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DrBicuspid  (6/9) reported that a study  in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene found that adults with depression are less likely to visit the dentist compared to those without depression. The research, led by Dr. Rolla Mira from King’s College London, utilized data from the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2017-2020, highlighting that individuals with depression had significantly lower odds of routine dental visits. The study emphasizes the need for policies to enhance dental care Read more

The Daily Express (UK)  (6/4, Nuttall) reported that Dr. Bhavika Parekh from Smile n Shine highlighted the increasing incidence of bruxism, a stress-related condition causing worn-down teeth, cracked enamel, and aching jaws. This involuntary grinding or clenching, often occurring during sleep, is being observed more in both adults and children, particularly during stressful periods like exam seasons. Dr. Parekh noted that stress levels can be identified through dental assessments before patients recognize the symptoms themselves. Early intervention, such Read more

Dental Tribune International  (6/3) reported that researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have developed a bioengineered chewing gum that reduces oral microbes associated with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Led by Dr. Henry Daniell, the gum contains a protein from lablab beans and an antimicrobial peptide, effectively reducing HPV and harmful bacteria like Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum by over 99% in lab tests. The next step involves clinical trials Read more

DrBicuspid  (6/3) reported that a study  published in the Journal of Dentistry found regular flossing is associated with a nearly 30% reduction in all-cause mortality risk. The study, led by Dr. Kai-yan Wang from The Fourth Military Medical University, analyzed data from 10,609 patients and identified an inverse dose-response relationship between flossing frequency and mortality risk. Patients with periodontitis who did not floss had the highest mortality risk, while those who flossed showed a reduced risk. The study Read more

The Academy of General Dentistry  (5/26) shared that a study in General Dentistry explored the use of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) to manage dental anxiety in children. Two pediatric patients with severe dental anxiety showed significant improvements in behavior and reduced stress levels during dental procedures when AAT was used. The therapy involved the presence of trained dogs, which helped decrease salivary cortisol levels, indicating lower stress. The study suggests AAT as a promising noninvasive technique for improving Read more