A study of more than 97 million dental claims by the Delta Dental Plans Association found that two-thirds of children at higher risk of developing caries aren’t getting recommended preventive dental care. Among children younger than 18 years, 27% are at a higher risk of developing caries as measured by a history of recent fillings, according to a press release. Of those children, 65% did not receive two fluoride treatments
Oral Health America (OHA) will honor Michael Alfano, DMD, PhD, with the Tribute Award at its 26th annual Gala & Benefit in February. The event will be held February 24, 2016, at Navy Pier in Chicago, according to a press release. Dr. Alfano is a professor, dean, and executive vice president emeritus at New York University. The award honors those whose careers significantly affect oral health on a regional or national
The American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) has released clinical practice guidelines in the Journal of Prosthodontics (December 29, 2015) for patients with dental restorations. Patients with dental restorations supported by natural teeth, such as crowns, bridges, and veneers, or by implants can keep their teeth healthy using a lifelong recall and maintenance approach, according to the new guidelines. “Often patients are unaware of the required brushing and general maintenance needs
A new qualitative study from the Netherlands reveals what parents think about their children’s oral health. The authors found that many parents know about the importance of oral health but want further practical advice from dental professionals. For the study, they spoke with parents of 7-year-old children about their thoughts on twice-daily toothbrushing and sugary food and drinks. Many parents wanted dentists and hygienists to provide clear advice and practical
The use of PET/CT can improve radiation treatment planning for patients with head and neck cancers (HNCs), according to a review of studies that was recently published in the World Journal of Radiology. The researchers, led by Musaddiq Awan, MD, from Case Western Reserve University, sought to investigate the particular benefits of PET/CT for radiation treatment planning in patients with squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck. Radiation therapy
The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) Foundation is seeking applications for its $50,000 Sunstar-AAP Foundation Research Fellowship program. The fellowship is intended to support specific periodontal research and to supplement the fellow’s income; it is not intended to replace any salary or stipend to which the fellow would otherwise be entitled, the foundation said. Full-time periodontal educators engaged in periodontal-related research at U.S. programs are eligible. Applicants must be board-certified
Having a dry mouth isn’t comfortable to anyone. When you suffer this condition, your mouth feels parched and devoid of all moisture. This is a really annoying condition, indeed, but the worst part is that a dry mouth can make difficult for you important habits, such as swallowing, tasting, and chewing. A dry mouth can also be harmful to your dental health because it promotes bacteria buildup and plaque formation.
HuangshanDental.com takes a look back at the most-read news and clinical articles from fall 2015, as measured by page views. The most read article was Assistant Editor Theresa Pablos’ interview with Bing Hu, DDS, MD, PhD, on local anesthetics and young permanent teeth. Also featured are our popular Legal Cases series, Aspen Dental reaching a settlement with Indiana, another round in the ClearCorrect legal situation, and oral sedation’s effect in
Christmas is here! Children and adults from all around the world will wake up tomorrow morning to find that someone let a surprise under their Christmas tree. This is a season for smiles and joy, and we at wish that you have an amazing time in the company of your loved ones. It has been a great year for us, and we hope it was for you, as well. Today we
Dental Plaque is the sticky bacteria that builds up in our mouth when we have poor dental hygiene habits. When build-up is severe, it can cause gums to inflame and lead to other complications, for example bleeding gums, tooth decay, and eventually tooth loss. However, did you know that dental plaque can affect other areas, beside our mouth? Through this post, Sani will share with you 3 areas that dental
Americans with diabetes lose significantly more teeth than those without diabetes, according to a new study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The researchers also found tooth loss is especially prominent for non-Hispanic black people with diabetes. The CDC study used data from thousands of people from various demographics to analyze tooth loss between 1971 and 2012. The finding that those with diabetes lose more teeth is not
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, today marked the 70th anniversary of community water fluoridation by reiterating his endorsement of the program. Dr. Murthy called the effort “one of the most cost effective, equitable, and safe measures communities can take to prevent tooth decay and improve oral health” in a video released on December 22. “Over the past 70 years community water fluoridation has contributed to dramatic declines in both the