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The Etiology of Xerostomia

Aug 8, 2019

...on enamel de- and remineralization and plaque metabolism. J Clin Dent. 2013;24(Spec No A):A32–A44. Trushkowsky R. Xerostomia management. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. 2014;12(3):3–39. From Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.…

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Treating Sensitivity in Orthodontic Patients

Aug 21, 2019

...Credit: SerrNovik / iStock / Getty Images Plus Toothpaste Dentifrices are the most commonly used desensitizing agent. Advantages of this application method include reduced costs and easy, at-home application with...

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Oral Biofilm Disruption

Aug 28, 2019

Biofilms are composed of bacteria adhering to each other or to living or nonliving surfaces. They form complex communities surrounded by extracellular polymeric substances. Cells within these biofilms have changing...

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CE Sponsored by Church & Dwight: Achieving PH Neutralization

Sep 18, 2019

...Oral Biol Med. 2000;11:366–380. König KG. Diet and oral health. Int Dent J. 2000;50:162–174. World Health Organization. Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children. Available at:…

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Caries Prevention Protocol

Sep 18, 2019

...bottle or nursing habits, incipient lesions (both radiographic and clinical), and caries within the first 3 years of life. Photo Credit: Kalinovskiy / iStock / Getty Images Plus Bacteria Evaluation...

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The ADA Seal of Acceptance: Higher Standards for Your Patients

Oct 18, 2019

...include evidence that the product is FDA-approved; a full description of the product, including its chemical composition or components; and evidence to show it complies with established testing standards, including...

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Gingivitis Management With Mouthrinses

Oct 16, 2019

...entire mouth. Photo Credit: belchonock / iStock / Getty Images Plus Essential Oils Essential oil (EO) rinses consist of a combination of thymol, menthol, and eucalyptol with methyl salicylate. Alcohol...

Antibiotics Not Necessary for Most Toothaches, According to New Guideline

Nov 14, 2019

...Journal of the American Dental Association, aligns with the ADA’s longstanding antibiotic stewardship efforts and pledged commitment to the U.S. government’s Antimicrobial Resistance Challenge. Patients with toothaches are…

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Tipping the Scales Toward Remineralization

Nov 5, 2019

...3.3), sports drinks (pH of 2.3 to 4.4), wine (pH of 2.3 to 3.8), and beer (pH of 4.0 to 5.0) are consumed. Over time, drinking these beverages can cause...

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Researchers Develop Antimicrobial Peptides to Inhibit Implant Biofilms

Nov 26, 2019

...to adhere to the implant’s surface. This new method demonstrates how an antimicrobial peptide can bind to an implant and directly counter localized pathogens at the site, rather than working...