Artificial intelligence (AI) can create music, make immersive games, and even aid in the diagnosis of tooth decay. Soon, AI may help make dental fillings, according to a University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) news article. Researchers at UTSA and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio recently used AI to predict which dental composites perform the best, with the goal of reducing the duration of
Dr. Deepika Ganne. As a practicing endodontist, I often get cases where the teeth are suspected of fractures and the dentist asks for my opinion on how to restore them. Understanding the nature of cracked teeth is critical to help diagnose and treatment plan. Cracks are seen principally in three varieties: Craze lines are cracks in the enamel and do not extend into the dentin. They occur naturally or are
Dental care costs are estimated to increase nearly $46 billion over five years due to the removal of fluoride from public water systems, with California, Florida, and Texas seeing the highest total costs, according to a research brief from the ADA Health Policy Institute (HPI). The states estimated to have the lowest total costs over that same period were Hawaii, Vermont, and Alaska, according to the brief. “Removing fluoride from
You know what’s funny? Just saying “root canal” makes people tense up. I see it happen in my office all the time. And honestly? I get it. The stories people have heard… some from their parents, some from that friend who had a bad experience twenty years ago, some from who knows where online. Working as a dentist here in Bangkok, I hear these same worries whether my patient is
Composite resin restorations are an integral part of restorative dentistry today. The versatility and capacity to instantly restore teeth make composite an invaluable material. The advent of reliable adhesives allows restorative dentists to push the envelope for minimally invasive, conservative treatment with composite resin. However, when completing resin restorations, clinicians need to ensure they create a highly polished end result to ensure tissue health and maintain the restoration’s aesthetics.
Dr. Meena Barsoum is back with another clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS. This time, Barsoum has a case study that illustrates a need with his dental patient’s anterior teeth and how communication with the lab was critical in making the case come together. Video transcript “This is Meena Barsoum with CDOCS, and welcome to the tip of the day. “Today, I want to talk about anterior cases, specifically when working
At a time when states like Utah have stopped adding fluoride to public water systems, 81% of adults in the U.S. report supporting or not being opposed to community water fluoridation, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. Only 6% of adults polled supported a complete ban on water fluoridation, according to the report. “This survey confirms that the campaign against water fluoridation is out of
They may win titles and awards, walk red carpets, and bank the big dollars, so what else could actors, athletes, and celebrities really need? Dentists say some could really benefit from smile makeovers. From Golden Globe winners to Super Bowl champs, no one was off limits when discussing the topic with DrBicuspid. If Dr. Jeremy Manuele of Hamilton & Manuele Orthodontics in Las Vegas had his way, he would take
Excessive screen time may contribute to the progression of early childhood caries (ECC), highlighting the need for better prevention efforts, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health. Efforts should include family-centered approaches that promote better oral hygiene habits and less time in front of electronics, the authors wrote. “High PSE may contribute to the progression of ECC, as evidenced by a higher prevalence of cavitated lesions among
In this episode of The HuangshanDental.com Podcast, I reconnect with Dr. Ann Bynum, a seasoned pediatric dentist, to discuss key topics in pediatric dentistry. During our discussion, Bynum explores innovations in anesthesia, the importance of addressing airway issues in children, and the benefits of minimally invasive dentistry techniques. She also emphasizes the significance of effective communication within dental teams and the need for continuous education in practice management. Additionally, our
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a series in which we will ask dental experts to evaluate the smiles of celebrities and well-known individuals from all walks of life. U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) doesn’t make dentists smile, and it has nothing to do with his antifluoride crusade. It’s whatever is going on with his teeth. A recent photo of RFK Jr.,
At-home and in-office tooth bleaching (IB) may effectively preserve the appearance of resin-infiltrated (RI) white spot lesions (WSLs), according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. However, the limited color stability when exposed to staining highlights the need for extra measures to ensure long-term results, the authors wrote. “Both IB and HB (home bleaching) restored the color of resin-infiltrated WSLs to near-baseline levels after staining
