May12Study: Periodontal Disease Associated With Colorectal Cancer
Read moreMedscape (2/10, Worcester, Subscription Publication) reports a new study suggests that “periodontal disease (PD) may increase the risk...
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May04Survey: Many People Consider Yellow Teeth Unattractive
Read moreDrBicuspid (2/11) reported that in a “survey of 4,906 people” conducted by DentaVox, “80% of respondents said yellow...
Apr27Study: Certain Oral Bacteria Associated With Hypertension In Older Women
Read moreHealthDay (3/2, Norton) reports a new study suggests that “older women who harbor certain bacteria in their mouths might...
Apr22Study: E-Cigarette Use May Affect Oral Microbiome, Contribute To Gum Disease
Read moreHealthDay (2/22, Norton) reports researchers “tracked the oral health of 84 adults” across three groups – cigarette smokers, e-cigarette...
Apr15Root Canals Do Not Impair The Immune System, Dental Professionals Say
Read moreUSA Today (1/23, Wagner) reports, “Dental experts told USA TODAY that research has shown root canals do not...
Apr06Adults With Periodontal Disease Are More Likely To Develop Cardiovascular Disease, Research Indicates
Read moreHealio (1/19, Schaffer) reports in continuing coverage that “adults with a recorded diagnosis of a periodontal disease, including...
Mar30Patients With Dental Anxiety Encouraged To Share Concerns With Dentist
Read moreIn a consumer-focused article, U.S. News & World Report (1/14, Wynn) said “the fear of going to the dentist is...
Mar25Dental Products Report Shares Recommended Oral Care Brands
Read moreIn a video on the Dental Products Report (1/12) website, editorial director Noah Levine shared the results of Dental Products...
Mar16Using Teeth As Tools, Constant Snacking Among Worst Habits For Teeth
Read moreIn a slideshow on its website, US News & World Report (1/7, Caceres) listed nine habits that may...
Mar10Dental Brand Developing Refillable Toothpaste Dispenser
Read morePackaging News (UK) (1/5, Corbin) reports that Happier Beauty, a “British eco-friendly dental brand,” is developing a “refillable...
Mar02Review: Tooth Loss May Increase Risk For Diabetes In Older Adults
Read moreHealio (12/17, Monostra) reported that “older adults may have an increased risk for developing diabetes and experiencing adverse...
Feb23Poll: Most Dentists See Increased Costs For Surgical Masks
Read moreBecker’s Dental Review (12/2, Masson) reported, “The majority of dentists indicated that the price of surgical masks has...
Feb16Study: Plant-Heavy Diets May Be Associated With Lower Periodontitis Risk
Read moreDrBicuspid (12/6, Busch) reports a new study suggests that “patients who follow diets rich in plant-based foods but...
Feb16CDC Survey: Fewer Children Received Preventive Dental Care During Pandemic
Read moreDrBicuspid (12/7, Busch) reports that in 2020, “fewer children had dental exams or cleanings” than in 2019, according...
Feb07Study: Dentists Less Likely To Contract COVID-19 Than General Population
Read moreThe University of Toronto (CAN) (11/22, Boutet) reported that “a new study by researchers at the University of Toronto and...
Feb01American Heart Association Updates Guidance For Improving Diet Quality, Cardiometabolic Health
Read moreHealio (11/2, Buzby) reports, “The American Heart Association has published an updated dietary guidance that outlines 10 recommendations...
Jan24Study: Obesity May Increase Risk Of Periodontal Bone Loss
Read moreThe University at Buffalo (NY) Reporter (11/11, Robinson) said, “Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells...
Jan12Survey: During The Pandemic, Americans Increased Smoking, Drinking, Screen Time
Read moreUSA Today (10/14, Fernando) reports, “During the pandemic, U.S. adults have on average exercised less, drank and smoked...
Jan05Study: Wearing Controlled Mouthguards May Improve Physical Performance
Read moreDrBicuspid (11/12, Busch) reported a new study suggests that “athletes who wear mandible-controlled mouthguards may experience enhanced physical performance.”...
Dec29Writer Explores “The Myth Of Root Canals”
Read moreIn an article in The Atlantic (11/1) titled “The Myth Of Root Canals,” staff writer Amanda Mull explores how the...
Dec23Patients Encouraged To Resume Dental Visits “Sooner Rather Than Later”
Read moreFortune (12/18, King) reported that “in March and April 2020, the use of dental services fell by 75%...
Dec15TikTok Dental Hacks May Harm Teeth
Read moreIn a consumer-focused article, HuffPost (10/29, Frost) said TikTok dental hacks “may end up leading to costly repairs and painful...
Dec08Expert Offers Insight Into Value Of Achieving Recommended Daily Steps
Read moreIn CNN (10/18), Dana Santas, “a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports,” writes about the...
Dec01Opdivo-Yervoy Combination Therapy Shows Promise In Head And Neck Cancer In Trials
Read moreThe Guardian (UK) (10/11, Gregory) reports, “A new cancer treatment can wipe out tumours in terminally ill head...
