Good News About the Longevity of COVID-19 Immunity
Emerging research shows that immunity to the novel coronavirus may last upwards of 1 year, especially among those who are fully vaccinated and have recovered from a COVID-19 infection. Two studies, one published in Nature, the other in …
Study Examines Role of Anxiety and Facial Self-Contact in COVID-19 Transmission
An investigation into the association between fear of COVID-19, dental anxiety, and the frequency of hand-to-face contact in a dental setting may offer a better understanding of these biopsychosocial factors in the spread of COVID-19.
Swiss Researchers Map Complete Single-Cell Atlas of Human Teeth
For the first time, scientists at the University of Zurich have mapped a comprehensive atlas of single cells that comprise human teeth. The findings may lead to new cell-based approaches to various dental therapeutics. Results from the…
FDA Says Antibody Testing Not Effective in Determining Immunity Among the Vaccinated
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that SARS-CoV-2 antibody testing is not able to determine immunity among individuals who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Antibody testing can be used to determine whether…
GSK Consumer Healthcare Commits to Make Over a Billion Toothpaste Tubes Recyclable By 2025
GSK Consumer Healthcare (GSKCH) is partnering with two global packaging suppliers to launch fully recyclable toothpaste tubes across its specialist and science-based oral health brands.
More Than 10,000 COVID-19 Infections Found Among Vaccinated Individuals
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces that more than 10,000 cases of “breakthrough” COVID-19 infections have been diagnosed among vaccinated Americans. The CDC also asserts that the actual number of…
Moderna Seeks Approval for Use of its COVID-19 Vaccine Among Kids Ages 12-17
Recently released data show that the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is effective among children ages 12 to 17. Data were collected from a clinical trial of more than 3,700 adolescents. Among those who received two doses of the Moderna vaccine, no…
Dentists Exhibit Much Lower SARS-CoV-2 Rates Than Other Healthcare Providers
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association finds that dentists are at lower risk for contracting SARS-CoV-2 than other healthcare providers such as nurses and physicians. Based on data collected from June…
Improving Patient Outcomes With a Multidisciplinary Approach
In many clinical scenarios that require correction of malocclusion or misaligned dentition, a multidisciplinary approach involving orthodontics and periodontal therapy can have favorable outcomes. The intricate relationship between these…
Study Shows Bacterial Imbalance Linked to Development of Alzheimer Disease
Harmful bacteria found below the gumline have been implicated in the Alzheimer disease process.
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