Clinical Update

Red Wine Can Help Prevent/Treat Periodontal Disease

Researchers are finding that components found in red wine can help in preventing and...

Comparison of Two Local Anesthetics

A double-blind crossover study conducted by Branco, et al compared the anesthetic success, onset,...

Oral Bacterium and Cardiovascular Disease Explored

Debate over whether certain oral pathogens might contribute to the onset of cardiovascular disease...

Scientists Make Major Finding on Potential Cure for Type 1 Diabetes

A major finding representing an important step toward a potential cure for type 1...

Study of Acquired Immune Systems

When oral bacteria invade the gingival tissues and initiate periodontal disease, a battle ensues...

Fluoride Varnish and Early Childhood Caries

New evidence supports the effectiveness of fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries, according...

Life-Threatening Sequela of Sodium Hypochlorite Extrusion Reported

The use of sodium hypochlorite as an irrigant solution during endodontic treatment is generally...

Arestin Significantly Reduces Bacteria Responsible for Periodontal Disease

A new study highlighting the antimicrobial effectiveness of Arestin (minocycline hydrochloride) 1-mg microspheres in...

Emergence of New Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

During the 1990s, multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis (TB), defined as resistance to at least isoniazid...

Imaging Technique Shows Promise in Detecting Early Signs of Tooth Decay

When dentists notice teeth with tiny “white-spot” lesions or areas of mildly decalcified enamel,...