Articaine given only by buccal infiltration may not be as effective as lidocaine with standard infiltration and palatal injection for molar extractions. The study was
The Onset EZ buffering pen.The Onpharma Company. The Onpharma Company has unveiled the Onset EZ buffering pen. The pen buffers individual cartridges of local anesthetic
Biofeedback (BF) may be an effective educational tool for managing temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and improving patients’ well-being, according to a recently published review in BMC
Magnetic nanobots — tiny machines — may be the solution for sensitive teeth by plugging “holes” in tooth enamel to provide instant relief, according to
Mindfulness practices may help address the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional aspects of managing pain-related temporomandibular disorders (TMD), according to a study recently published in the
A modified triple antibiotic paste (mTAP) containing azithromycin (AZM) may more effectively treat periapical inflammation (AP) compared to traditional minocycline pastes, according to a study
“We cater to cowards!” If I had to guess, I’d say that the vast majority of dentists either have this sign somewhere in their office,
Time spent on social media may be linked to oral behaviors like tooth clenching, gum chewing, and lip and object biting, which are strong contributing
A new online cognitive-behavioral therapy (o-CBT) tool may effectively reduce dental anxiety, potentially improving oral health in adults with dental fear. This study was published
MONTREAL, Canada: Hypnosis, long associated with stage performances and entertainment, is drawing attention for its clinical applications in the field of dentistry. As the demand
In the past 25 years, I have probably taken 10 or more continuing education (CE) courses specifically about temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. I’ve seen hundreds
In patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD), factors such as age, stress, and hormonal imbalances may be associated with an increased risk of sleep bruxism (SB).