Sunstar ebrief Filling a Grave Need Aug 30, 2021 In a state with a severe shortage of oral health professionals, Claire Tucker, EdD, RDH, is making strides to improve access to care.
Sunstar ebrief NIDCR Funds University of Pennsylvania Collaborative Research and Training Aug 30, 2021 New program uses combined approach to address oral disease.
Sunstar ebrief Florida Dental Hygienist Helps Vets Access Oral Healthcare Jul 27, 2021 Eurika Peebles, CRDH, BAS, a veteran herself, supports vets’ dental health through her non-profit organization Operation Combat Smiles.
Sunstar ebrief Third-Molar Extraction May Improve Taste Ability Jul 27, 2021 We’ve long thought that removing wisdom teeth was important to maintaining oral health. But there may be additional benefits to the procedure.
Sunstar ebrief Modified Smartphone Camera Can Detect Dental Plaque Biofilm Jul 27, 2021 Selfies take on new meaning in oral healthcare with the advent of this technology.
Sunstar ebrief Dental Hygienist Exhibits a Knack for Innovation Jun 24, 2021 Sandra Horne, DHA, MHSA, RDH, adapts her educational approach to ensure her students receive the necessary training during COVID-19.
Sunstar ebrief Study Takes a Fresh Approach to Plaque Disruption in Early Childhood Caries Jun 24, 2021 Scientists strategize to disrupt stubborn bacteria-yeast biofilm implicated in early childhood caries.
Sunstar ebrief New Research into COVID-19 Lung Disease Underscores Importance of Oral Hygiene Jun 24, 2021 Study shows that individuals with periodontal diseases are likely to pass the SARS-CoV-2 virus from their saliva into their lungs—with potentially deadly results.
Sunstar ebrief Study Shows Bacterial Imbalance Linked to Development of Alzheimer Disease May 24, 2021 Harmful bacteria found below the gumline have been implicated in the Alzheimer disease process.
Sunstar ebrief New Research Offers Oral Health Strategies for Patients With Parkinson Disease May 24, 2021 These patients are at increased risk for oral health problems but dental professionals can help them keep their oral health on track.