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Researchers Develop an AI System for Early Detection of Gingival Inflammation
A study spearheaded by the University of Hong Kong’s Dentistry Faculty, in partnership with various global institutions, has successfully showcased the power of artificial...
Research Looks at Salivary Changes in Patients with Anorexia Nervosa
An estimated 9% of the U.S. population will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. With around 10,200 deaths per year being a direct...
Skipping Breakfast: A Potential Risk to Oral and Systemic Health?
New research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai suggests that skipping meals, particularly breakfast, could potentially hinder the body's ability to...
Research Looks at the Potential Impact of Dentures on Pneumonia Risk
Could tooth loss and subsequent use of dentures increase the risk of pneumonia? While dentures provide a lifeline for many who are edentulous, recent...
Probiotics: A Promising Adjunct to Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy?
As dental hygienists, we are always on the lookout for innovative approaches to enhance oral health and combat periodontal disease. A recent systematic literature...
Study Looks at Impact of Female Hormones on Obstructive Sleep Apnea
As dental hygienists, we often find ourselves in a unique position to spot early signs of systemic health issues in our patients. One such...
Research Reveals New Possible Pathogens Related to the Severity of Dental Caries
A study by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in conjunction with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center...
Research Looks at the Impacts of Diet on Sleep
Dental hygienists play an important role in nutritional counseling and screening for sleep apnea and airway issues. A recently published study offers new insight...
The Unreliability of Bitemark Evidence: Implications for Forensic Odontology in Legal Proceedings
In the world of forensic science, bitemark evidence has long been presented as a valuable tool in criminal trials. However, a recent review of...
Research Examines the Connection Between Periodontitis and Atrial Fibrosis in Atrial Fibrillation
As dental hygienists, we know the importance of maintaining oral health, not just for a healthy smile, but for overall health too. Recent research...
Activated Charcoal in Toothpaste: Systematic Review Looks at Whitening and Abrasive Effects
Activated charcoal has become a popular ingredient in toothpaste, touted for its natural teeth-whitening properties. However, a recent systematic review has cast doubt on...
Clinical Trial Shows Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride for School-based Caries
Dental hygienists play a vital role in promoting oral health among children, and recent research has uncovered an exciting breakthrough that could revolutionize cavity...
Research Examines Relationship between Salivary Defensins, Tooth Loss, and Periodontal Disease
It is well understood among dental professionals that the risk of periodontal disease increases with age. Epidemiologic studies have confirmed this, and the Centers...
Using Artificial Intelligence to Detect Bone Loss in Dental Implant Patients
Dental implants help our patients to smile with confidence and chew their food properly, thus improving their quality of life. But unfortunately, dental implants...
American Dental Hygienists’ Association CEO, Ann Battrell, Passes Away on June 7, 2023
CHICAGO, June 8, 2023 – It is with profound sadness that the American Dental Hygienists’ Association announces that ADHA CEO, Ann Battrell, M.S.D.H., passed...
Research Explains Link Between Periodontal Disease and Overall Health
We've long known that there was a correlation between chronic health risks, such as arthritis and diabetes, and periodontal disease rates; however, the reasons why...