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Why Toothpaste Makes Orange Juice Bitter
2 days ago, 22 May 13, 4:00am
What is it about toothpaste that transforms the sweet flavor of orange juice into something so bitter? For the solution to that mysterious sensory phenomenon - in colorful, animated detail - check the latest episode of the American Chemical Society's…Increase In Access To Routine, Preventive Care For Children, Low-Income Adults Revealed By First Economic Analysis Of Practicing Dental Therapists
8 days ago, 16 May 13, 4:00am
A new report assessing the economic viability of services provided by practicing midlevel dental providers in the U.S. shows that they are expanding preventive dental care to people who need it most: children and those who can't afford care. At the s…Clues To Tooth Regeneration Provided By Alligator Stem Cell Study
9 days ago, 15 May 13, 4:00am
Alligators may help scientists learn how to stimulate tooth regeneration in people, according to new research led by the Keck School of Medicine of USC. For the first time, a global team of researchers led by USC pathology Professor Cheng-Ming Chuon…No Need To Toss Your Toothbrush After A Sore Throat
17 days ago, 7 May 13, 4:00am
Word on the street has it you should replace your toothbrush after suffering from a cold, the flu or a bout of strep throat. That may not be necessary - at least when it comes to sore throats, according to a study presented at the Pediatric Academic…Fluoride Reduces The Ability Of Decay-Causing Bacteria To Stick
19 days ago, 5 May 13, 3:00am
In an advance toward solving a 50-year-old mystery, scientists are reporting new evidence on how the fluoride in drinking water, toothpastes, mouth rinses and other oral-care products prevents tooth decay. Their report appears in the ACS journal Lang…Study Finds New Iodine Mouthwash May Impact LDL Cholesterol
34 days ago, 20 Apr 13, 3:00am
Clinical trials continue. Data presented to oral medicine conference Cleaning your mouth and cleaning your arteries could be as simple as a once-a-day oral rinse if additional studies confirm preliminary findings about a new product...Development Of Wisdom Teeth In Children May Be Affected By Dental Anesthesia
49 days ago, 5 Apr 13, 3:00am
Researchers from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine have discovered a statistical association between the injection of local dental anesthesia given to children ages two to six and evidence of missing lower wisdom teeth...40 Percent Of Dental Bib Clips Retained Aerobic Bacteria; 70 Percent Retained Anaerobic Bacteria Post-Disinfection
50 days ago, 4 Apr 13, 3:00am
Researchers at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and the Forsyth Institute published a study that found that a significant proportion of dental bib clips harbored bacteria from the patient, dental clinician and the environment even after th…Common Test For Measuring Mercury May Overestimate Exposure From Dental Amalgam Fillings
62 days ago, 23 Mar 13, 3:00am
A common test used to determine mercury exposure from dental amalgam fillings may significantly overestimate the amount of the toxic metal released from fillings, according to University of Michigan researchers. Scientists agree that dental amalgam f…Insight Into Periodontal Health, Disease
65 days ago, 20 Mar 13, 4:00am
Microbes from the human mouth are telling Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists something about periodontitis and more after they cracked the genetic code of bacteria linked to the condition...
Primary Care Docs Should Play Role in Kids' Dental Health, Experts Say
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 3:00am
Title: Primary Care Docs Should Play Role in Kids' Dental Health, Experts SayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2013 8:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2013 12:00:00 AMHealth Tip: Don't Smoke for a Better Smile
7 days ago, 17 May 13, 3:00am
Title: Health Tip: Don't Smoke for a Better SmileCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/17/2013 8:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/17/2013 12:00:00 AMAlligator Study Gives Clues to Regrowing Lost Teeth
9 days ago, 15 May 13, 3:00am
Title: Alligator Study Gives Clues to Regrowing Lost TeethCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/14/2013 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2013 12:00:00 AMHealth Tip: When a Bite Isn't Right
18 days ago, 6 May 13, 3:00am
Title: Health Tip: When a Bite Isn't RightCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/6/2013 8:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2013 12:00:00 AMBad Breath
18 days ago, 6 May 13, 3:00am
Title: Bad BreathCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2013 12:00:00 AMWisdom Teeth
24 days ago, 30 Apr 13, 3:00am
Title: Wisdom TeethCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 1/31/2005 6:18:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/30/2013 12:00:00 AMHealth Tip: Signs of Periodontal Disease
