Academy of General Dentistry (3/17) reports on a study that “compared orofacial radiographs of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) with those of a group of healthy controls.” Generally, those with SCD were more likely to show “generalized osteopenia, enlarged medullary spaces, thinning of the inferior mandibular border, and radiopaque lesions.” Read more…
If you have diabetes, studies suggest that good oral health may be helpful for overall health. Research has shown that people with diabetes who take care of their gums are more likely to have good glucose levels than those who have problems with their gums. Also, people who maintain a Read more…
WFLA-TV Tampa, FL (3/18, Rousseau) reports that the city of Bartow, Florida “will continue adding fluoride to the community’s drinking water after commissioners decided during a meeting Monday night.” The vote was 3-2 and followed “multiple discussions, a large amount of public comment, and passionate back and forth between commissioners.” CBS News Read more…
Diabetes is a condition in which the body does not manage blood sugar levels properly. Typical early signs of diabetes include increased thirst and urination. Unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, increased hunger, and sores that do not heal may also occur. People with diabetes may not be aware they Read more…
Dr Bicuspid (3/18, Barros) reports on a study finding that “severe caries may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis,” and “caries may increase the risk of postmenopausal osteoporosis with pathological fractures.” The findings were published in BMC Oral Health. Links: https://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12903-025-05735-7 https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-hygiene/oral-systemic-link/article/15739626/caries-may-be-linked-to-osteoporosis
As soon as your child’s teeth start coming in, they need to be cared for; this can happen as early as age 6 months. CAVITIES Even baby teeth are at risk of developing cavities. A cavity is a hole in the hard outer surface of the tooth. Cavities can become Read more…
Dental Products Report said, “Isolite creator Zyris has revealed its latest innovation – the Zyris Retractor.” According to the company, the “retraction tool is designed to offer a range of benefits that cater to the various needs of dental clinicians.” The tool “incorporates stability, patient comfort, and operational efficiency in Read more…
CNN reported, “A record 21.3 million Americans flocked to Affordable Care Act coverage for 2024.” CMS data show that “nearly 5 million more people” enrolled in ACA plans “for this year compared with last year,” and about 25% “of people selecting plans were new consumers.” USA Today reported, “Four states Read more…
Becker’s Dental Review reported, “The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is launching a program to offer tuition assistance to students who commit to practicing in underserved areas.” The “loan forgiveness program will provide financial support for tuition to dental students who agree to practice in rural and underserved Read more…
Becker’s Dental Review reported that Newsweek has published its “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity” list for 2024. Newsweek “created its list using survey results and research, and by analyzing key performance indicators for companies from 78 industries.” The list includes the following six dental companies: Colgate-Palmolive, Dentsply Sirona, Align Technology, Read more…