Sunstar ebrief Ancient Skeletons Reveal Secrets of the Oral Microbiome Jan 11, 2022 A research team in Japan uncovers differences between ancient and modern oral pathogens.
Sunstar ebrief Internet Trend May Pose Health Risks Jan 11, 2022 Social media influencers suggest mouth taping to combat snoring. But is it safe?
Sunstar ebrief A World Health Organization Resolution Aims to Bridge the Medical-Dental Divide Dec 21, 2021 Consensus is increasing on the oral health-whole body connection.
Sunstar ebrief Obesity-Related Inflammation Linked to Periodontal Diseases Dec 21, 2021 New research uncovers more details about this bidirectional relationship.
Sunstar ebrief Where the Rubber Hits the Road Dec 21, 2021 Deanna Alexander, RDH, expands access to care with her mobile dental hygiene clinic.
Sunstar ebrief From Lettuce Field to Dental Field: One Dental Hygienist Shows It Can Be Done Nov 15, 2021 Martina Hernandez Garcia, RDH, overcame obstacles to realize her dream of becoming a dental hygienist.
Sunstar ebrief High Socioeconomic Status May Be Risk Factor for Tooth Wear Nov 15, 2021 Access to a wide array of drink options—from fruit juice to sparkling water—is a risk factor when it comes to tooth wear.
Sunstar ebrief Research Team Develops Tool to Identify High-Risk Factors for Childhood Caries Nov 15, 2021 A Duke University team focuses on differences related to insurance coverage and racial/ethnic factors to reduce the prevalence of tooth decay.
Sunstar ebrief The Best of Both Worlds Oct 18, 2021 Kandice Swarthout, MS, RDH, LPC, creates her own interesting career path combining dental hygiene and counseling.
Sunstar ebrief Implant Surfaces Are Integral to Successful Treatment Outcomes Oct 18, 2021 Boat bottoms are treated with antifoulants to prevent damage from marine organism attachment. Wouldn’t it be great if we could outfit teeth with the same protection?