Nov29Vaping Exposes Users To Potentially Harmful Industrial Compounds, Researchers Say
Read moreBloomberg (10/6, Kary) reports, “Vaping exposes users to around 2,000 chemicals, including potentially harmful industrial compounds, according to...
Nov22Study: Over 20% Of Children Have Decay By First Dental Visit
Read moreDrBicuspid (10/7, Madans) reports a new study has found that “more than 20% of children need restorative treatment...
Nov11Fruits, Vegetables Linked To Better Mental Health In Children Of All Ages, Study Finds
Read moreHealthDay (9/28, Reinberg) reported, “Teens who eat lots of fruits and vegetables are likely to enjoy better mental health....
Nov05Earliest Known Proof Of Caries Found In Mammal That Lived 54M Years Ago
Read moreDrBicuspid (9/17, Busch) reported, “The oldest known evidence of caries in a mammal was found in the fossils of...
Oct28Survey: Many Patients Unaware Of How Alcohol Consumption, Smoking Affect Oral Health
Read moreDrBicuspid (9/17, Pablos) reported that “market research platform DentaVox asked 5,551 people how their lifestyle affected their oral...
Oct25Study: Tooth Color Plays A Role In How People Are Perceived
Read moreDrBicuspid (9/21, Pablos) reports, “In a recent study on tooth color, participants ranked models with white teeth as...
Oct15DentistryIQ: “Over The Counter: Is Chewing Gum Good For Your Teeth”
Read moreIn a video on DentistryIQ (9/20), Dr. David Rice, chief editor of DentistryIQ, discussed how chewing sugar-free gum can be...
Oct13Dislike Of Vegetables May Stem From Children’s Saliva, Researchers Say
Read moreDrBicuspid (9/22) reported new research suggests that “children’s dislike of raw cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cabbage,...
Oct11Regular Dental Visits Can Help With Early Oral Cancer Detection
Read moreIn a consumer-focused article, HealthDay (9/6, Montgomery) reports that “approximately 40,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer annually, and...
Oct09Dentists Caution Against TikTok Dental Trends
Read moreNewsweek (9/3, Fowler) reported that a TikTok hack suggests “viewers mix equal parts toothpaste and mouthwash in a bowl...
Oct08Denture Care Necessary For Good Health
Read moreWriting for American Nurse (8/9), Malissa Mulkey, a clinical nurse specialist at UNC REX Healthcare in Raleigh, North Carolina, says,...
Oct04WHO Report Warns Of Tobacco Addiction Among Children, Calls For Greater Regulation Of Smoke-Free Devices
Read moreReuters (7/27, Nebehay) reports, “The tobacco industry’s sleek marketing is attracting youngsters to e-cigarettes which can lead to tobacco...
Sep28Denture Care Necessary For Good Health
Read moreWriting for American Nurse (8/9), Malissa Mulkey, a clinical nurse specialist at UNC REX Healthcare in Raleigh, North Carolina, says,...
Sep27Oral Health Professionals Warn Against TikTok “Dental Hacks”
Read moreOrthodontic Products (8/5, Johnson) said “the rise of the social media platform TikTok during the past year has...
Sep21Researchers Find Fluoride Varnish Reduces Caries Development In Children
Read moreDrBicuspid (7/26) reported, “Quarterly application of a casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) fluoride varnish reduces the development of...
Sep15Review Finds Sugar Consumption A Risk Factor In Dental Caries, Chronic Diseases
Read moreFood Navigator (7/22, Askew) reported the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) “undertook a comprehensive review of the scientific...
Sep13Study: Alcohol Use Associated With Increased Risk Of Oral Cancer
Read moreDrBicuspid (7/16) reported, “Alcohol use leads to an increased risk of some cancers, including oral cancer, according to...
Sep09Study: Vaping Associated With Increase In Untreated Caries
Read moreDrBicuspid (7/20, Allegretto) reports a study found that “vaping electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) was associated with an increase of untreated...
Sep03Dentists Seeing Increase In Bruxism During Pandemic
Read moreABC News (7/12, Leyden, Widmer) reports that “research has continued to show increases in far-reaching physical and mental health...
Sep01Periodontal Disease Associated With Kidney Function Decline In Some Patients, Study Finds
Read moreHealio (7/7, Webb) reported, “Specific markers of periodontal disease were associated with eGFR decline during a six-year period,” a...
Aug25Study: Limited Exposure To Fluoridated Water, High Sugar Intake Increase Tooth Decay Risk By 70%
Read moreDentistry Today (7/7) said a team of Australian researchers found that “children with limited exposure to fluoridated water and...
Jul30Tooth Loss May Increase Risk Of Cognitive Impairment, Dementia, Research Suggests
Read moreDrBicuspid (7/8, Madans) reports a new meta-analysis suggests that “tooth loss is a risk factor for cognitive impairment and...
Jul28Demand For Cosmetic Dentistry Increases As Pandemic Restrictions Ease
Read moreNBC News (6/16, Silva) reports that dentists are seeing an increase in demand for cosmetic dental treatments as more...
