A long-term Finnish study suggests severe gingivitis and periodontitis may increase both the risk of developing a cerebral artery aneurysm and the likelihood that it will rupture. Dental caries, however, was not linked to aneurysm risk, placing the…
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Poor Oral Health May Increase Risk of Pancreatic Cancer Among African American Women
A Boston University School of Medicine study has found African American women with poor oral health may be more likely than the general population to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Using Adjunctive Therapies to Prevent Caries
Caries development is a dynamic process involving four players: bacteria, fermentable carbohydrates, a tooth, and an extended time period.
Colgate Announces Partnership with Boys & Girls Club of America
Colgate has expanded its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures oral health education initiative through a partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of America.
How NYU College of Dentistry Is Addressing a Major Health Challenge
NYU College of Dentistry’s Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities intends to remove roadblocks to care by providing care to individuals with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities at its new dedicated treatment center.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
In recognition of Oral Cancer Awareness Month this April, The Oral Cancer Foundation encourages clinicians across the United States to offer oral cancer screenings for their patients during regular dental visits.
Improving Delivery With Alternative Injection Techniques
When using traditional injection techniques to anesthetize a maxillary quadrant, up to five injections are required: posterior superior alveolar (PSA), middle superior alveolar (MSA), and anterior superior alveolar (ASA) nerve blocks and…
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Supporting Ergonomic Health
A variety of interventions are available to help dental hygienists reduce their risk of work-related injury.
UB to Develop Online Intervention to Improve Oral Health Practices
University at Buffalo (UB) researchers will launch an online intervention to help dental patients improve oral health practices.
Premier Dental Launches Vac Attak GREEN
Premier® Dental has launched Vac Attak™ GREEN, a new high-performance evacuation system cleaner that’s safe, effective and compliant with the EPA’s new 2020 regulations in support of the U.S. Clean Water Act.
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