It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’ monthly student roundtable episode, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited a quartet of guests to educate student listeners on a chosen topic. Today’s topic is subgingival irrigation, a form of hydrotherapy used to prevent further deterioration of tooth … [Read more...] about Subgingival Irrigation: Does it improve periodontal therapy? – Episode 230 (Student Roundtable)
Water Fluoridation – Episode 30: Protecting Our Public Health with Sharity Ludwig
This week on Protecting our Public Health Sharity Ludwig continues her dive into this month's topics of fluoride! This week talking about an article she read in The Atlantic titledIs there still a good case for Water fluoridation? In this episode Sharity goes over key points of the article, and her … [Read more...] about Water Fluoridation – Episode 30: Protecting Our Public Health with Sharity Ludwig
Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review Clear aligner therapy for orthodontic treatment has become more and more popular over the past several years. When it was first introduced there seemed to be quite a bit of skepticism as with many new treatment … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment Periodontal disease is a chronic disease that must be maintained, currently, there is no cure. Maintenance requires keeping a healthy balance of the oral ecosystem by eliminating bacterial plaque. For long-term efficacy, this must be achieved daily. … [Read more...] about Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study The recent emergence of the novel coronavirus has many dental professionals concerned about safety, not only for the clinician but also for the patients. Aerosols are produced regularly in dental offices from … [Read more...] about Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review – Science Sunday
“Say Cheese” is Passé, “Say Bling” is Here – The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review Dental modifications have been seen throughout most of history. In the past modifications were done for a variety of reasons. In a review published in December 2016 in the Journal of Advanced Oral Research, the … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review – Science Sunday
Professionally applied topical fluoride: Evidence-based clinical recommendations: Science Sunday
Professionally applied topical fluoride: Evidence-based clinical recommendations Think about these questions while you consume your science Sunday article breakdown! What type of fluoride are you currently using? Is the method you use well accepted by patients? If you are using gel or foam, … [Read more...] about Professionally applied topical fluoride: Evidence-based clinical recommendations: Science Sunday
Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment: Science Sunday
Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment Two of the features first noticed by others are overwhelmingly the eyes and the smile. Through the years teeth have been an indicator of social status and beauty. So, it is not surprising that people are … [Read more...] about Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment: Science Sunday
