Dental Hygiene

Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA
By Kevin Henry
In the hopes of raising awareness for other dental practices, compliance expert Linda Harvey shares what caused a New England practice to recently be handed a stiff U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fine.
November 14, 2024
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3 common hopes for dental hygienists in 2025
By Tracee Dahm
Sure, the holidays may not have arrived yet, but Tracee Dahm, RDH, is already excited about what could come for dental hygienists when the calendar turns to 2025.
November 12, 2024
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Reasons why patients maintain oral health may surprise you
By Ava Barros
More adults are practicing proper oral care to avoid costly dental issues, desiring to save money and avoid unexpected expenses, according to the Delta Dental "2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."
November 11, 2024
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Newly developed toothbrush may prevent toothpaste swallowing
By Ava Barros
A professor at the Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine has developed a toothbrush with suction to prevent people from swallowing toothpaste, according to a university press release.
November 5, 2024
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Taking melatonin may protect oral health
By Melissa Busch
The sleep aid supplement melatonin may have a protective role in oral health, potentially aiding in managing periodontitis, oral cancers, and more.
November 4, 2024
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Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns
By Ava Barros
Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.
October 31, 2024
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These gum disease patients may benefit from plant-based diets
By Ava Barros
Switching to a plant-based diet may alleviate periodontal inflammation in patients at risk for cardiovascular disease, suggests study findings recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.
October 29, 2024
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A dental hygienist shares her oral health advice for Halloween
By Kevin Henry
Which talking points does a dental hygienist share with her patients about all the candy that comes with trick or treating? Maria Jackson, RDH, shares her thoughts.
October 29, 2024
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OralDNA acquires assets of Sensible Diagnostics
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Salivary diagnostics firm Access Genetics, operating as OralDNA Labs, has acquired the assets of Sensible Diagnostics. The deal's financial terms were not disclosed.
October 28, 2024
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How your toothbrush may combat antibiotic resistance
By Ava Barros
Toothbrushes carry various viruses, including bacteriophages. Researchers want to leverage these viruses to treat antibiotic-resistant infections, according to a study recently published in Frontiers in Microbiomes.
October 28, 2024
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Periodontitis may be linked to thrombotic diseases
By Ava Barros
Periodontitis may contribute to thrombosis by promoting the transmission of bacteria and systemic inflammation thereby affecting cell interactions and coagulation, suggest the findings of a review published in the International Journal of Oral Science.
October 24, 2024
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Newly designed toothbrush may get teeth cleaner
By Ava Barros
A toothbrush with a thin head, slim neck, and ultratapered bristles may significantly outperform the standard toothbrush in reducing plaque and gingivitis, suggest study findings published in BMC Oral Health.
October 18, 2024
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