infections

Dentists Advised to Stay the Course in Antibiotics Debate

To combat antimicrobial resistance, physicians typically tell patients to complete their full courses of...

Pediatric Groups Identify Oral Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)...

WHO Revamps Antibiotic Classifications in Updated Medicine List

The World Health Organization (WHO) has updated its Model List of Essential Medicines for...

Pediatric Dentistry Sees Greater Demand

Pediatric dentistry is a growing field, according to Boyd Industries. The company notes that...

Antimicrobial Protein Combats Oral Thrush

An antimicrobial protein caused a dramatic reduction in the creamy white lesions associated with...

Providers Now Cover Periodontal Medicament Carrier Code D5994

Two dental benefits providers, Companion Life (also doing business under Total Dental Administrators) and Kansas City Life,...

Dentures Release Drugs Over Time to Fight Stomatitis

Many people who wear dentures struggle with dental stomatitis. While good oral hygiene can...

Community Care Reduces Dental Visits to the Emergency Room

As low-income and other disadvantaged patients find limited access to dental care, many of...

Academy Releases Antibiotic Guidelines for Implant Patients

As medical experts around the world debate how to reduce the growing dependence on...

Emergency Room Visits for Dental Problems Continue to Increase

As many people continue to wrestle with insurance coverage for routine dental care, they...