American Dental Association Provides Clinical Resource on Genetics and Oral Health
The American Dental Association (ADA) offers insights into the role that genetics plays in oral health with the release of “Genetics and Oral Health.”
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Asymmetrical Bite Could Signify Early Life Stress
The process used by anthropologists to assess skulls and teeth for asymmetrical bite may prove valuable to living populations as an indicator of environmental stress, according to a University of Washington School of Dentistry study.
Research Suggests Grape Seed Extract May Strengthen Dentin
Grape seed extract may be a natural solution to prolonging the life of resin restorations and strengthening dentin, according to a University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry study.
2017 DentaQuest Health Equity Heroes Recognized for Exceptional Efforts to Enhance Health
NYU Meyers’ Judith Haber among the five leaders honored for striving to achieve equity in local communities across the country
New York University’s Rory Meyers College of Nursing’s Judith Haber, PhD, APRN-BC, FAAN, executive director…
Big Dose of Fun at Dental Home Day
Kicking off a year of free dental service for children from underserved D.C. communities
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Nearly one in three children ages 2 to 5 in the United States are affected by tooth decay, according to the American Academy of…
Colgate Announces Publication of New Oral Health Care Textbook
NEW YORK, NY (May 19, 2017): Colgate-Palmolive has announced the release of the new oral health care textbook, Prevention Across the Lifespan: A Review of Evidence- Based Interventions for Common Oral Conditions. With a heightened focus on…
American Academy of Periodontology Announces First Recipient of Sunstar Innovation Grant
The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) is pleased to announce that member Yvonne Kapila, DDS, PhD, is the first recipient of its new Sunstar Innovation Grant (SIG). The $30,000 research grant, a component of the AAP’s recent…
Cindy Lyon Named New Associate Dean for Oral Health Education at University of the Pacific, Arthur…
SAN FRANCISCO (May 15, 2017) – Following a national search, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry has announced the selection of Cindy Lyon, DDS, EdD, ‘86, to serve as the school's new associate dean for Oral…
Study Looks Into Factors Behind Early Childhood Caries Epidemic
Northern Arizona University (NAU) has received a $224,000 grant from the Arizona Biomedical Research Commission to help identify the biological factors behind the early childhood caries epidemic in Arizona. According to NAU, 40% of the…
Review Links Drug Use With Poor Oral Health
The results of a systematic review and meta-analysis indicate that individuals with substance use disorders are commonly associated with comorbid illnesses — including oral health conditions, such as caries and periodontal disease.…
