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Researchers investigate the triggers of peri-implantitis
What are the microbial triggers of peri-implantitis? George Belibasakis and Daniel Manoil from Karolinska Institutet tackled the question in a recent review.
Jan 13, 2021
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To understand periodontal disease, researchers examine the surprising behavior of T cells
In diseases characterized by bone loss -such as periodontitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis- there is a lot that scientists still don't understand. What is the role of the immune response in the process? What happens ...
Jan 11, 2021
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Research shapes safe dentistry during COVID-19
Leading research at Newcastle University has been used to shape how dentistry can be carried out safely during the COVID-19 pandemic by mitigating the risks of dental aerosols.
Jan 11, 2021
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Researchers examine impact of COVID-19 on dental hygiene and dental students' careers
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted dental education and training. The study "COVID-19 and Dental and Dental Hygiene Students' Career Plans," published in the JDR Clinical & Translational Research (JDR CTR), ...
Jan 07, 2021
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Microbiome study: Gum disease-causing bacteria borrow growth molecules from neighbors to thrive
The human body is filled with friendly bacteria. However, some of these microorganisms, such as Veillonella parvula, may be too nice. These peaceful bacteria engage in a one-sided relationship with pathogen Porphyromonas ...
Jan 06, 2021
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Dental experts discover biological imbalance is the link between gum and kidney disease
An imbalance of the body's oxygen producing free radicals and its antioxidant cells could be the reason why gum disease and chronic kidney disease affect each other, a new study led by the University of Birmingham has found.
Jan 05, 2021
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Researchers develop foldable tent for safe dental care during the pandemic
Dental treatments are performed at close proximity to the mouths and noses of the patients, and the procedures are often related to the generation of aerosols as well as handling of oral fluids and blood. This puts dentists ...
Dec 21, 2020
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Coronavirus spread during dental procedures could be reduced with slower drill rotation
Dental procedures can pose a high risk of viral transmission because the tools that are used often produce aerosols, which can contain high numbers SARS-CoV-2 virions, copies of the virus causing COVID-19.
Dec 17, 2020
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Essential oral healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the need for consensus on the definition of essential oral healthcare. The article "Pandemic considerations on essential oral healthcare" provides a layered model of essential oral healthcare, ...
Dec 10, 2020
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How poor oral hygiene may result in metabolic syndrome
Periodontal or gum disease is known to be a significant risk factor of metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions increasing the risk for heart disease and diabetes. In a new study, researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental ...
Dec 08, 2020
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Dentistry during COVID-19: Engineering analysis offers guidelines to reduce exposure
The close proximities and confined spaces of the dental office environment in a pandemic pose a host of potential health risks, and it may be even more problematic in dental schools and other large dental offices with similar ...
Dec 08, 2020
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Researchers publish the first study on the metagenomics of dental black plaque in adults
The dark pigmentations that appear around the gums on dental enamel have a bacterial origin and there is currently no definitive therapy to remove it entirely. In order to find the best way to fight against the creation of ...
Dec 03, 2020
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Study shows link between economic, social, environmental factors and oral health
More than one in four adults in California report having poor oral health, but that figure rises to roughly one in two for the state's lowest-income residents and drops to one in five for those with the highest incomes, according ...
Dec 01, 2020
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Dental antibiotics up 25% during pandemic: study
The amount of antibiotics prescribed by dentists in Britain has soared by a quarter since COVID-19 struck, according to research published Friday highlighting the risk of a "slow-motion" pandemic of antibiotic resistance.
Nov 13, 2020
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Q&A: Uncertain times take their toll on teeth and jaws
If it seems like you've been gnashing your teeth over the woes of the world, there's a good chance that you have been. Dentists are seeing signs that tooth-grinding and jaw-clenching are on the rise during the pandemic, just ...
Nov 11, 2020
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Do I really need this crown? Dentists admit feeling pressured to offer unnecessary treatments
If your dentist recommends a crown, your wisdom teeth extracted, or some other common treatment, you may wonder whether it's really necessary.
Nov 02, 2020
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Most dentists have experienced aggression from patients
Roughly half of U.S. dentists experienced verbal or reputational aggression by patients in the past year, and nearly one in four endured physical aggression, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry.
Oct 26, 2020
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Coating implants with 'artificial bone' to prevent inflammation
Bone disease is becoming increasingly prevalent due to population aging, among other factors, and the use of dental and orthopedic implants to treat bone disease has been on the rise. The history of implants can be traced ...
Oct 23, 2020
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Study shows traditional six-month dental check-ups not necessary for healthy adults
A new review provides reassurance to patients who have missed routine dental check-ups due to COVID-19 restrictions by showing that six-monthly check-up appointments do not improve oral health.
Oct 23, 2020
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Mechanism linking gum disease to heart disease, other inflammatory conditions discovered
The link between periodontal (gum) disease and other inflammatory conditions such as heart disease and diabetes has long been established, but the mechanism behind that association has, until now, remained a mystery. This ...
Oct 20, 2020
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