Sugar, early end of breastfeeding ups risk for dental caries in infants
2023-02-12
Including sugar in the diet of infants and early interruption of breastfeeding increases the risk of dental caries in children by the age of 2,
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How cannabis affects vital signs, sedation for oral surgery
2023-02-09
Patients undergoing IV sedation who test positive for cannabis may have vital signs and anesthetic requirements similar to those who don’t have the drug in
Endodontics Insider: How to improve numbness in irreversible pulpitis patients
2023-02-08
Dear Endodontics Insider, Patients with irreversible pulpitis may experience greater anesthetic effectiveness from inferior alveolar nerve blocks if they are given anti-inflammatories prior to endodontic
17th century aristocrat perfected smile with gold wires
2023-02-06
Archaeologists used imaging to discover how a 17th century aristocratic woman stabilized her loose teeth using gold wires — a solution that, although innovative at
Can desensitizers ease sensitivity from tooth bleaching?
2023-02-06
Using calcium-containing bioactive desensitizers during dental whitening procedures doesn’t reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity, but they can decrease the intensity, according to a systematic
Ultradent launches temporary resin
2023-02-05
Dental material manufacturer Ultradent Products has released J-Temp temporary resin, a premixed, light-cured resin. The resin can be used for procedures, including bite ramps and
Orthodontists with beards, tattoos seen as less professional
2023-02-05
Patients perceive orthodontists with tattoos, piercings, loose hair, and beards as less professional, according to a study published on January 31 in the American Journal
Research to explore biomarker for alternative root canal therapy
2023-02-02
A researcher with the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in New York will explore a potential biomarker supporting the success of vital pulp
Restoratives & Cosmetics Insider: Can desensitizers ease sensitivity from tooth bleaching?
2023-02-01
Dear Restoratives & Cosmetics Insider, Using calcium-containing bioactive desensitizers with dental whitening doesn’t reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity, but they can decrease the intensity,
Apply to study endodontic management of dental diseases
2023-02-01
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) and the Foundation for Endodontics are seeking applicants to investigate outcomes of endodontic management of pulpal and associated periapical
What you need to know about anesthesia and the climate crisis
2023-01-29
Clinicians can reduce the amount of anesthetic gas, including nitrous oxide, used during procedures without negatively affecting patient care and help fight global warming, according
Week in Review: Court rules on dental therapists and Medicaid | Dental debate over Question 2 | New fronts in the fight against gum disease
2023-01-27
Dear DrBicuspid Member, The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that dental health aide therapists in tribal communities in Washington can receive
