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Systematic Review Evaluates the Global Prevalence of Dental Caries Among Racially Minoritized Children
Dental caries is one of the most prevalent preventable infectious diseases worldwide, with an estimated 2.5 billion people affected. Families with low income have...
Research Evaluates Prevalence of Delayed Oral Health Care among Adults with Diabetes
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 38.4 million people of all ages have diabetes in the United States.1 Diabetes increases...
QUIZ: Test Your Tobacco and Nicotine Cessation Knowledge
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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....
Systematic Review Examines Unfavorable Beliefs about Oral Health and Dental Care During Pregnancy
Health-related misinformation is often associated with a need for more scientific understanding or evidence and professional consensus. If the misinformation is consistently reiterated, especially...
Researchers Compare Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances’ Effects on the Periodontium
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by recurrent episodes of partial or complete upper airway obstruction, often caused by the collapse of the airway...
Literature Review Assesses Impact of Oral Health Education on Patients in Cardiology Hospital Settings
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is widely recognized as the leading cause of death worldwide. Many modifiable risk factors are well known, such as smoking status,...
QUIZ: Test Your Dental Hygiene History Knowledge
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Researchers Investigate the Impact of Periodontitis and Systemic Inflammation with Mortality Risk
Cardiovascular disease has been one of the leading causes of death worldwide for many years. Genetic factors play a role in disease onset and...
QUIZ: Test Your Saliva and Salivary Gland Knowledge
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Systematic Review Evaluates Initial Carious Lesion Rates Associated with Fixed Orthodontic Treatment
The development of carious lesions around brackets and bands used in fixed orthodontics is a common side effect of orthodontic treatment. This is likely...
Oral Health and Pregnancy: Research Examines Prenatal and Dental Providers’ Knowledge and Practice Behaviors
Poor maternal oral health has been associated with adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes and early childhood caries. An estimated 75% of pregnant people develop...
Research Finds a High Abundance of Previously Unknown Antibiotic-Resistant Genes in Bacteria
The rise in antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections is a significant global concern, causing nearly five million deaths annually. Bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics through changes...
QUIZ: Test Your Tooth Eruption Knowledge
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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...
Research Assesses Impact of Interdental Cleaning on Cardiovascular Disease Events and Mortality
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is responsible for one-third of all-cause mortality globally and places a considerable burden on health care systems. Increasing evidence indicates an...