White Teeth Articles Published By Our Students & Staff

The following papers have been added to PubMed recently:Farahani RM, Nguyen KA, Simonian M, Hunter N. Adaptive Calcified Matrix Response of Dental Pulp to Bacterial Invasion Is Associated with Establishment of a Network of Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein+/Glutamine Synthetase+ Cells. Am J Pathol 2010 Aug 27. [Epub ahead of print]Nash PG, Macefield VG, Klineberg IJ, Gustin SM, Murray GM, Henderson LA. Bilateral activation of the trigeminothalamic tract by acute orofacial cutaneous and muscle pain in humans. Pain. 2010 Nov;151(2):384-93. Epub 2010 Aug 21.Kemp AH, Griffiths K, Felmingham KL, Shankman SA, Drinkenburg W, Arns M, Clark CR, Bryant RA. Disorder specificity despite comorbidity: resting EEG alpha asymmetry in major depressive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Biol Psychol...MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth Liposome-encapsulated Ropivacaine For Intraoral Topical Anesthesia

ConclusionRL2 was as effective as B20 in reducing pain during needle insertion and inducing soft tissue anesthesia; however, neither one was able to induce pulpal anesthesia after a 30-min application. (Source: Dental Technology Blog)MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth Orthodontic Treatment Changes Must Be Explained To The Public, Says Bda, Northern Ireland

Changes to the future provision of Health Service orthodontic treatment in Northern Ireland must be fully explained to patients waiting for care, the British Dental Association (BDA) advised. The General Dental Services (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2011 will see the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) being used to decide which cases will be funded by the Health Service...

White Teeth Adha Announces Leadership

LAS VEGAS, NV, USA: Caryn Loftis-Solie, RDH, of Sparks, NV, was inaugurated as the 2010–2011 president of the Chicago-based American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) during the association’s 87th annual session in Las Vegas. "Having the honor to serve as president of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association for the coming year should be both challenging and rewarding," Solie said.

White Teeth Bda Calls For Urgent Action On Rqia Information-gap On Registration, Northern Ireland

Dentists in Northern Ireland are being left in the dark about forthcoming compulsory registration with the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA), the British Dental Association has warned today...

White Teeth Dt Study Club Celebrates Its Second Anniversary

Coming into its second year, the Dental Tribune Study Club (DTSC) at www.DTStudyClub.com celebrates its members and its accomplishments and looks forward to the future. Organizers have planned events both online and offline across the globe. DTSC is an educational-based online community that inspires new possibilities while creating higher expectations in online learning.

White Teeth Bda Positive On Improvements In Adults' Dental Health, Uk

Commenting on the preliminary findings from the 2009 Adult Dental Health Survey (ADHS) published recently, the British Dental Association has given a positive reception to the continuing improvements seen in adults' oral health. The report shows that adults are retaining at least some of their natural teeth later into life. Additionally, the report found that 86 per cent of adults had 21 or more natural teeth. In 1978, this was the case for only 74 per cent of adults. The BDA's Scientific Adviser, Professor Damien Walmsley, said: "This survey confirms that the condition of people's teeth overall has got much better since this survey was first carried out. Fluoride toothpaste, greater awareness of the importance of a healthy diet and regular visits to the dentist have all undoubtedly contri...MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth Poor Dental Health In Deprived Children Needs To Be Tackled From Birth

Oral health strategies to combat very high levels of tooth decay in children from deprived areas need to start from birth. That's the conclusion of a large-scale study of the dental health of three-year olds published in the latest edition of the British Dental Journal...

White Teeth Predictability Of The Regenerative Therapy In Class Ii Furcation Defects

The predictability of regeneration of class II furcation defects is considered by many as the most challenging periodontal defect to treat. The main aspect to be considered in the regenerative therapy of class II furcation defect is the large number of factors that can influence the response to such sites. The clinician must be aware of the amount of negative factors present in a given situation, always seeking to minimise them.

White Teeth Reduction Of Biofilm On Brackets Coated With Polytetrafluoroethylene (ptfe)

Conclusion:Coating orthodontic brackets with PTFE could be an extra measurement to prevent white spots after orthodontic treatment, however the clinician should always remember that the one and only real measurement should be the motivation and instruction of their patients of proper brushing and oral hygiene especially during the orthodontic treatment. D.G.References:http://ejo.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/32/4/414 (Source: Orthodontic Corner)MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth Consuming Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids May Lower The Incidence Of Gum Disease

Periodontitis, a common inflammatory disease in which gum tissue separates from teeth, leads to accumulation of bacteria and potential bone and tooth loss. Although traditional treatments concentrate on the bacterial infection, more recent strategies target the inflammatory response...

