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Poll: Most Dentists See Increased Costs For Surgical Masks

Becker’s Dental Review (12/2, Masson) reported, “The majority of dentists indicated that the price of surgical masks has at least doubled, while 47 percent…

Study: Plant-Heavy Diets May Be Associated With Lower Periodontitis Risk

DrBicuspid (12/6, Busch) reports a new study suggests that “patients who follow diets rich in plant-based foods but restrict refined grains and added sugars…

CDC Survey: Fewer Children Received Preventive Dental Care During Pandemic

DrBicuspid (12/7, Busch) reports that in 2020, “fewer children had dental exams or cleanings” than in 2019, according to results released on Dec. 3…

Study: Dentists Less Likely To Contract COVID-19 Than General Population

The University of Toronto (CAN) (11/22, Boutet) reported that “a new study by researchers at the University of Toronto and three other Canadian universities” suggests dentists…

American Heart Association Updates Guidance For Improving Diet Quality, Cardiometabolic Health

Healio (11/2, Buzby) reports, “The American Heart Association has published an updated dietary guidance that outlines 10 recommendations for improving diet quality and cardiometabolic…

Study: Obesity May Increase Risk Of Periodontal Bone Loss

The University at Buffalo (NY) Reporter (11/11, Robinson) said, “Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells that break down bone tissue, including…

Survey: During The Pandemic, Americans Increased Smoking, Drinking, Screen Time

USA Today (10/14, Fernando) reports, “During the pandemic, U.S. adults have on average exercised less, drank and smoked more, and spent more time in…

Study: Wearing Controlled Mouthguards May Improve Physical Performance

DrBicuspid (11/12, Busch) reported a new study suggests that “athletes who wear mandible-controlled mouthguards may experience enhanced physical performance.” In a study involving “22 seasoned…

Writer Explores “The Myth Of Root Canals”

In an article in The Atlantic (11/1) titled “The Myth Of Root Canals,” staff writer Amanda Mull explores how the reputation of root canal treatment doesn’t…