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Scoping Review Examines Bridging the Gap between Oral Health and Dietary Guidelines
Oral health is often overlooked when considering overall well-being and health policy decisions. Poor oral health has been coined as a "silent epidemic" that...
Researchers Evaluate Oral Health Quality of Life in Women with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Temporomandibular Disorders
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of genetic disorders that affect connective tissue, including the skin, joints, and blood vessel walls. Characteristics and symptoms...
QUIZ: Test Your Dental Hygiene History Knowledge
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Literature Review Explores the Role of Vitamin D Deficiency in Pediatric Dental Caries
Dental caries is a multifactorial disease and affects a large portion of the population. It is one of the most prevalent health conditions in...
Researchers Investigate Additional Palatal Nerve and Artery Supply to the Maxillary Teeth
It is a common belief that human anatomy has been well-investigated and is fully understood. However, head and neck anatomy has been updated frequently,...
Research Evaluates Associations of Type 2 Diabetes, Dental Diseases, Poor Oral Hygiene, and Heart Failure Risk
Periodontal and cardiovascular diseases have an established association. A causal link is still being explored. Nonetheless, the two diseases are prevalent and a public...
Researchers Find the Mechanism Behind Potential Anticancer Properties in Lidocaine
Lidocaine is a widely used local anesthetic in dentistry, known for its ability to successfully inhibit pain signals from sensory neurons, typically administered through...
QUIZ: Test Your Knowledge of the Muscles of Mastication
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The Mystery of Tooth Enamel Defects: A New Autoimmune Disorder Discovered
Tooth enamel is the most mineralized substance within the human body. However, for approximately one in every ten individuals and one-third of children with...
Researchers Examine How Clinical Environmental Factors Impact Ergonomics in Dental Hygiene Students
Dental professionals are at an increased risk of developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). With prevalence rates reaching up to 81% among dentists and 96%...
Researchers Find that Viking Age Dentistry Was Probably More Sophisticated than Previously Thought
Viking lore often conjures images of fierce warriors, longships, and far-reaching conquests, but a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg reveals another facet...
Oral Microbiome and Diet: Researchers Analyze DNA from Ancient “Chewing Gum”
What did people consume along the west coast of Scandinavia 10,000 years ago? A study involving the analysis of DNA found in a piece...
QUIZ: Test Your Trismus Knowledge
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Research Investigates Patient and Practitioner Perspectives on Tooth Extractions without Clinical Justification
There are many different routine treatments provided in dentistry, including tooth extraction. The reasons for extractions vary, but they are usually performed based on...
Systematic Review Analyzes the Association Between Periodontal Disease and Stroke
Evidence suggests that chronic infectious diseases, including periodontitis and gingivitis, can lead to atherosclerosis, which is a risk factor for stroke and coronary heart...
Research Evaluates Prevalence of Delayed Oral Healthcare among Adults with Diabetes
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 40.1 million people of all ages have diabetes in the United States.1 Diabetes increases...
Researchers Examine Nonopioid vs. Opioid Analgesics Effectiveness after Third Molar Extractions
For many, third-molar extractions are often a memorable experience. In some cases, it’s memorable due to the pain and discomfort associated with the procedure....
QUIZ: Test Your Saliva and Salivary Gland Knowledge
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Researchers Use Saliva Analysis to Help Diagnose Pain in Patients with Dementia
Dementia is a pervasive and heartbreaking condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Pain management in those with dementia is a complex issue, particularly...