… researcher Justin Blackburn. He’s an assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health. He acknowledged that there were limitations to the study. For one, it included only children in Alabama’s Medicaid program. …
Category: Dentistry
MKR’s Colin Fassnidge reveals he has gotten braces
… cheese! MKR’s Colin Fassnidge reveals he has gotten braces as part of a 2017 resolution to take better care of his health The 44-year-old posted a picture on the social media site of the removable braces, explaining why he had made the decision to …
FORCED-FLUORIDATION
… there are so many fluoride products, at very reasonable prices, is the enormous love fluoridationist dentists, public health officials, politicians, and phosphate fertiliser companies have for strangers’ teeth. It has absolutely nothing to do with …
All Oregonians need access to dentists
Research shows a connection between oral health and overall health, yet the author argues that more work needs to be done to ensure that low-income and Native American communities in Oregon have access to a dentist. Oregon’s legislators will grapple with many important health and wellness issues in 2017.
All Oregonians need access to dentists
Research shows a connection between oral health and overall health, yet the author argues that more work needs to be done to ensure that low-income and Native American communities in Oregon have access to a dentist. Oregon’s legislators will grapple with many important health and wellness issues in 2017.
Publicly funding dental care could help ease the fentanyl crisis, and more
… the ER with toothaches. “Because dental care is one of these things that we have not included in our publicly funded health care system…these patients end up in the emergency room, because they say ‘I don’t know where else to go, I don’t know what …
Canterbury Charity Hospital opens facility for those unable to afford dental care
The new oral surgery unit at the Canterbury Charity Hospital. Stuart Johnson, centre, of the NZ Dental Association, shows the facilities to patron Sir Jerry Mateparae and Mayor Lianne Dalziel.
Top Full-Arch Dental Implant Bridge Delivers 100% Success Rate Over 5 …
Zirconia Full-Arch, Screw-Retained Bridges: a Multi-Year Perspective – Avoiding Surgical and Prosthetic Complications presented on ICOI Main Podium by Dr. Michael Tischler Dr. Michael Tischler presented the results of a 5-year study of Prettau Zirconia full arch bridges and the Teeth Tomorrow dental implant protocol on the main podium of the 2017 International Congress of Oral Implantologists Winter Symposium, on Friday, February 17th. Dr. Tischler’s presentation – Zirconia Full-Arch, Screw-Retained Bridges: a Multi-Year Perspective – detailed the impressive success rates for 153 patients receiving a total of 219 Prettau Zirconia Arches between 2012 and 2017.
Are more teeth decaying since fluoridation in Juneau ended? Dentists seem to think so.
… water fluoridation with levels of fluoride in the water,” said Brad Whistler, Alaska’s top dental officer. “The only health effect that’s seen is reduced dental decay.” “I’m not against applying fluoride topically as needed,” said Emily Kane, a …
Dental Elevator and Luxator Market: Industry Analysis, Trend, Demand and Global Forecast to 2024
PUNE, MAHARASHTRA , INDIA , February 21, 2017 / EINPresswire.com / — Dental Luxator and Elevator Market: Dental luxator Periotome are specially designed periodontal ligament knifes with a fine tapering blade that compresses the aveolar, cuts the membrane to enable the dentist to gently ease the tooth from its socket. The extraction operation may be performed with the minimum amount of tissue damage.
Rebrand for major Hampshire employer – Denplan becomes Simplyhealth Professionals
… of the business , which first linked up in 2011, under one roof. Simplyhealth Professionals is the UK’s leading pet health payment plan specialist with more than 1,800 member vets nationwide caring for around 600,000 registered animals. Caroline …
Moss Free Clinic helps clients with ‘daily struggle’ of being uninsured
… Maggie Kidder worked in restaurants, making tips and a salary that averaged $2 an hour and change-hardly enough for health insurance. When she was diagnosed in 2011 with lung cancer, which eventually spread to her brain, there was no way she could …
Proposed bill would allow ‘dental therapists’ to perform dental procedures
Need a tooth pulled or a cavity filled? Forget the dentist. A number of states are allowing or considering letting “dental therapists,” professionals with a lower level of training, do the job.  In dozens of countries and a handful of U.S. states, dental therapists also sometimes called advanced dental hygiene practitioners help fill gaps in access to oral care for low-income, elderly and disabled people, and in rural areas where few dentists practice, according to many public health advocates.  In Massachusetts, a group that lobbies on behalf of dentists has for the first time signaled a willingness to embrace the concept, though its proposal is viewed as unnecessarily restrictive by sponsors of a competing bill in the Legislature.  “We are not a silver bullet for helping access to dental care, but we are a great tool,” said Christy Jo Fogarty, a dental therapist in … (more)
Secrest Family Chiropractic Offers TMJ Relief with Advanced Chiropractic Techniques
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 12, 2017 — TMJ relief is possible with the whole-body approach offered to patients using targeted chiropractic techniques. This Scottsdale chiropractic clinic looks at underlying factors and a complete patient history to develop individualized chiropractic treatment program for TMJ.