30 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 3:00am
Title: Health Tip: Signs of Periodontal DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/24/2013 8:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/24/2013 12:00:00 AMRoot Canal
45 days ago, 9 Apr 13, 3:00am
Title: Root CanalCategory: Procedures and TestsCreated: 1/31/2005 6:18:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/9/2013 12:00:00 AMDental Anesthesia May Interrupt Wisdom Teeth Growth
46 days ago, 8 Apr 13, 3:00am
Title: Dental Anesthesia May Interrupt Wisdom Teeth GrowthCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/5/2013 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 4/8/2013 12:00:00 AMDental Crowns
46 days ago, 8 Apr 13, 3:00am
Title: Dental CrownsCategory: Procedures and TestsCreated: 1/31/2005 6:18:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/8/2013 12:00:00 AM
Stop the Excuses! Go to the Dentist
7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:51pm
Oh, you don't love spending time and money as a stranger picks, buffs, scrapes, fills or pulls your teeth? Join the club.Innocent man, jailed for 20 years, suing forensic experts
7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:51pm
Bennie Starks was released from prison in 2006, after being locked up for 20 years for a crime he never committed.Diet soda habit as bad for teeth as meth addiction
8 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:47pm
"You look at it side-to-side with 'meth mouth' or 'coke mouth,' it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less the same," said Dr.Outspent Portland fluoride opponents rallied a movement
10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:50pm
Anti-fluoridation forces - who raised far less money, had fewer seasoned campaign professionals and lost a one-sided battle for newspaper and other endorsements - easily overturned the Portland City Council's decision to fluoridate the city's Bull Ru…Teen arrested in death of his 2 brothers in Utah
10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:47pm
Jurors in Jodi Arias' murder trial resume deliberations Thursday after they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time... Jurors in Jodi Arias' trial resumed deliber…
Give Back to New Orleans and Volunteer at Mission of Mercy Charity Event
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 1:18pm
ADA Seeks 750 Dental Team VolunteersAACD Unplugged to Feature AACD 2013 Headliner Dr. Betsy Bakeman
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 11:41am
Dr. Betsy Bakeman, an Accredited Fellow Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and an AACD 2013 headliner, will teach the next session of AACD Unplugged Sept. 20-21.Dr. Bakeman’s presentation is titled,...The Canary System Inventors Receive The "Inventors Of The Year" Award From the University of Toronto
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 10:58am
Quantum Dental Technologies is pleased to announce that the inventors behind the energy conversation technology powering The Canary System™ were recognized by the University of Toronto as“Inventors of the Year”.China - Italy Laser Education Agreement Signed
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:19am
On May 10th, 2013 an International Collaboration Agreement for Higher Education was signed in Bejing, China between the Capital Medical University’s School of Stomatology Director Dr. Yuxing Bai and the University of Genoa, Italy ‘s...America's Dentists Launch Nationwide Campaign To Address U.S. Dental Crisis
8 days ago, 15 May 13, 2:35pm
‘Action for Dental Health: Dentists Making a Difference’ Offers Real-World Solutions Harris Interactive Study Reveals What’s at Stake in America’s Dental Divide ADA Research Brief Reveals Failure of Affordable...
County-level characteristics as predictors of dentists' ECC counseling in the USA: a survey study
4 days ago, 19 May 13, 8:00pm
Background:Transmission of Streptococcus mutans from mother-to-child can lead to Early Childhood Caries. A previous study identified characteristics and beliefs of general dentists about counseling pregnant women to reduce risk of infection and Earl…Social determinants of health and periodontal disease in Brazilian adults: a cross- sectional study
4 days ago, 19 May 13, 8:00pm
Background:Recently, increasing importance has been placed on the social determinants of health and disease. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of periodontal disease in Brazilian adults and identify possible relationships with soci…Developmental defects of enamel in primary teeth and association with early life course events: a study of 6¿36 month old children in Manyara, Tanzania
10 days ago, 13 May 13, 8:00pm
Background:Children with low birth weight show an increased prevalence of developmental defects of enamel in the primary dentition that subsequently may predispose to early childhood caries (ECC).Focusing 6--36 months old, the purpose of this study…Dental caries prevalence, oral health knowledge and practice among indigenous Chepang school children of Nepal
