Public Health

New research to study long-term health effects of vaping
Researchers from the Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport in the U.K. are studying the long-term health effects of smoking e-cigarettes.
October 12, 2023
Vaping E Cigarette Man
Oral health disparities high among Medicare beneficiaries
New strategies are needed to address oral health disparities in Medicare beneficiaries in nursing homes, according to a recent study in JAMA Open Network.
October 11, 2023
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Oral health disparities persist in the U.S.
A CareQuest Institute for Oral Health survey shows that income, race, and ethnicity are the leading contributors to persistent oral health disparities in the U.S.
October 4, 2023
Discrimination
Report: Tooth pain leads to shocking amount of work time lost
Nearly 3 in 10 Britons have taken time off from work because of tooth pain, which is equivalent to 11.7 million working-age people.
October 4, 2023
Tooth Pain Woman
68.5M U.S. adults lack dental insurance, report suggests
Roughly 68.5 million U.S. adults are without dental insurance, according to a report released on September 6 by the nonprofit CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
September 19, 2023
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Barriers persist in teledentistry
While teledentistry assists clinicians in scheduling and conducting dental appointments, there are barriers to its use, report University of Albany researchers.
September 14, 2023
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Clean and safe water: Making informed decisions on dental waterline safety products
Dental teams go to great lengths to ensure a sterile environment for patients. That diligence should also extend to your dental waterline unit.
August 30, 2023
Dental Unit Waterline
Study links health, dental records for Sjögren's patient care
Investigators have linked electronic health records and electronic dental records to provide better care for people with Sjögren's disease.
August 30, 2023
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Metformin may help manage periodontitis
New research in mice has revealed a potential role for metformin in managing periodontitis, according to a study published in Genes & Diseases.
August 15, 2023
Gum Inflammation
PDS marks 40th international service trip
Dental service organization Pacific Dental Services (PDS) completed its 40th international service trip to provide dental care to patients in Guatemala.
August 15, 2023
PDS-supported clinicians and dedicated volunteers journeyed to Guatemala as part of the organization’s 40th international service trip in July 2023. Image courtesy of PDS.
Study to explore links between oral, mental health in women with HIV
A study involving researchers from three major universities will explore connections between oral and mental health in women with HIV.
August 9, 2023
Woman Depression
White paper addresses oral health disparities among Hispanic communities
A comprehensive white paper covers oral health disparities in Hispanic communities and how they can be addressed.
August 8, 2023
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