White Teeth Acteon North America Introduces Newest Addition To Its Intra Oral Camera Lineup

The SOPRO 717 First is a ‘streamlined’ version of its predecessor, the SOPRO 717 with Sopro Shade Concept. The removal of the Sopro Shade Concept makes the SOPRO 717 First compatible with all current Sopro docking stations including the single cable USB2 dock for superior versatility.

White Teeth Test Drive Our New Pay-for-printing System

On November 15, Bibby library will begin charging 10¢ per page for printing from the library computers.  Instructions for setting up your U of R ID card to release payment will follow. In the meantime, the system  has been installed and is operating in training mode.  You will be able to practice releasing your print [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips)MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth Aaid To Navigate Implant Complications

BOSTON, MA / NEW YORK, NY, USA: Complications and how to identify and overcome them will be one focus of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry’s 59th annual meeting, to be held 20–23 October at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. The theme for the meeting is ‘Navigate Zones of Implant Dentistry: Complications, Confidence, Comfort.’

White Teeth House Mockery: Stephen Colbert Becomes The Side Show That Democrats Will Regret

Stephen Colbert gives his opening statement during a hearing of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship and Border Security (from C-SPAN 9/24/10 coverage)The Democrats will live to regret this tongue-in-cheek sarcastic performance by Colbert. Americans are angry and are in no mood for this type of mockery at the taxpayer’s expense.Here is video of comedian Stephen Colbert testifying before the House Judiciary subcommittee at the request of Democratic Rep. Zoe Lofgren, on the subject of illegal migrant workers. The pretense for his being an expert witness was Colbert’s one day laboring with migrant workers in New York.There will be plenty of replays on the nightly newscasts, illustrating that Democratic control of Congress guarantees that important issues are dealt with...

White Teeth Reducing Intraoral Injection Pain Levels

Two independent studies have confirmed the effectiveness of the VibraJect Dental Needle Attachment to block the pain of dental injections. The first study by Fred Quarnstrom, DDS, et al. dealt with pain level comparisons resulting from usage of the Wand (Milestone Scientific) with those compared to usage of the VibraJect dental needle attachment.

White Teeth Hhs Aims To Lower Fluoride In Drinking Water

Fluoride in drinking water is a contentious issue, scientists say it protects our teeth from decay, while a considerable number of people have been campaigning against water fluoridation, saying it is harmful for health. Today, the HSS (US Department of Health and Human Service) and the EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency) have announced they are taking steps to make sure guidelines and standards on fluoride in drinking water continue protecting dental health, but at the lowest possible levels.The HHS would like to set the recommend level of fluoride at the lowest end of the optimal range to prevent tooth decay. The EPA says it is reviewing what the maximum levels should be.The EPA and HHS say their steps are aimed at maintaining the health benefits of water fluoridation, while at the ...

White Teeth Unilever/fdi Partnership Enters Second Phase

SALVADOR DA BAHIA, Brasil: Unilever Oral Care and the FDI World Dental Federation will celebrate the launch of the next phase of their unique global partnership, known as Live.Learn.Laugh., at the FDI Annual World Dental Congress. This launch will continue the success of the first phase which raised awareness for the importance of oral health through local oral health improvement projects around the world.

White Teeth Greater Concentrations Of Fluoride In Tea Than Once Thought

15 Jul 2010 Black tea, a Southern staple and the world's most consumed beverage, may contain higher concentrations of fluoride than previously thought, which could pose problems for the heaviest tea drinkers, Medical College of Georgia researchers say. "The additional fluoride from drinking two to four cups of tea a day won't harm anyone; it's the very heavy tea drinkers who could get in trouble," said Dr. Gary Whitford, Regents Professor of oral biology in the School of Dentistry. He presented his findings at the 2010 International Association of Dental Research Conference in Barcelona, Spain. Most published reports show 1 to 5 milligrams of fluoride per liter of black tea, but a new study shows that number could be as high as 9 milligrams. Fluoride is known to help prevent de...MedWorm Message: Register forMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.

White Teeth New Policies And Resources For Pediatric Dentists

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently published the following policies and resources on their website. School Absences for Dental Appointments Second Opinion for Pediatric Oral Health Care Regarding School Absence for Dental Appointments Caries-risk Assessment Tool (CAT) Decision Trees for Management of an Avulsed Permanent Tooth Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Analysis and Policy Recommendations Concerning Mid-level [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips)