Wine Stains More than Coffee Post-Whitening
A new study has recently announced that red wine is the biggest contributor to teeth staining—especially after a whitening treatment has been performed.[1] This outcome was concluded after researchers in Brazil analyzed the color changes of teeth with a device called a spectrophotometer (both before and after whitening), in accordance to the strength of the formulation [...]
Infection Control Beyond the Dental Operatory
Disinfection within the operatory is clearly one of the biggest concerns throughout the healthcare industry. Dental professionals, in particular, are faced with the daily need to prevent cross-contamination among the many patients that walk through their office, but it is also important to remember that clinicians themselves are the common link that can spread infection [...]
Dentists Rank #5 as Most Ethical Profession
According to the most recent press release by the American Dental Association (ADA), a new Gallup poll has officially ranked the top U.S. professions in order of perceived honesty and adherence to ethical standards, putting dentists in 5th place behind 17 other occupations. The random sample of 1,015 adults from all 50 states ranked the 22 occupations on a five-point scale…[READ [...]
New Research Explains True Evolution of Teeth
Today, it is known that all living vertebrates with jaws possess teeth, but until recently, it was believed that the first jawed vertebrates instead had “scissor-like” jaw bones to capture their prey. However, research from the University of Bristol has debunked that belief to show that the earliest known vertebrates (with jaws) did indeed possess teeth—indicating that the [...]
Number of U.S. Adults with Periodontitis is Higher than Expected
A new study published by the Journal of Dental Research discloses the prevalence, severity, and extent of Periodontitis among U.S. adults (age 30 years and over), with results that are much higher than ever expected. The study used data from the 2009-2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) cycle, and incorporated the first national probability [...]
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 [...]
40% of iPhone Users Would Give Up Toothbrush before Smartphone
A survey conducted by TeleNav recently revealed that a staggering 40% of iPhone users admit they would rather give up their toothbrush for a week than be without their phones. Moreover, 22% of Android, Blackberry, and other smartphone users also agree with this scenario. But this is just the beginning- the following…..[READ MORE]
