News tagged with general dentistry


Excessive soda can mimic illicit drug use effects on teeth

(HealthDay)—Manifestation of dental erosion caused by illicit drug use or excessive soda consumption needs to be distinguished from dental caries, according to case studies published in the March/April ...

Dentistry created May 13, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Literature review shows inflammation links obesity and gum disease

Blood on your toothbrush can be a warning sign of gum disease. And, if you are overweight, it can indicate other serious health issues, such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.

Dentistry created Mar 12, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Using mouthrinse reduces plaque and gingivitis more than toothbrushing alone

New research published in the January/February 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), indicates that the use of a germ-killing mouthrinse in addition to reg ...

Dentistry created Feb 19, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

California dentists develop restorative crowns for kids

Two dentists-turned-entrepreneurs say they're part of the most revolutionary development in children's dental care "since fluoride."

Dentistry created Feb 11, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Caution advised when considering patient and colleague feedback on doctors

Official assessments of a doctor's professionalism should be considered carefully before being accepted due to the tendency for some doctors to receive lower scores than others, and the tendency of some groups of patient ...

Other created Oct 28, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0