Product spotlight: Restful Jaw helps patients with TMD

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and general jaw pain, fatigue, and soreness can stall dental procedures, and the Restful Jaw Company has created a device in response. The Restful Jaw device is designed to aid and increase the efficiency of TMD treatment and also serves to enable the uninterrupted treatment of other indications. The external jaw support device can be placed on most adult-size patients, and supports the patient’s jaw in

Hotels

Traveling to another country or city could be a problem, especially if this is your first time staying in a hotel. Mostly likely you don’t know what options you have, with whom to book or what should be your priorities? wants you to have the best experience, when traveling and staying at a Hotel, that is why this week we will offered you a few tips that will help you

5 ways to ensure safe dental restorations for patients

In a 2009 American Dental Association member survey, nearly 65% of dentists responded that they believe dental technicians and laboratories are regulated in their state. This is not the case. In fact, only four states in the U.S. require either certification or continuing education for creating devices that are, in some cases, permanently placed in patents’ mouths. In addition, dental laboratories in more than 40 states in the U.S. remain

Researchers use nanoparticles to deliver drugs into teeth

Many people have felt the jolting sensation of feeling a sharp pain in a tooth after drinking cold beverages. If the pain is caused by pulpitis, the treatment often requires a root canal procedure to remove the damaged pulp. Radi Masri, BDS, PhD, associate professor, University of Maryland School of Dentistry Department of Endodontics, Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry, is developing a technique to deliver medication directly into the center of

Propofol + nitrous oxide may avoid sedation hypotension

While the use of propofol is common in dentistry, researchers are fine-tuning ways of using it effectively. Proper sedation and patient comfort can depend on fairly large doses of propofol when it is used by itself. While a quick patient recovery after administration has ceased is desirable, there are several risks with the use of the drug in these instances. Respiratory compromise and a decrease in arterial blood pressure can

Sedation dosage crucial in at-risk patients

A new editorial in Anesthesia Progress by Editor-in-Chief Joel M. Weaver, DDS, PhD, reminds dentists, oral surgeons, and all dental professionals that patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at risk of death not only during procedural sedation but also at home afterward while asleep (Summer 2014, Vol. 61:2, pp. 45-46). A normal dose in one patient can be an overdose in highly susceptible patients. “Safety first” must be the

Gum Disease

On your next dental visit, ask your dentist to examine your gums. Why is it important for your dentist to do a deep examination of your teeth and oral cavity? Unfortunately, currently many adults in the U.S. suffer some form of oral disease. Imagine if so many Americans are in danger of contamination; then this check-up is especially important. Through his examination your dentist will examine and determine if you

Global Patients Choice

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of patients who are seeking affordable dental care outside of their local healthcare systems. Many patients travel to others countries searching for a dental clinic that provides them the same high standards their local dentist can offer them, but at a fraction of the cost. Dental Departures Dental Departures is a company whose purpose is to offer superior customer

Treating perio disease reduces costs of other medical conditions

A growing body of evidence shows that periodontal disease is associated with negative systemic health consequences for patients with certain diseases and conditions. To determine the effects of periodontal disease therapy on medical costs and hospitalizations among patients with five systemic conditions, University of Pennsylvania researchers conducted a retrospective study to see if such treatment might prevent or mitigate some of the adverse effects associated with the conditions. They found

Drinking and Teeth

In the summer, many families gather and spend time together. During these months, many want enjoy the sun and are willing to travel a great distances; others travel to meet with family or friends, or to reach a party. In these events, we might meet friends we have not seen in years, others will meet new friends and in some rare occasions in these parties some have meet their soul-mate.

High-viscosity glass ionomers can seal pits, fissures

A systematic review has shown that high-viscosity glass ionomers are not inferior to the current gold standard, according to the System Initiative from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. No clinical evidence suggests they are less suitable when placing restorations in posterior load-bearing teeth and when sealing pits and fissures to prevent the development of tooth caries, the initiative found. To evaluate the current clinical evidence regarding the merits

CPP-ACP + fluoride no better than fluoride alone

As dentistry pivots toward caries management and away from “drill and fill,” research is rolling in about the effectiveness of different treatments. Casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) is used to remineralize, but just how well it works is still being established. Now, researchers from China and New Zealand who sought to gauge its long-term effect on early caries in a systematic review have presented data in the Journal of Dentistry