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Researchers Look at Oral Health of Patients with Combat-induced PTSD
When a person is clinically depressed, their dental hygiene may suffer; there is no doubt about that, but what about those who suffer from...
New Technologies: Measuring Biofilm pH, Dentin in 4D, Natural Tooth Restoration
Acids can be introduced to the mouth from the beverages or foods a person eats, from gastric juices due to GERD or bulimia, and...
Some Dentists are Unaware of Opioid Alternatives and Prescribing Best Practices
The Survey of Opioid Prescribing Among Dentists Indicates Need for More Effective Education Regarding Pain Management, published in the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA),...
The Correlation Between Obesity and Periodontal Disease
Several studies have shown that there is a correlation between obesity and periodontitis. New research has been looking at what the two have in...
Study Emphasizes Patients Need Better Brushing Instruction with Powered Brushes
Educating patients on the importance of oral health and home care is a huge part of our job. However, sometimes, it can feel like...
Oncological Treatment in Children May Alter the Development of Dental Occlusion
Cancer treatments in children have been tied casually to the development of malocclusion, but legitimate studies on the subject are rare. The Comparative Study of...
Congenital Hemophilia and Increased Caries Risk: Dental Treatment and Homecare Tips
Many studies have been conducted on how systemic diseases can increase the risk of dental disease, and research has been conducted on how poor...
Systemic Review Investigates if Ramadan Intermittent Fasting Has Oral Effects
Several systematic reviews have studied the temporary general health effects of Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) on the body. However, reports on dental health mostly...
Asthma Inhalants: Higher Caries Rates, Periodontal Disease, Candidiasis, and Biofilm Accumulation
Last year, this writer took their child to the doctor for asthma medication. The doctor told the child to brush their teeth each time...
16 Rare Systemic Diseases Correlated with Premature Loss of Deciduous Teeth
Deciduous teeth (baby teeth) are essential for a child to learn to eat, form sounds, communicate in words, and properly form the stomatognathic system....
Osteosarcoma in the Jaw: A “Diagnostic Dilemma” for Dental Clinicians
Have you come across a patient with osteosarcoma in your clinical dentistry experience? Pre-teens and young adults have the largest potential of developing this cancer...
Topical Steroid Treatment for Oral Lichen Planus: Does It Cause Candidiasis?
Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects mucous membranes. Patients with oral lichen planus may be at risk for oral cancer...
Bariatric Surgery: Research Shows Surgeons Lack Basic Knowledge of Dental Erosion
Obesity-related surgeries are becoming more and more popular and widespread every year worldwide. These surgeries' side effects and complications are usually presented to the...
Research Looks at Oral Health of Children with Down’s Syndrome
A high number of individuals with cognitive disabilities and physical limitations have a difficult time maintaining a healthy dental hygiene routine. The level of...
Marijuana Use Increases Periodontitis Sooner Than Expected in Young Adults
Note: The study's objective in this summary is on marijuana and the possible adverse effects. We realize that CBD has potential beneficial uses in...