Using a bone-creating protein to augment the maxillary sinus could improve dental implant success, according to new research.
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Researchers have made a significant discovery about the nature of childhood dental disease. They have identified a new pathogen connected to severe early childhood caries (cavities). This bacterium, Scardovia wiggsiae, was present in the mouths of children with severe early childhood caries when other known pathogens such as Streptococcus mutans were not detected. This research may offer the potential to intervene and halt the progression of disease.
It’s that time of year, folks. Sinus colds, flu, sore throats, all terrible and completely unwanted. I woke up this morning with a sinus cold and besides the constant sneezing, my upper teeth also hurt. … Read Full Post
Dental office offers sealant treatments Children ages 6 to 18 who don’t have dental insurance can receive free sealant treatment Friday at Pediatric Dentistry o.
This news release just showed up from Orange County Animal Services:- – -February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and at Orange County Animal Service.
The British Dental Health Foundation released a rather shocking report this month that may cause many women to step up their oral hygiene routine. The report, released on February 11, 2011, states that women with gum disease and or missing teeth may be up to 11 times more likely to develop breast cancer. … Read Full Post
A commonly prescribed osteoporosis drug is associated with a slightly elevated risk of developing the rare, but serious condition, osteonecrosis of the jaw; nonetheless the risk remains extremely low. Although the findings are provocative, study authors say they should be carefully considered against the large benefit of these drugs to prevent and treat osteoporosis.
A routine dental procedure took the life of a teenager in Chicago’s south suburbs Wednesday, as his shocked and outraged family tries to understand their loss. Christopher Schutzius, age 17, lost a filling in January while eating a …
Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a debilitating bone condition that affects the jaws and occurs as a result of reduced local blood supply to the bone. Today, experts released a research report that estimates the prevalence of the disease, and a case-control study on bisphosphonate use and other risk factors.