Controlling plaque accumulation is imperative to good oral health. Plaque accumulation leads to inflammation that can cause dental disease if not managed properly. In a clinical trial published in 2021 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene the authors aimed to “evaluate the plaque removal … [Read more...] about Clinical Comparison of an Electric-powered Ionic Toothbrush and a Manual Toothbrush in Plaque Reduction: A randomized Clinical Trial – Science Sunday
Ergonomics in Dentistry: Prevention Is Better Than Cure – Science Sunday
Prevention is Better Than Cure: Ergonomics in Dentistry Back, neck, shoulder and arm pain are more common in dental professionals than not, and if you are in the not category give it a little time. It is a hazard of the job, however thanks to the study of ergonomics, more and more we are seeing … [Read more...] about Ergonomics in Dentistry: Prevention Is Better Than Cure – Science Sunday
The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review – Science Sunday
The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review Periodontal medicine is a newly emerging field of periodontal research. It focuses on the correlation between chronic periodontitis, aggressive periodontitis, and several … [Read more...] about The impact of non-surgical therapy of periodontal disease on surrogate markers for cardiovascular disease: A literature review – Science Sunday
Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: Science Sunday
Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-associated Pneumonia Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is one of the most frequently hospital-acquired infections associated with ICU stays. Hospital-acquired infections affect 1.7 million … [Read more...] about Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: Science Sunday
Minimal Intervention Dentistry for Partially Dentate Older Adults: Science Sunday
The life expectancy has steadily increased over the years. With increased life expectancy we see increased wear and tear on teeth. The goal for the elderly population is to retain as many teeth as possible to improve the quality of life and nutrition. Chronic dental diseases, such as … [Read more...] about Minimal Intervention Dentistry for Partially Dentate Older Adults: Science Sunday
Oral lichen planus: A disease or a spectrum of tissue reactions? Types, causes, diagnostic algorithms, prognosis, management strategies.
Oral lichen planus: A disease or a spectrum of tissue reactions? Types, causes, diagnostic algorithms, prognosis, management strategies. The etiology of oral lichen planus is currently unknown. There is much debate about if it is a disease or a spectrum of tissue reactions. Furthermore, there is … [Read more...] about Oral lichen planus: A disease or a spectrum of tissue reactions? Types, causes, diagnostic algorithms, prognosis, management strategies.
