Dental Specialties

This simple sugar may alleviate chronic gum disease

By Ava Barros

The simple sugar D-mannose may treat chronic gum disease by affecting how certain cells function, possibly changing gene activity related to immune response. This study was recently published in BMC Oral Health.

November 15, 2024

ADA Forsyth, Voyager to host denture course

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA Forsyth Institute and Voyager Dental will host an online advanced digital denture course on Friday, November 15, from 12-2 p.m. Pacific time.

November 14, 2024

'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Researchers have unveiled a smart wearable dental brace that captures never-before-seen in-mouth data that may lead to breakthrough treatments for conditions like bruxism and motor impairments.

November 14, 2024

VOC exposure linked to periodontitis

By Ava Barros

Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.

November 13, 2024

Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin

By Dr. Jorge F. Zapata

In this case study, Dr. Jorge F. Zapata explains how he used immediate dentin sealing and a resin coating technique to achieve a functional and aesthetic restoration.

November 13, 2024

Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes

By Melissa Busch

Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.

November 13, 2024

A smart hack for an implant-supported denture

By Ava Barros

A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.

November 13, 2024

Ingested denture required 2 surgeries, months of recovery for man

By Melissa Busch

A man unknowingly swallowed his partial denture, causing an abnormal connection between his esophagus and trachea that required him to undergo two surgeries and eight months of recovery.

November 12, 2024

Topical fluoride may reduce radiation caries

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Topical fluoride may effectively reduce radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, according to a systematic review recently published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

November 12, 2024

Gum disease may not be linked to implant failure

By Ava Barros

The extent, severity, and progression rate of periodontitis may not significantly affect implant treatment, according to research recently published in the Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

November 11, 2024

Trump expected to end water fluoridation in 2025

By Melissa Busch

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said President-elect Donald Trump will recommend in January that fluoride be removed from public water systems.

November 11, 2024

The key to dentin hypersensitivity may be in your kitchen

By Melissa Busch

An antioxidant found in many plants like grapes and apples, as well as red wine and green tea, may aid in the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity.

November 8, 2024

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