changes in the oral tissues, such as gingival (gum) inflammation,and increased risk of cavities and acid erosion. The ideal time for dental care is early in the second trimester. In the later stages of pregnancy, comfort and its relation to the angle of the dental chair are important considerations. [ 53 more words ]
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During pregnancy changes occur in many body systems. Most of these are hormonal and can lead to physical changes in the oral tissues, such as gingival (gum) inflammation,and increased risk of cavi…

02/18/2019

The US Food and Drug administration issued a safety announcement warning consumers not to use teething products containing benzocaine on infants and children younger than 2 years of age. The report details benzocaine's association with methemoglobinemia, a disorder in which the amount of oxygen carried through the blood stream is greatly reduced. Benzocaine products are marketed under brand names such as Anbesol and Oragel. The FDA has questioned the effectiveness of these products as an additional factor in their warning. More to follow.
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The US Food and Drug administration issued a safety announcement warning consumers not to use teething products containing benzocaine on infants and children younger than 2 years of age. The repor…

05/07/2018

Researchers at the Creighton University School of Dentistry have concluded that charcoal toothpaste may do more harm than good. — Read on www.dentistrytoday.com/news/industrynews/item/3225-charcoal-toothpaste-may-wear-down-enamel
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Researchers at the Creighton University School of Dentistry have concluded that charcoal toothpaste may do more harm than good. — Read on www.dentistrytoday.com/news/industrynews/item/3225-charcoal…

03/14/2018

J Dent Res. 2016 Oct;95(11):1230-6. doi: 10.1177/0022034516655315. Epub 2016 Jun 22. Meta-Analysis; Review — Read on www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/27334438/

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J Dent Res. 2016 Oct;95(11):1230-6. doi: 10.1177/0022034516655315. Epub 2016 Jun 22. Meta-Analysis; Review — Read on www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/27334438/

02/27/2018

Researchers found chemicals in e-cigarettes that can lead to cancer and brain damage. — Read on www.usnews.com/news/health-care-news/articles/2018-02-23/study-potentially-toxic-level-of-metals-found-in-e-cigarettes

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Researchers found chemicals in e-cigarettes that can lead to cancer and brain damage. — Read on www.usnews.com/news/health-care-news/articles/2018-02-23/study-potentially-toxic-level-of-metals-foun…

02/22/2018

Evidence suggests that sipping wine may be good for your colon and heart, possibly because of the beverage's abundant and structurally diverse polyphenols. Now researchers report that wine polyphenols might also be good for your oral health. — Read on www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/02/180221091326.htm

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Evidence suggests that sipping wine may be good for your colon and heart, possibly because of the beverage’s abundant and structurally diverse polyphenols. Now researchers report that wine po…

01/18/2018

OHA & ADA Release New Infographic on Dental Coverage in Medicare – Oral Health America
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06/25/2017

Hopefully this will be the future of preventing early childhood decay

Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease, surpassing asthma, obesity and diabetes. However, little research on Early Childhood Caries exists, and current practices may not be effective enough. A new study from researchers at UPenn hopes to change that and reduce the prevalence...