...half of U.S. adults have some level of periodontal disease. Also commonly called “gum disease,” the study, published online in the Journal of Dental Research, found that about 47% of...

...from the National Human Genome Research Institute, led by Senior Investigator Julie Segre, PhD, to map the bacterium’s complete genome through rapid genetic sequencing. The results were published in the...

...of Fluoride on Health,” was published in the September issue of the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is available online. Written by Carole A. Palmer, EdD,...

...palate. The greater complexity of treatment for these patients creates issues of time, cost, and scope of orthodontic practice. A study finds that while orthodontists have the motivation to treat...

...and supports the use of amalgam separators in the dental office setting. Dental amalgam is a commonly–used cavity filling material made by combining silver, copper, tin and elemental mercury. Dentists...

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...registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple is neither a participant in nor a sponsor of this promotion. More information on the newest APHA policy on amalgam is available online here...

Chronic Periodontitis Linked to Psoriasis Chronic Periodontitis Linked to Psoriasis According to a new study, people with chronic periodontitis have a slightly higher risk of developing psoriasis, a common skin...

...students and alumni. To register, or for more detailed course descriptions, please call 610-526-6083 and request a registration form, or go online to register at www.harcum.edu/dentalexpo. Early registration is encouraged....

...brief excerpt of the landmark article, a link to the full article online, and a commentary on the article and its contribution and importance to dentistry. Writing the commentaries were...