Clinical Update
Bisphenol A and Composites/Sealants
Bisphenol A (BPA) is widely used in the manufacture of certain plastics, and there...
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Another Systemic Link?
Results from a study completed at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and the...
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Periodontal Diseases and Pre-Diabetes
Periodontal diseases may contribute to the progression to prediabetes, according to a new study...
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Rigorous Dental Care and Bacterial Profile
Studies show that people who follow a meticulous plaque-removing regimen develop a more benign...
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Treating Chronic Periodontitis
Numerous studies have suggested that the best way to fight chronic periodontitis is with...
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Sonic Brushes Study
Removal of plaque and biofilm are keys to the reduction of cariogenic microorganisms and...
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Photodynamic Therapy for Periodontal Diseases
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) may be an effective way to treat the bacteria associated with...
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Hydrogen Peroxide Tooth Whiteners Do Not Cause Oral Cancer
A review of the literature by Dr. Ian C. Munro, et al, published in...
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Nursing Mothers and Periodontal Bone Loss
An old wives’ tale exists about a tooth lost for every child, and the...
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Pocket Debridement: Laser Versus Ultrasonic Therapy
Laser therapy may be new to hygiene, but test results on 20 patients indicate...