10 days ago, 13 May 13, 8:00pm
Background:Chepang communities are one of the most deprived ethnic communities in Nepal. According to the National Pathfinder Survey, dental caries is a highly prevalent childhood disease in Nepal. There is no data concerning the prevalence of carie…Dental caries among children visiting a mobile dental clinic in South Central Kentucky: a pooled cross-sectional study
22 days ago, 1 May 13, 8:00pm
Background:Dental caries is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases affecting a large portion of children in the United States. The prevalence of childhood dental caries in Kentucky is among the highest in the nation. The purposes of this…
Interleukin Genetics to Discuss Corporate Update and First Quarter Results
10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:05pm
Interleukin Genetics, Inc. will host a conference call and Webcast today at 4:30 p.m. to provide a corporate update and discuss the Company’s first quarter resuStop the Excuses! Go to the Dentist
15 hours ago, 23 May 13, 11:17am
Oh, you don't love spending time and money as a stranger picks, buffs, scrapes, fills or pulls your teeth? Join the club. No one says you ought to enjoy dental appointments, but that doesn't mean you should skip them. It's through the mouth that we b…Aspen Dental Opens New Practice in Columbus, GA
17 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:00am
SYRACUSE, N.Y., May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Aspen Dental office is opening in Columbus, GA on Thursday, June 6. Located at 6783 Veterans Pkwy, the practice will provide dental services that range ...Aspen Dental Opens New Practice In Defiance, OH
17 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:00am
SYRACUSE, N.Y., May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Aspen Dental office is opening in Defiance, OH on Thursday, June 6. Located at 1601 Clinton St., the practice will provide dental services that range ...North Hollywood Dentist, Dr. Afar, Offers Various Sedation Dentistry Options
2 days ago, 22 May 13, 10:00am
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Dental phobia can produce crippling anxiety and delay needed dental care. An estimated 40 million Americans experience dental anxiety, which leads ...
UAB and School of Dentistry ranked first nationally in NIDCR funding - UAB News
9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:21pm
UAB and School of Dentistry ranked first nationally in NIDCR fundingUAB NewsWe have some of the top minds in dental research in the United States and the world at UAB, and this is a testament to our hard work and dedication to the nation's oral healt…Laguna Beach Dentist Dr. Richard Sterling and His Patients are All Smiles ... - PR Newswire (press release)
10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:32pm
Laguna Beach Dentist Dr. Richard Sterling and His Patients are All Smiles ...PR Newswire (press release)That means he goes above and beyond what's expected of most dental practices to provide everyone with the personalized, gentle care they deserve.…Aspen Dental Opens New Practice in Columbus, GA - PR Newswire (press release)
17 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:03am
U.S. News & World ReportAspen Dental Opens New Practice in Columbus, GAPR Newswire (press release)The Columbus practice is one of eight Aspen Dental locations in Georgia, a state where an estimated 14.5 percent of the population, or more than 1.4 mil…Gulfside Dental Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month - Houston Chronicle
2 days ago, 22 May 13, 10:06am
Dentistry IQGulfside Dental Recognizes Mental Health Awareness MonthHouston ChronicleMay is Mental Health Month and Gulfside Dental wants to call attention to strategies and approaches that help all Americans achieve complete wellness which is essent…Preventative dentistry or how to protect teeth from disease - WorlDental.org
3 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:16pm
Preventative dentistry or how to protect teeth from diseaseWorlDental.orgBy thoroughly investigating the dental health of the patient during each visit for signs of periodontal disease or tooth decay, as well as changes in the soft tissue of the mout…
Henry Schein Chairman and CEO Stanley M. Bergman Honored By Hispanic Dental Association, National Dental … - Yahoo Finance
, 1 Aug 12, 7:01am
Mr. Bergman received an award recognizing Henry Schein's long-term commitment to meeting the needs of a diverse population to improve oral health. The first joint conference of these three national culturally-specific dental associations ...Improving the oral health of adults with special needs proves challenging - medicalxpress.com
, 1 Aug 12, 4:45am
A comprehensive study using electronic dental records to profile the oral health status of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) has concluded that access to specialized dental care alone is not sufficient to meet the communi…Advant Dental Launches Healthy Teeth and Gums for Life Campaign - YAHOO!
