A new study found that almost 81% of antibiotics prescribed for infection prophylaxis before dental visits were unnecessary. In the first such study to examine
Dear DrBicuspid Member, In a report that surprises no one who sees older adults in their practice, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
It’s time for the dental office to be proactive about heart health, according to Karen Davis, RDH. Davis spoke about how dental teams can promote
We dentists positively contribute to the health of our patients in many ways. However, I believe we as dentists and dentistry, as a whole, fails
Does periodontal disease cause systemic disease? Yes, but … How’s that for an answer that keeps you hanging? Let me explain. Alvin Danenberg, DDS. Yes,
Another warning about the potentially harmful effects of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has been issued. A new poster to be presented at an upcoming European conference
Experiencing caries or periodontal disease as a child may be an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease later in life, according to the findings of
An 11-year-old California girl had an anaphylactic reaction to milk protein from a prescription toothpaste, according to a published report in Allergic Living. She died
Poor oral health is associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer in African-American women, according to a large, long-term study. Researchers used data from
Dental Hygiene Is the First Step to Prevent Systemic DiseasesThe latest research confirms dental hygiene is one of the most important steps for preventing systemic
Data support the use of fluoride in toothpaste to prevent decay, but there is no standardization of fluoride levels in toothpaste. Researchers performed an updated,
Mouth ulcers may be closely linked to seemingly unrelated physical and psychological conditions, a new study has found. Genetic variants associated with canker sores are
