Public Health

Pregnancy hormones up tooth decay risk
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Higher levels of six hormones during pregnancy may be significantly linked to an increased risk of developing cavities, according to a University of Rochester Medical Center news release dated April 3.
April 11, 2025
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What gun violence may mean for your teeth
By Melissa Busch
Increases in exposure to gun violence may be associated with going to the dentist less frequently and tooth loss, according to a large U.S. study.
April 9, 2025
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ADHA says CDC cuts will hurt oral health in the U.S.
By Ava Barros
The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) has raised concerns over staff cuts at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), warning that they threaten oral health programs across the nation.
April 7, 2025
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Report puts dentistry on high alert with shocking trend
By Ava Barros
Without proper intervention, the global prevalence of this health condition is projected to affect nearly 60% of adults by 2050, posing significant risks to oral health, reports a study published in The Lancet.
March 12, 2025
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The world may be failing at controlling oral disease
By Ava Barros
Over the past three decades, limited action has been taken to address global oral health issues. Without significant intervention, this trend is likely to persist, according to research recently published in The Lancet.
March 10, 2025
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Oral health financing needs more than a bandage
By Ava Barros
Bipartisan investment and major reforms in oral healthcare delivery may address gaps in government dental coverage, including Medicare, according to a news release from the Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
March 7, 2025
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These dental problems may be linked to osteoporosis
By Ava Barros
There may be a significant association between this index score and a bone mineral density diagnosis, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
February 26, 2025
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What global tooth loss may look like in 15 years
By Ava Barros
The worldwide burden of edentulism is expected to rise due to population growth and aging, with a substantial impact anticipated by 2040, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.
January 15, 2025
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How people in these states achieve the best smiles
By Ava Barros
This Eastern state ranked as the one with the best dental care, with about 73% of its population visiting a dentist in 2020 and approximately 90% of its public water systems are fluoridated, according to research conducted by Celebrate Dental and Braces.
January 6, 2025
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Dental clinic opened at U.S. National Guard in Ark.
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Arkansas Army National Guard has opened its in-house dental clinic, making it the fourth state to allow Army Guard dentists to treat guardsmen during drills and annual training.
December 13, 2024
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Celebrity dentist responds to threat of ending water fluoridation
By Melissa Busch
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claims that fluoride is "an industrial waste" that President-elect Donald Trump will recommend removing from public water in 2025 has a celebrity dentist raising the importance of balancing public health and individual choice.
November 15, 2024
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Things that affect patients' access to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new report highlights that improving oral health requires understanding the specific needs and barriers faced by underserved populations.
November 14, 2024
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