Why smokers have more periodontitis but less inflammation

2010-12-06

A study led by investigators at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry may shed light on how tobacco smoke contributes to gum disease (Journal

Prolonged preop antibiotic regime enhances BRONJ outcomes

2010-12-02

Combining surgery with long-term preoperative antibiotic therapy yields the best treatment outcomes in patients suffering from bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ), according to a

Are obesity and periodontal disease linked?

2010-12-01

Dentists in clinical practice can expect a higher prevalence of periodontal disease among obese adults, although the evidence pointing to a direct link between obesity

Sleep apnea ups risk for aggressive heart disease

2010-11-29

People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have more noncalcified plaque in their coronary arteries, according to a study presented November 30 at the Radiological Society

Hu-Friedy adds infection control hand care product line

2010-11-22

Hu-Friedy has introduced its Hand Essentials line of hand care products, designed to provide dental professionals with medical-grade products for hygiene and help with infection

Ohio VA dental clinic’s infection control practices under review

2010-11-22

Another U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) dental clinic has come under scrutiny for possible infection control issues. The Dayton VA Medical Center’s dental clinic

Study: Most Quebecers brush at least twice daily

2010-11-21

An overwhelming majority of the residents of Québec, Ontario, brush their teeth at least twice a day, according to a large-scale survey by the Institut

Colgate offers new oral-systemic health textbook

2010-11-21

A new textbook, Periodontal Disease and Overall Health: A Clinician’s Guide, was released during the recent American Academy of Periodontology annual meeting in Honolulu, Colgate-Palmolive

New oral health products supports ‘good’ bacteria

2010-11-15

Impact Fusion International has expanded its Intact Nutrition product line with Intact Oral, which uses Nutri-Mastic — a combination of magnesium, calcium, ionic trace minerals,

A new approach to analyzing oral bacteria

2010-11-10

Will Raman spectroscopy one day find its way into the dental operatory as an oral health assessment and caries detection tool? A team of University

DentalEZ releases cost-effective hygiene kit

2010-11-09

As part of DentalEZ’s new video blog, the company has released DEZiree’s Hygiene Solution, which includes StarDental hygiene handpieces, the Prophy Star 3, and the

FDA to require graphic warnings on cigarette packs

2010-11-09

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is calling for a complete redesign of cigarette packaging and advertising as part of its overall strategy to