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The Oral and Systemic Health Benefits of Arginine

Nov 19, 2019

...activity is electronically mediated. Pods Embed Error: Pod not found. Dental caries, periodontal diseases, tooth erosion, and dentinal hypersensitivity are common oral health problems experienced by populations across the globe.1...

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What You Need to Know About Synthetic Cannabinoids

Dec 24, 2019

...as safe and legal alternatives to marijuana, synthetic cannabinoids exert significant effects on the brain, causing a host of negative side effects, including acute toxicity and possible death. Photo Credit:...

COVID-19

One in 10 Healthcare Providers With COVID-19 Experience Long-Term Effects

Apr 20, 2021

Regardless of age, health, or severity of illness, some individuals who recover from COVID-19 illness endure long-lasting effects, ranging from loss of smell/taste to fatigue to respiratory issues. New research...

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Combating Periodontal Diseases With Cannabidiol

Sep 22, 2021

...the next CBD wave-safety and efficacy. JAMA Psychiatry. 2020;77:341–342. American Dental Association. Cannabis: Oral Health Effects. Available at: ada.org/en/member-center/oral-health-topics/cannabis-oral-health-effects.…

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CE Sponsored by Colgate: Explore the Options in Take-Home Whitening

Mar 21, 2022

...2021;46:105–116. Antonson SA, Abuzinadah AJ. Advancing in-office whitening techniques. Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. 2019;17(9):25–30. Alqahtani MQ. Tooth-bleaching procedures and their controversial effects: a literature…

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NIH Funds Research on Oral Effects of HIV

Jul 16, 2022

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) awarded Case Western University School of Dental Medicine $3.25 million to investigate the oral health effects of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). More than...

CE Courses

Jul 26, 2022

...Date: September 30, 2028Authors: Denise Kissell, BSDH, EFDA, MPH See more… Add to cart $22 Probiotics and Periodontal Health Course Units: 2Issue Date: September 1, 2025Expiration Date: September 30, 2028Authors:...

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New Research to Investigate Effects of Aging on Oral Health

Jul 28, 2022

...their teeth. Past the age of 74, the rate of complete tooth loss is 26%. People in older age brackets are more vulnerable to the development of periodontal diseases, due...

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The Reality of Long COVID

Aug 16, 2022

...about symptoms. Available at: ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/covid-long-haulers-questions-patients-have-about-symptoms#:~:text=Those%20individuals%20are%20often%20referred,breath%2C%20among%20others. Accessed July 25, 2022.…

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Swiss Study Finds Stem Cells May Treat Orofacial Pain With Few Side Effects

Dec 3, 2023

...health issue in the United States. Current analgesic drug use for such pain often leads to adverse effects, necessitating alternative approaches. The study explores the use of MSCs, focusing on...