TheraBreath recently launched its Dazzling Mint Whitening Rinse, which the company said uses no peroxide or any harsh chemicals. The company said the rinse forms a protective barrier and helps resist new stains as well as freshens breath for 12 hours. The Dazzling Mint Whitening Rinse. Image courtesy of TheraBreath.
Young Innovations and Synapse Dental are launching a new device called the Dental Pain Eraser. The device is a pen-shaped, electronic dental anesthesia tool that Young Innovations claims can prevent and relieve oral pain in seconds without the need for local anesthetic injections, gels, or drugs. This includes pain resulting from orthodontic procedures, dental work, canker sores, and tooth sensitivity. The pain eraser is available through Young Specialties. The Dental
People can lose their teeth for many reasons; they may be born with bad teeth, lose them with age or lose them as a result of accidents, diseases, and poor oral hygiene, among other reasons. Losing teeth affects their ability to speak and eat and overall their quality of life. The most common and reliable method to solve this issue is dentures. Even though there are other options, such as
Three out of four people experience tooth wear, but unless it’s severe, tooth wear may not have a big impact on patients’ oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), according to a study of 570 adults that was published on August 23 in the Journal of Dentistry. Tooth wear is generally asymptomatic in the early stages and often goes unnoticed by adult patients even when the condition is advanced. While three-quarters
Periodontal disease is an epidemic trend, according to the authors of a systematic review published on August 20 in the Journal of Dentistry. More than one-third of pregnant people experience periodontitis, and about two-thirds experience bleeding on probing, the review found. Oral health has a significant impact on pregnancy outcomes for mothers and their future babies. Although most inflammatory changes that occur during pregnancy, including gingivitis, disappear within a few
Prenatal fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size, as well as higher odds of infants being born large for their gestational age, according to a large Swedish study published on August 20 in Environmental Research. The study of more than 500 mother-child pairs is the first to suggest a correlation between gestational fluoride exposure and birth size, the authors wrote. The findings can’t be explained by the water
For kids, lost baby teeth are generally cause for celebration, as the tooth fairy is dishing out more cash than ever, with a national average of $5.36 per tooth. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day, the editorial team at DrBicuspid is taking a closer look at what the fairy is leaving behind. DrBicuspid’s editorial team surveyed 40 participants at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting. We asked how much a baby
Dental lasers can significantly reduce the time it takes to complete a root canal procedure and other treatments compared to traditional high-and slow-speed handpieces. They are minimally invasive, which can leave the patient with better results and faster recovery times due to their advanced technology. 1. Lasers can reduce the risk of pain. Dr. Ben Curtis Dental lasers have the ability to preserve the natural tooth and gently remove the
A notable link was found between invasive dental procedures, especially extractions and surgeries, and subsequent infective endocarditis in high-risk patients, according to a large U.S. study published on August 17 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Additionally, there is a noteworthy correlation between antibiotic prophylaxis (AP) and a reduced risk of infective endocarditis (IE) following invasive dental procedures (IDPs). The landmark study included nearly 8 million people. “These
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is an effective and efficient treatment for early childhood caries, but the resulting permanent black tooth staining is a top concern for parents considering its use for their children, according to a study that is being published in the October issue of the Journal of Dentistry. Although oral health knowledge has generally improved, early childhood caries remain a global issue. Untreated caries can progress into
Dental institutions and practices are now well positioned to learn from one another by sharing data, co-developing improvement strategies, and disseminating findings, according to an article published on August 12 in the Journal of the American Dental Association. Evidence-based decision-making in healthcare is becoming increasingly complex, as providers must make decisions that integrate scientific evidence. However, it is common that there is little information about the long-term impacts of these
What is a Dental Crown? 3 Fast Facts Broke a tooth? Have bruxism? Chances are you’ll need a dental crown to protect and cover the affected tooth. But what exactly is a dental crown? What’s it made of? Check out these three fast facts about dental crowns. What is a dental crown? A dental crown, also known as a cap, is a tooth-shaped restoration placed on top of a weakened
