Sensory Cells in the Gums Guard Against Periodontitis
Chemical-sensing cells in the gums protect the mouth by guarding against infections that damage soft tissue and destroy the bone that supports the.
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81% of Preventive Dental Antibiotic Prescriptions Are Unnecessary
Researchers have found that 81% of the antibiotics prescribed by dentists, who account for about 10% of all antibiotic prescriptions, to prevent infections.
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Oral Healthcare Improves Substance Abuse Treatment
People who struggle with substance use disorder also often struggle with poor oral health, which can lead to damaged interpersonal skills, poor nutrition,.
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Focus On: Oral Appliance Hygiene
Lorin Berland, DDS, discusses hygiene for removable appliances, such as mouth guards, aligners, retainers, airway devices, and dentures. Unfortunately, most people do not.
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Happy Global Handwashing Day!
October 15 marks the tenth annual Global Handwashing Day, according to the Global Handwashing Partnership, launched to increase awareness and understanding of handwashing.
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Forsyth Institute Appoints Shi as CEO
Wenyuan Shi, PhD, has been named chief executive officer and chief scientific officer of the Forsyth Institute. Shi is the co-author of more.
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Pediatric Groups Identify Oral Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) have collaborated on an updated report that aims to.
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Dentists Advised to Stay the Course in Antibiotics Debate
To combat antimicrobial resistance, physicians typically tell patients to complete their full courses of antibiotic treatment. Yet a team of researchers in the.
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Pediatric Groups Identify Oral Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) have collaborated on an updated report that aims to.
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WHO Revamps Antibiotic Classifications in Updated Medicine List
The World Health Organization (WHO) has updated its Model List of Essential Medicines for 2017, grouping antibiotics into 3 categories—access, watch, and reserve—advising.
