Dr Bicuspid (3/18, Barros) reports that Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, a former faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, and currently a visiting professor in the Harvard School of Dental Medicine Division of Periodontics, explained the new classification system for periodontal Read more
Dr Bicuspid (3/18, Turner) reports, “United Concordia Dental and Harmony Health are piloting a saliva test and mobile app aimed at improving dental care access for underserved Pennsylvanians.” The saliva test “is designed to detect oral health risks like cavities, gum disease, and diabetes.” Link: https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-hygiene/hygiene-tools/saliva-testing/article/15739925/united-concordia-harmony-partner-on-saliva-test-app
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