The number of U.S. pediatric dentists is expected to grow by more than 60% through 2030, according to new research commissioned by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD). Without major policy shifts, this drastic increase in supply could overtake demand for services. The dental industry is in a time of transition — more dentists are postponing retirement and an increasing number of students are enrolled in dental school. A
You might not be a dentist yourself — but you have eyes. Look for these 5 obvious warning signs of gum disease. Think you suffer from any of the following? Call our dental office in Cleveland. We’ll make a complete diagnosis and recommend a treatment plan to get you back to health. What is Gum Disease? Gum disease is a chronic condition of the gums that gets worse
Root caries is a multifactorial disease that can be prevented. So how can you identify patients who might be at risk? After reviewing almost 20 years of studies, researchers found that older patients who are tobacco users are among the most at risk. With an aging population and growth in the number of natural teeth retained in these patients, root caries is an increasingly common treatment issue. Researchers conducted the
What’s the worst dental procedure? It may not be root canals. The treatment faired about the same as extractions and prosthodontic services in a recent study examining oral health-related quality of life. In the study, researchers compared the quality of life for patients who underwent root canal treatment to those who received other common dental procedures. Their findings were published in the Journal of Endodontics (June 13, 2019). “Patients who
Atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) has become known as an inexpensive way to treat early childhood caries in public health settings, but silver diamine fluoride (SDF) also has been investigated as a low-cost method. Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to determine which method may be better to use when treatment access is limited. They randomly assigned 68 children with 118 active dentine caries lesions on the occlusal surface of primary
Dentsply Sirona has launched a new portal for the secure transmission of scan data and case information. The Connect Case Center replaces the Sirona Connect portal. Features include direct communication with a dental technician through the chat function and the ability to send photos to the dental lab as attachments. The platform also includes the Connect Case Center Inbox, which enables all labs to access the case center, regardless of
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Are there advantages to using a laser for crown removal? In our latest case report, Dr. Timothy Anderson reports on a 52-year-old man who needed to have a crown on tooth #15 removed. He describes using a laser for removing the crown and explains the advantages for both the practitioner and patient. Research suggests dental practitioners average two errors per day, and about 1% of these errors lead
Drinking sugary beverages may be associated with an increased risk of cancer, according to the findings of a study published in BMJ on July 10. The evidence suggests sugary drinks, including 100% fruit juice, may contribute to the overall cancer rate. The study included health and nutrition data from more than 100,000 French adults. While the researchers urged caution when interpreting their findings, they also called for strategies that curb
Completing a final impression during the fabrication of complete dentures can be time-consuming. Researchers compared a method using the denture’s baseplate and one using custom trays and found that the baseplate method was faster and had similar clinical outcomes. Their study included 68 edentulous patients referred for denture treatment who were randomly divided into two groups: a custom trays group (n = 30) and a trial denture baseplate group (n
Can you blame mom and dad for a patient’s caries? Maybe. An international team of researchers identified dozens of new genes associated with oral health and dental diseases. Their findings suggest many dental traits are heritable. Scientists have long known that two people with similar diets and oral hygiene routines can have vastly different levels of oral health. Researchers explored whether genetics may explain this conundrum in a new study,
Garrison Dental Solutions has launched a new section matrix system. The NiTin sectional matrix system is primarily used for class II posterior composite restorations. The system includes matrix bands with a significantly pronounced curvature, color-coded, anatomically correct wedges, ergonomically designed ring placement forceps, and band placement and removal forceps, according to Garrison Dental Solutions.
The New Jersey Department of Health has appointed Darwin Hayes, DDS, MHA, as the state’s new dental director. Dr. Hayes will oversee dental services and programs for New Jersey residents and be responsible for developing and overseeing the state’s Oral Health Plan. He was previously the lead co-director of the General Practice Residency Program at BronxCare Health System.
