Although it’s a major concern for dental professionals, gum health may not be at the forefront of the public’s consciousness when they are looking for dental answers on the internet.
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A new study by Ohio State University has given hope that dentistry may soon return to normal.
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Confusion over the employment status of dental associates arising from a much-publicised County Court case, has been clarified by NASDAL.
The General Dental Council’s long-awaited statement on the much-criticised direct-to-consumer orthodontics industry, has had a mixed reception from two leading professional organisations.
Patients who feel they have been victims of negligent treatment will now be able to make claims against the practice, rather than the individual treating dentists, according to a leading dental litigation firm.
A leading UK dentist has questioned whether fewer dentists should be trained in favour of training more hygienists and dental therapists.
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Early childhood caries (ECC) is a common oral health problem, particularly in disadvantaged and developing populations. Its causes are multifaceted, including feeding practices like breastfeeding. The link between breastfeeding and ECC is unclear. Key findings No significant association was found between breastfeeding and the development of early childhood caries (ECC). Nighttime breastfeeding was associated with an [read the full story...]
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Antiresorptive drugs, used to treat osteoporosis and metastatic bone disease, can complicate dental implant procedures by increasing the risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). This systematic review investigates how these drugs affect the success and complications associated with osseointegrated dental implants. Key findings Antiresorptive drugs significantly increase the risk of (MRONJ), accounting for [read the full story...]
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The study assesses the impact of antibiotic prophylaxis on the incidence of infective endocarditis following invasive dental procedures, specifically focusing on the risk reduction for high-risk individuals.
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