Research Suggests Drinking Milk After Sweet Snacks to Fight Decay
2016-07-06
If you don’t have your toothbrush handy after enjoying some cookies or candy, you may want to reach for a glass of milk. Dr. Christine
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Too Many Kids Risk Their Teeth with Sports Drinks
2016-07-01
Sports drinks promise hydration and energy for athletes after a tough workout. But too many children drink them as well simply because of the sweet
Pediatric Tooth Decay Vexes Australia as Government Debates Care
2016-05-26
Pediatric tooth decay is a growing worldwide epidemic, as a University of Adelaide study reports that 40% of children ages 5 to 10 in Australia
FDA Emphasizes Added Sugars on New Nutrition Labels
2016-05-24
The nutrition label included on packaged food in the United States is about to get a makeover with a spotlight on added sugars among other
Changing Demographics Demand Age-Appropriate Oral Care
2016-05-23
Today’s dentists may see multiple generations of patients: kids with tooth decay, parents who need root canals, and grandparents trying to preserve their teeth. Naturally,
Restaurants Urged to Offer More Water
2016-05-05
Nothing beats water when it comes to keeping teeth healthy. But while licensed restaurants in the United Kingdom are required to provide tap water for
Dental Cases Spike in Florida ERs: A Q&A with Dr. Scott L. Tomar
2016-05-04
Patients who lack insurance often turn to hospital emergency rooms (ERs) for dental care when they experience significant oral pain from caries, infections, or injuries,
Device Detects Cavities Before an X-Ray Can
2016-04-22
The next wave of dental technology may include decay detection. A US patent has been awarded for the Ortek ECD system for detecting early or
Decay Increases After Calgary Stops Fluoridation
2016-02-22
Since the City of Calgary ceased its public water fluoridation efforts in 2011, children in second grade there now have an average of 3.8 more
Most Children on Medicaid Lack Dental Services
2016-02-03
As tooth decay grows among pediatric populations, access to dental care remains challenging. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reports that Medicaid is
Vitamin D May Reduce Risk of Caries in Kids
2016-01-29
Tooth decay is reaching epidemic proportions in many pediatric populations. Common factors behind its spread include household education, poor oral hygiene habits, and how often
Prosthetics Market to Hit $5.8 Billion by 2023
2016-01-15
The global dental prosthetics market will rise from 2014’s total of $3.0 billion to $5.8 billion by 2023, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)
