Drug combo shows promise for HPV-negative HNC patients
2023-04-04
A new drug combination shows promise for treating HPV-negative patients with advanced head and neck cancer (HNC), according to a study published in the Journal
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Severity of mental health symptoms linked to higher risk of oral diseases
2023-03-30
Providers may expect higher levels of oral disease among patients with adverse mental health conditions, according to a study presented on March 17 at the
Agency removes fluoride hazard classification
2023-03-24
The latest draft monograph from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Toxicology Program (NTP) has removed the hazard classification of fluoride. It
Obesity, not ancestry, may be linked to dental development
2023-03-16
When people develop teeth may have more to do with whether they are overweight or obese than their genetic origins, according to a study published
PRF may help reduce oral surgery infections
2023-03-14
Using a platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) technique to deliver antibiotics may decrease the risk of postsurgical infection in oral surgery patients, according to a proof-of-concept study
Diabetes, tooth loss worsen cognitive decline
2023-03-14
People who have both diabetes and tooth loss are at risk of a worse and faster cognitive decline as they age, according to a study
Week in Review: High-strength fluoride considerations | Is inflation an opportunity? | Teeth scaling on TikTok
2023-03-10
Dear DrBicuspid Member, What do you need to know about the use of 1.1% sodium fluoride toothpaste or gel? Our top story of the week
Md. may require proof of dental exams for kids in school, childcare
2023-03-06
Parents of children enrolled in public school or childcare in Maryland may be required to provide evidence that their kids underwent oral health screenings before
Smartphone app remotely screens children’s teeth
2023-03-02
The University of Western Australia is highlighting a feasibility study showing that a smartphone app can remotely screen children’s teeth. The study was published in
Supplement focuses on dental-medical integration
2023-03-01
Two studies led by researchers at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston were among articles highlighted on February 27 in an Annals of
Oral bacteria may increase heart disease risk
2023-02-22
Infection with a common bacteria linked with periodontal disease, oral cancers, and bad breath may cause a slight increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease,
Treats from grandparents not so sweet
2023-02-15
Less than half of mothers address the issue of grandparents giving their grandchildren copious amounts of cavity-causing foods and beverages, according to a study recently