Using stem cells extracted from baby teeth to regrow dental tissues

Sometimes kids trip and fall, and their teeth take the hit. Nearly half of children suffer some injury to a tooth during childhood. When that trauma affects an immature permanent tooth, it can hinder

Updated on: October 28,2023

Using stem cells extracted from baby teeth to regrow dental tissues

Sometimes kids trip and fall, and their teeth take the hit. Nearly half of children suffer some injury to a tooth during childhood. When that trauma affects an immature permanent tooth, it can hinder

Updated on:October 28,2023

Getting X-rays at the dentist It's safer than you realize

by Helene Ragovin,Tufts UniversityCredit: Tima Miroshnichenko from PexelsSince dental X-rays became commonplace some seven decades ago, dentists and hygienists have been draping their patients w

Updated on: October 30,2023

Getting X-rays at the dentist It's safer than you realize

by Helene Ragovin,Tufts UniversityCredit: Tima Miroshnichenko from PexelsSince dental X-rays became commonplace some seven decades ago, dentists and hygienists have been draping their patients w

Updated on:October 30,2023

How pipeline programs can increase diversity in dentistry

byNew York University2018 graduates of NYU College of Dentistry's Saturday Academy. Credit: NYU College of DentistryThe field of dentistry has a diversity problem. Despite calls for a more d

Updated on: November 21,2023

How pipeline programs can increase diversity in dentistry

byNew York University2018 graduates of NYU College of Dentistry's Saturday Academy. Credit: NYU College of DentistryThe field of dentistry has a diversity problem. Despite calls for a more d

Updated on:November 21,2023

UNLV researchers develop new method for extracting large numbers of stem cells from wisdom teeth

Stem cells. Few research discoveries hold as much promise of single-handedly expanding medical treatment options as they do. Miraculously able to act as transformers-;either re-creating or morphing in

Updated on: October 28,2023

UNLV researchers develop new method for extracting large numbers of stem cells from wisdom teeth

Stem cells. Few research discoveries hold as much promise of single-handedly expanding medical treatment options as they do. Miraculously able to act as transformers-;either re-creating or morphing in

Updated on:October 28,2023

World’s first 3D printed jaw transplant

In a medical breakthrough, doctors and bio-engineers have collaborated to bring the world its first lower jaw transplants, using a prosthetic jaw made by a 3D printer.An 83-year-old Belgian woman unde

Updated on: October 27,2023

World’s first 3D printed jaw transplant

In a medical breakthrough, doctors and bio-engineers have collaborated to bring the world its first lower jaw transplants, using a prosthetic jaw made by a 3D printer.An 83-year-old Belgian woman unde

Updated on:October 27,2023

Inadequate saliva and fluoride can contribute to tooth decay

Tooth enamel is tough, harder even than skeletal bone. But even with good dental hygiene, the enamel protecting teeth may show signs of decay in older adults. The January issue ofMayo Clinic Hea

Updated on: October 26,2023

Inadequate saliva and fluoride can contribute to tooth decay

Tooth enamel is tough, harder even than skeletal bone. But even with good dental hygiene, the enamel protecting teeth may show signs of decay in older adults. The January issue ofMayo Clinic Hea

Updated on:October 26,2023

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?31st January 2019Dental HealthMany people ask this question, “why should they get dental cleaning when they brush, floss, rinse and clean their tongue reg

Updated on: October 26,2023

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?31st January 2019Dental HealthMany people ask this question, “why should they get dental cleaning when they brush, floss, rinse and clean their tongue reg

Updated on:October 26,2023

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice22nd November 2018Dental HealthLike practically any business, your dental practice can use social media to get noticed.

Updated on: October 26,2023

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice22nd November 2018Dental HealthLike practically any business, your dental practice can use social media to get noticed.

Updated on:October 26,2023

New guideline details acute pain management strategies for adolescent, adult dental patients

by American Dental AssociationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) taken alone or along with acetaminophen are recommended as first-line treatments for manag

Updated on: March 05,2024

New guideline details acute pain management strategies for adolescent, adult dental patients

by American Dental AssociationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) taken alone or along with acetaminophen are recommended as first-line treatments for manag

Updated on:March 05,2024

How to fix a broken tooth so you're no longer in pain

by Miriam Jones Bradley, RNAnyone who has ever had a tooth crack or break knows the sinking feeling that follows because it almost certainly means an urgent trip to the dentist.While the enamel on you

Updated on: November 28,2023

How to fix a broken tooth so you're no longer in pain

by Miriam Jones Bradley, RNAnyone who has ever had a tooth crack or break knows the sinking feeling that follows because it almost certainly means an urgent trip to the dentist.While the enamel on you

Updated on:November 28,2023

New at-home test for gingivitis protects oral health

Engineers create home test that uses saliva to detect periodontal diseaseSource: University of CincinnatiSummary:Engineers have developed a new device that can warn consumers about early risks o

Updated on: October 23,2023

New at-home test for gingivitis protects oral health

Engineers create home test that uses saliva to detect periodontal diseaseSource: University of CincinnatiSummary:Engineers have developed a new device that can warn consumers about early risks o

Updated on:October 23,2023

What to Know About Root Canals

ByLaura SchoberLaura SchoberLaura Schober is a freelance writer and editor specializing in health, food, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle content. Laura is also a seasoned communications professi

Updated on: November 19,2023

What to Know About Root Canals

ByLaura SchoberLaura SchoberLaura Schober is a freelance writer and editor specializing in health, food, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle content. Laura is also a seasoned communications professi

Updated on:November 19,2023