Jul26Survey: Baby Tooth Loss, Toothache Among Most Common Early Tooth-Related Memories
Read moreDrBicuspid (6/3, Busch) said a DentaVox survey found that “for nearly 40% of adults, losing a baby tooth is...
Jul22Study: Retaining Natural Teeth Associated With Improved Functional Ability In Older Adults
Read moreMedscape (6/3, Lynch, Subscription Publication) reported a new study suggests that “older adults with more natural teeth are better...
Jul20DentistryIQ Video: “The Vaping Forecast: Cloudy With A Chance Of Oral Disease”
Read moreIn an episode of Medical History Mysteries on DentistryIQ (6/3, Maragliano-Muniz), Tom Viola, RPh, CCP, and Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD, chief...
Jul17Dental Visits Listed Among Health Appointments To Resume
Read moreNoting some people have delayed health appointments and screenings during the pandemic due to concerns about contracting COVID-19, AARP (5/28,...
Jul12Study: US Dentists Have Lower Rates Of COVID-19 Infection Than Other Health Professionals
Read moreBecker’s Dental Review (5/25, Portalatin) reports, “Dentists continue to show lower rates of COVID-19 infection compared to other health...
Jul08SpaceX Launches Oral Health Experiment To The International Space Station
Read moreThe AP (6/3, Dunn) reports that “SpaceX launched thousands of tiny sea creatures to the International Space Station on Thursday,...
Jul05Pandemic Has Taken Toll On Oral Health
Read moreThe New York Times (5/19, Tingley) reports, “There are early indications that the pandemic is taking a serious, and potentially...
Jul01Many People Forget To Budget For Healthcare Expenses In Retirement, Financial Planner Says
Read moreInsider (4/24, Loudenback) said many people tend to overlook three expenses when planning for retirement, according to Patricia Stallworth,...
Jun28VCU Dental Student Invents Device To Ease Flossing Routine For Those With Braces
Read moreDentistry Today (5/11) reports that Christina Gordon, a student at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry, “has...
Jun24Many Patients Have Misconceptions About Root Canal Treatment, Survey Finds
Read moreDentistry Today (4/27) reported that “DentaVox recently surveyed 5,562 patients from around the world about their attitudes about root...
Jun21Oral Care Becoming Fashionable As Sector Rebrands To Join Beauty Trends
Read moreThe Guardian (UK) (4/26, Cochrane) says “looking after your teeth is becoming fashionable,” explaining that teeth – and products...
Jun14Researchers: Gum Disease May Increase Risk Of Severe COVID-19
Read moreHealthDay (4/21, Preidt) reports a new study has found that “high concentrations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in saliva and...
Jun10Maintaining Oral Health Among Habits To Help With Aging, Scientist Says
Read moreTODAY (4/20, Pawlowski) reports Andrew Steele, a London-based scientist, says that people can help slow their aging process by...
Jun07Demand For Dental Services May Spike After Many Americans Delayed Care During The Pandemic
Read morePYMNTS (4/8) said a TIME-Harris Poll conducted in February “asked 1,093 participants about their healthcare patterns from the previous 12...
May26Pandemic Drives Surge In Cosmetic Dental Treatments
Read moreThe Wall Street Journal (3/18, Valdesolo, Subscription Publication) reported that more dental patients are requesting cosmetic dental treatments amid the...
May24Survey: 93% Of Americans Intend To Visit Dentist In 2021
Read moreDr Bicuspid (3/18) reported, “In recognition of World Oral Health Day on March 20, Delta Dental has published a...
May20Stress-Related Oral Health Conditions Continue To Increase Amid Pandemic, Survey Shows
Read moreUSA Today (3/24, Causey) carries a story from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel discussing the increase in stress-related oral health...
May17April Raises Awareness On Oral Cancer, Facial Protection
Read moreDentistry Today (3/31) reports that April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which aims to highlight “the prevalence of the...
May10Study: Gum Bacteria Imbalance Associated With Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker
Read moreDentistry Today (4/12) reports researchers at the New York University College of Dentistry and Weill Cornell Medicine have found...
May03Demand For Dental Care Surges As Restrictions Ease, Vaccinations Increase
Read moreNBC News (4/10) reported that after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down “nearly every trip, appointment, or event” at this...
Apr29Americans Encouraged To Resume Dental Visits
Read moreThe Wall Street Journal (4/11, Landro, Subscription Publication) emphasized the importance of Americans resuming dental visits, mentioning that research points...
Apr19Healthcare Providers See Consequences Of Pandemic-Delayed Treatments
Read moreThe Washington Post (4/16, Alpert) reported, “With medical visits picking up again among patients vaccinated against COVID-19, health providers...
Apr07FDI: We Are Seeing A “Dental Disaster” Due To Pandemic
Read moreDentistry Today (3/18) reports that “ahead of World Oral Health Day on March 20 and a year into the pandemic, FDI World Dental...
Jul02Happy Independence Day!
Read moreWe hope you celebrate Independence Day surrounded by family and friends, indulge in good food and witness some truly...
Jun11Do you need to floss daily?
Read moreThe short answer is yes, but you’ve likely heard, and ignored, that advice many times before.
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