CDC: Half of American Adults Have Periodontal Disease

2012-09-04

August 30, 2012 – Chicago – One out of every two American adults aged 30 or older has periodontal disease, according to new findings from

Oral Health Status of Long-Term Care Residents—A Vulnerable Population

2012-02-13

Body Download PDF Abstract Objective: To conduct an observational, cross-sectional survey of the oral health status of adults ≥ 45 years of age in

Management of Burning Mouth Syndrome

2011-12-15

Body ABSTRACT Burning mouth syndrome is a challenging condition in terms of both diagnosis and management. These challenges lead to frustration for patients and

Diagnostic Dilemma: The Enigma of an Oral Burning Sensation

2011-12-09

Body ABSTRACT Burning mouth syndrome is an enigmatic condition that can be difficult to recognize and diagnose. Dental practitioners must be able to distinguish

Does ultrasonic dental equipment affect cardiovascular implantable electronic devices?

2011-08-24

Body Ultrasonic dental devices have been in use since the 1950s and are important in the armamentarium of oral health care providers.1 Ultrasonic scaling is

Genetic Risk Factors for Celiac Disease

2011-08-18

Body I read with great interest the article by Dr. Rashid and colleagues,1 as it provided valuable information to oral health care providers on celiac

What should I look for when treating an alcoholic patient (current or recovered) in my office?

2011-08-18

Body Alcohol consumption is accepted around the world. About 70% of the US population drinks alcohol, and 1 in 10 will suffer from problems of

Metastases to the Mouth and Jaws: A Contemporary Canadian Experience

2011-06-10

Body Download PDF ABSTRACT Background and Objective: The types of cancers that most frequently metastasize to the mouth and jaws reflect, for the most

Giant Cell Arteritis Presenting with Bilateral Loss of Vision and Jaw Pain: Reminder of a Potentially Devastating Condition

2011-04-28

Body ABSTRACT A case of giant cell arteritis was diagnosed in a woman who presented with bilateral loss of vision that did not improve

Oral Manifestations of Celiac Disease: A Clinical Guide for Dentists

2011-04-11

Body View letters related to this article Download PDF ABSTRACT Celiac disease (gluten sensitive enteropathy) is a common disorder affecting both children and

Why do some people get dizzy in the examination chair?

2010-06-16

Body Dizziness isn’t the kind of thing that most dentists are worried about; however, they probably see it often in their practices. Recently, a 66-year-old

Nearly Half of Americans Want to See Their Dentist More Often,Nearly Half of Americans Want to See Their Dentist More Often

1970-01-01

You may feel that your patients don’t see you as often as they should. But would you believe that they really do want to see