CDC Reports Dental Caries on the Rise for U.S. Children after 40 Year Decline
The CDC recently announced that for the first time in nearly 40 years, the U.S. is experiencing an increase in the percentage of young children with dental caries after decades of this number declining. So far, this sudden reversal is being reported across various income levels, with astounding incidence rates of up to 6 to [...]
*New* CE Course: Cleansing & Polishing Part II
This month, The Richmond Institute has published an all new CE course titled, “An Evidence-Based Approach to Cleansing and Polishing: Part II” by leading clinician and author, Michele Darby, RDH. It represents the second half of the first part of the course (which was published last May), but concentrates more on the selective polishing of restorative materials, [...]
Children’s Dental Fillings Linked to Slight Social Behavioral Issues
Recent research has shown that a simple procedure that is meant to help children, may be harming them in another way. The BPA used in non-metal fillings is being linked to social behavioral problems in children, causing results such as increased anxiety, depression, and social stress. [Read Article]
‘Keep 32′: Winning the Fight Against Streptococcus Mutans?
Yale researchers have recently discovered a new molecule that is able to destroy the common bacteria—Streptococcus Mutans—which is often responsible for the onset of tooth decay. So far, tests show it can kill the harmful bacteria in as little as 60 seconds, and will prevent it from coming back for another several hours after it’s applied. [VIEW [...]
NEW Student Resources + Scholarship Info
A new section has recently been added to the website that offers schools and students a variety of insightful resources from around the dental industry. The page focuses on many important aspects—like preparing for the DAT to financing your education—so students from all over can access the most credible resources in a single, reliable outlet. [...]
ADA Gives America a ‘D’ in Oral Health Awareness
Whether it is brushing, flossing, or toothbrush replacement, Americans have proven to be lacking knowledge when it comes to oral health awareness. The results of the ADA’s May survey highlights the need for better patient education and understnading here in America. [Read Article]
Kim Kardashian’s Claims her 6th Sense can Smell Cavities
On the latest episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kim announced that she has the rather interesting ability of knowing when someone has a cavity simply through her sense of smell. At one point during the show, the reality star immediately became suspicious that her sister’s husband, NBA basketball player Lamar Odom, had a [...]
NEW Infection Control CE: Standards of Care
One of the most important aspects of dentistry is the execution of infection control by all members of the dental office on a consistent, regular basis. With updated recommendations from the CDC and other reputable authorities, we asked Dr. Louis G. DePaola to write this month’s new course titled, “Infection Control in the Dental Office: Why [...]