, 1 Aug 12, 12:56am
In response to surveys revealing the importance of healthy teeth and gums to patients, Advant Dental in McKinney Texas is conducting a campaign to improve the oral health of the community. In response to surveys revealing the importance of ...SPRIM Announces Publication of Oral Health Clinical Study in Caries Research - Marketwatch
, 31 Jul 12, 6:34am
All subjects reported their gum chewing habits on a standard questionnaire and underwent a series of oral health tests ... investigating and preventing dental disease. About SPRIM SPRIM is an integrated, global health innovation centered firm ...Gum Disease Hits The Economy, Warn Eludril And Elgydium - Houston Chronicle
, 30 Jul 12, 10:17am
And many of these cases of sickness absence – notably those caused by gingivitis (gum disease) – could have been prevented, say the oral healthcare experts from Eludril and Elgydium. They point to the Adult Dental Health Survey for England, Wales…
Common Questions About Cosmetic Dentistry
, 5 Jun 12, 7:02am
Does Bleaching Damage the Teeth? No. When carbamide peroxide, the active whitening agent, contacts water, hydrogen peroxide is released which whitens the teeth. Bleaching does not soften, demineralize or weaken the teeth. ...Read Full PostBeastie Boys Bandmember Loses His Battle With Salivary Gland Cancer
, 29 May 12, 12:12pm
Salivary Gland Cancer: Adam Yauch, Beastie Boys bandmember, dies of the disease, but what is it?A member of the iconic Beastie Boys, has passed away after battling cancer of the salivary gland, according to news reports. Yauch, 47, was treated for…The Role Nutrition Plays in Maintaining Healthy Teeth
, 25 May 12, 6:03am
Everyone knows the importance of proper nutrition and a good diet when it comes to maintaining physical health. However, the same level of thinking can also help with our dental health, and having good nutritional and eating habits will contribute to…Who's Most Afraid of the Dentist?
, 14 May 12, 10:10am
Who's most afraid of the dentist? According to new research, it's not the who you'd most expect. It's women in their 40s.Ongoing research from the University of Sydney suggests that this demographic is more likely than other age groups to have fel…Bottled Water Linked To Tooth Decay
, 8 May 12, 5:44am
According to spokesman on pediatric dentistry for the ADA (American Dental Association), Jonathan D. Shenkin, fluoride is an extremely important ingredient that promotes a healthy smile. It is important to brush the teeth at last twice a day using a…
Alligator stem cell study gives clues to tooth regeneration
10 days ago, 14 May 13, 10:14am
Alligators may help scientists learn how to stimulate tooth regeneration in people, according to new research. For the first time, a global team of researchers has uncovered unique cellular and molecular mechanisms behind tooth renewal in American al…New evidence on how fluoride fights tooth decay
23 days ago, 1 May 13, 11:28am
In an advance toward solving a 50-year-old mystery, scientists are reporting new evidence on how the fluoride in drinking water, toothpastes, mouth rinses and other oral-care products prevents tooth decay.Researchers increase the success rate of tooth implants
25 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 9:49am
Elderly or people with osteoporosis, smokers, diabetics or people who have had cancer are sometimes not eligible to receive dental implants as their bones are unable to correctly integrate the new prostheses which replace the root. Researchers have n…Material loss protects teeth against fatigue failure
29 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 6:50pm
Scientists have digitally analysed modern human teeth using an engineering approach, finite element method, to evaluate the biomechanical behavior of teeth under realistic loading. They report results showing that very widespread loss of dental mater…Dental anesthesia may interrupt development of wisdom teeth in children, study suggests
51 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 11:26am
Researchers have discovered an association between local dental anesthesia given to children ages two to six and evidence of missing lower wisdom teeth. The results of this epidemiological study suggest that injecting anesthesia into the gums of youn…
Open Question: why do i feel dizzy and have these other symptoms? do i have anemia?
6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:20pm
my hands and feet are always cold, even when its hot outside. i've been getting dizzy lately but it only lasts a couple of minutes. im also tired all the time, my mom says that its because i sleep very late but that is not true i sleep early because…Open Question: I work at ross do there dental plan (ADP) cover braces .?
6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:13pm
I work at ross and I want braces. There dental plan and benefits are with ADP . Do ADP cover braces or even cover most of the payment.Open Question: HELP! I have an abscess tooth!?
6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:12pm
been to emergency last night got antibiotics & needle, woke up 5am when it wore off and couldn't sleep again, been taking pills when able to but still a horrible throbbing pain, went again to clinic when pain was unbearable to the point where i was c…Open Question: How to whiten teeth - any ideas?
6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:12pm
I've always had naturally dis-coloured teeth.Toothpastes used for whitening are pretty in-affectiveDon't really wanna waste money on professional whitening - hello i'm seventeen and poor!Any ideas? Thanks guys.Open Question: My tooth won't come out...?
6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:02pm
Okay, so I had a loose tooth for about a month or two, and since I'm prone to pain, I'm scared to pull it out, or even let out naturally.Now a new tooth is growing in and one root in the front won't come off, and I want it to get out.Help D: - Any…
