Hinman Awards $183,000 in Scholarships
2020-05-19
The Hinman Dental Society has awarded scholarships totaling $183,000 to 90 students enrolled at 46 dental schools and programs throughout the Southeast. These Hinman Scholars
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Brain infected with periodontal disease bacteria shows Alzheimer’s signs
2020-05-14
Porphyromonas gingivalis, the main pathogen that causes chronic periodontitis, can invade the brain, triggering symptoms characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published online
Antibiotics alter how brains of rats react to opioids
2020-05-07
New research shows that antibiotics may change how the gut-brain connection works in rats dependent on opioids. The use of antibiotics altered the way the
Does a parasite hold the key to better periodontal disease treatment?
2020-05-05
Entamoeba gingivalis, a parasite found in the mouth, may be an underestimated source of oral inflammation that causes destructive forms of periodontitis, according to a
Cannabidiol may help antibiotics fight resistant bacteria
2020-04-19
As many people around the U.S. celebrate the marijuana-centered holiday 4/20 today, they may not realize the plant has more to offer than a good
New oral-systemic health documentary series released
2020-04-08
A new seven-part documentary series on Well.org explores the link between oral health and overall health. “Gateway to Health: Healing Secrets of the Oral Biome”
New campaign uses cognitive method to get kids to brush at night
2020-03-19
Do you want to get more children brushing their teeth every night before they go to bed? Encourage your young patients and their parents to
Report: Few parents take measures for kids’ oral health
2020-03-15
Parents in the U.S. rank among the least likely to limit their children’s sugar intake and take them for their annual dental checkup, according to
Flossing, dental visits reduce perio disease bacteria
2020-03-15
No surprises here: Good oral hygiene can reduce bacteria that contribute to periodontal disease. Researchers found people who flossed and recently visited the dentist had
Brushing 3 times a day may cut diabetes risk
2020-03-09
Want to lower your risk of developing diabetes? Brush your teeth. Brushing teeth at least three times per day was linked to lowering a person’s
Review highlights role of dentistry in diabetes detection
2020-03-08
Oral healthcare professionals and patients widely support the use of blood tests for the early detection of type 2 diabetes in dental settings, according to
Nursing and Dental Students Collaborate on Systemic Care
2020-03-06
Nurse practitioner (NP) students from the University of Manitoba College of Nursing recently joined dentistry and dental hygiene students at the Bannatyne campus dental clinic to