Halloween is all about costumes, candy and fun, but all that sugar can take a toll on your child’s teeth. Dr. Cheen Loo, chair of pediatric dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, shares ways families can enjoy the treats without lettingtooth decayjoin the party. Candy that can be tough on the teeth: Better, tooth-friendly treats: Smart Halloween candy habits: Extra tips for parents: © 2025HealthDay. All
byUniversity of Exeter Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Shame can lead people to avoid getting treatment for dental issues, potentially worsening oral health inequalities, a new study warns. A better understanding of dentalshamecould encourage more people to seek help, researchers and practitioners have said. It would alleviate some of the devastating consequences thatoral health problemscan have on overall health, disease and even risk of death. Researchers warn that health care practitioners
About 1 in 10 pediatric dental visits in which opioids were used were linked to overdose or persistent use, with the highest chance of this occurring in preschoolers. The study was published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. Also, a notable number of pediatric patients prescribed high-risk medications like opioids and benzodiazepines experienced outcomes like hospitalization after dental treatment, the authors wrote. “These results highlight the need for
Your dentist mentions plaque and tartar during every cleaning, but do you actually know the difference? Understanding these two dental troublemakers is crucial for maintaining excellent oral health and preventing costly dental procedures down the road. Here’s the simple truth: plaque is the soft, sticky film that forms on your teeth daily, while tartar is what happens when that plaque hardens and becomes nearly impossible to remove at home. Think
Voco MTA vpt mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA)-based pulp therapy cement.VOCO GmbH. Voco has launched MTA vpt, a biocompatible, radiopaque mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA)-based cement for vital pulp therapy. Its multistage reaction allows immediate restoration with a composite or glass ionomer. With increased compressive strength and low solubility, it is designed to provide a more durable, bacteria-resistant seal, according to Voco. The cement, when first mixed, is light blue, cures permanently
Women receiving root canal treatment may experience increased dental anxiety during certain phases of their menstrual cycle, likely linked to lower estrogen levels, according to a study recently published in Scientific Reports. By considering menstrual cycle phases, clinicians can better anticipate anxiety and provide more personalized care that may improve treatment outcomes, the authors wrote. “Our findings indicate that women are especially vulnerable to heightened dental anxiety during both the
Dr. Daniel Vasquez. In today’s digital dentistry, delivering restorations that are both high quality and efficient is no longer a wish, it’s an expectation. By combining the CEREC CAD/CAM ecosystem with Katana Zirconia One for Implant, clinicians can achieve aesthetic, durable, implant-supported crowns in a single appointment. This case demonstrates a streamlined workflow using CEREC Primescan, CEREC software, and Primemill together with Katana Zirconia One for Implant. The result is
Many people experience discomfort when eating or drinking something hot or cold. This reaction often points to tooth sensitivity, also known as dentin hypersensitivity. The condition is common and can range from mild irritation to sharp pain that affects daily life. Tooth sensitivity is usually a sign that the protective layer of the tooth, called enamel, or the surrounding gum tissue, has been compromised. The positive news is that with
During the recent Dentsply Sirona World meeting in Las Vegas, I had the privilege to speak with Jill Uhryniak, group vice president, orthodontics and aligner solutions for Dentsply Sirona. In our wide-ranging conversation, Uhryniak touched on topics ranging from AI to trends with adults and orthodontia. Kevin Henry: Let’s start with AI and how it’s changing treatment planning, patient monitoring, and orthodontics overall. What’s your perspective? Jill Uhryniak: Patient treatment
Two-step techniques may improve the trueness of complete arch trial restorations compared to those that only use a one-step method, and more supporting teeth may reduce deviations. The study was published recently in BMC Oral Health. Furthermore, two-step mock-up techniques with different stop placements may enhance the accuracy of complete arch trial restorations, the authors wrote. “This study demonstrates that two-step mock-up methods significantly enhance the trueness of complete-arch trial
Dr. Tom Giacobbi often details what you need to know about certain segments of your dental practice in his Just a Minute, Doc series. This time, however, he’s focused on one product that he believes dentists should know about. Watch below as he discusses the benefits of the Katana Zirconia One for Implant block from Kuraray Noritake. Video transcript “Hey, doc, have you got a minute to learn about the
Figure 1: Quick! What’s going on with the distal of #6? It isn’t calculus.Images and captions courtesy of Dr. Ankur Gupta. In March of 2011, I was doing a simple class II filling on a particularly difficult patient. She had a perfectly pleasant attitude and demeanor, but the muscles of her tongue, lip, and cheek were really difficult. She would often unexpectedly flex her lip or stick out her tongue.