Depression Drugs Linked to Implant Failure The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in 10 adults experience depression. Those who seek treatment are often are prescribed selective serotonin reuptake…

Healthy Bacteria Attack Dental Pathogens What if naturally occurring oral bacteria could be used to attack pathogens in the oral cavity? It may be possible, according to an ongoing investigation at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New…

American Dental Association Addresses Triclosan in Toothpaste Triclosan, an antibacterial agent used in Colgate Total toothpaste to fight plaque and gingivitis, recently made headlines when a news outlet questioned the rigor of the United…

Saliva Test May Predict How Body Reacts to Stress Scientists from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA), Duke University, Columbia University, and the University of Pittsburgh who were studying depression in…

Parents Warned of Dangers of Acidic Beverages Researchers are encouraging parents to sip on this finding lifelong tooth damage is caused within the first 30 seconds of an acid attack. This warning, issued by scientists at the University of…

Dental Stem Cells Promote Retinal Regeneration, New Study Shows Vision loss can have devastating consequences—affecting individuals’ ability to remain independent and negatively impacting their quality of life.  Some of the most common…

Saliva Protects Against Toxins in Coffee, Tea More than half of American adults drink at least a cup of coffee or tea every day. The negative effects of the plant chemicals found in coffee, tea, and other foods and flavorings

Propofol and Nitrous Oxide May Avoid Sedation Hypotension Many medications have adverse side effects, and propofol sedation in dental practice is no exception. A decrease in arterial blood pressure is common when using this sedative, and…

New Agent Shrinks Cancer, Leaves Healthy Tissues Untouched Head and neck cancer is aggressive and is often treated with a powerful combination of radiation and chemotherapy. While this approach may be successful, it can also damage healthy…

Calcium Phosphate Cements May Support Bone Regeneration Bone health is vital to oral health. In the case of patients with osteoporosis or edentulism, preventing bone loss is even more critical—especially when implants or implant supported…