Increasing Dental Tourism Boosts Demand for Orthodontic Equipment and Consumables Market
The heavily consolidated global orthodontics equipment and consumables market is dominated by Danaher Corporation, DENTSPLY International Inc., and Patterson Companies Inc. According to Transparency Market Research, these three leading players accounted for 63.5% of the orthodontic equipment and consumables market in 2013, with the next two companies collectively accounting for more than 20% of the market.
Creating smiles: Chico children get free dental care
… Kids of all ages were breezing in and out for Give Kids A Smile , a national movement where dentists provide free health care to children on the first Friday in February. This year about 80 kids received much-needed dental work, from cleaning and …
Invisible Orthodontics Market Analysis, Growth, Shares, Size, Trends, …
Invisible Orthodontics Market report analyses the market potential for each geographical region based on the growth rate, macroeconomic parameters, consumer buying patterns, and market demand and supply scenarios. Invisible braces are generally custom manufacturing as different dental structure of the patient, so the doctor would let patients biting teeth when they to see doctor.
Nierman Practice Management Hosts 2 CE Seminars for Dental Sleep…
The practice management company held their ABC: Airway, Bruxism, and Craniofacial Pain and CrossCoding: Unlocking the Code to Medical Billing in Dentistry courses for dentists and team members Nierman Practice Mgmt hosted the ABC: Airway, Bruxism, and Craniofacial Pain seminar and CrossCoding: Unlocking the Code to Medical Billing in Dentistry seminar in Jupiter, FL. Nierman Practice Management hosted the ABC: Airway, Bruxism, and Craniofacial Pain seminar and CrossCoding: Unlocking the Code to Medical Billing in Dentistry seminar in Jupiter, FL.
Don’t neglect dental coverage proposal – Sun, 29 Jan 2017 PST
Washington state has done an admirable job of ensuring that children have access to dental care, but extending it to adults remains a sore point. Apple Health and programs like Access to Baby and Child Dentistry see to it that children can get exams, cleanings, fillings and extractions.
The first dentists have arrived at the Smile Clinic Too
Annually, the San Pedro Smile Clinic Too at the Holy Cross Anglican School hosts a number of dentists offering free dental services. The first two of the visiting dentists were at the clinic between the 23rd and 27th of January, and with the aid of other volunteers on the island, attended many children from 8AM to 3PM.
Making people smile wherever they go
Many of us anticipate a visit to the dentist with a feeling of foreboding, if not outright dread. When was the last time you fist-bumped your dentist when she said you needed a root canal? But over the course of the next two weeks, a team of McGill Dentistry professors and students will be greeted with hugs, handshakes, tears of joy – and, of course, smiles, countless smiles – as it travels to Nicaragua to provide free dental care to hundreds of impoverished people.
Armor Dental Introduces Mouth-Mate , World’s First Patented At …
“The success of every patient’s dental procedure is highly dependent upon compliance and good oral hygiene during the recovery at home but clinicians cannot follow their patients home,” said Dr. Katherine Haltom, Chief Clinical Officer, Armor Dental. Armor Dental , a privately held dental device company that is dedicated to modernizing patient care at home and improving outcomes, announced the launch of Mouth-Mate , world’s first patented dental healing aid to improve oral health at home.
Four Special February Programs In Royersford
Learn the basics of solving the Rubik’s Cube puzzle, find value in essential oils, listen to a story about dental health and talk to a dental hygienist, and enjoy a special family show for Black History Month. All are upcoming featured programs at the Royersford Free Public Library, 200 S. Fourth Ave. Cubing Club begins Feb. 2 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Want to solve Rubik’s Cube? Learn the basics of the cube or get faster! Bring your own cube or reserve one to purchase for $2; limited supply.
Natural Smiles Offers Full Family Dentistry Procedures at Competitive Rates
Widely trusted and highly recommended dental clinic – Natural Smiles offers a full range of professional dental service for the entire family at highly competitive rates. The comprehensive range of procedures offered at Natural Smiles is widely popular for their professional quality and their price range.
Dr. Agravat Same Day Dental Implants Clinic in Ahmedabad India…
Leading professional Cosmetic dentist and implantologist of India, Dr. Bharat Agravat celebrated 18 years of implant dentistry at the Same Day Dental Implants Clinic Ahmedabad, India. To commemorate the milestone, Dr. Agravat launched the new logo for the Dental Implants clinic that symbolizes what the doctor and his clinic stand for: protecting, preserving and trasforming smiles.
Dr. Agravat Same Day Dental Implants Clinic in Ahmedabad India…
Leading professional Cosmetic dentist and implantologist of India, Dr. Bharat Agravat celebrated 18 years of implant dentistry at the Same Day Dental Implants Clinic Ahmedabad, India. To commemorate the milestone, Dr. Agravat launched the new logo for the Dental Implants clinic that symbolizes what the doctor and his clinic stand for: protecting, preserving and trasforming smiles.
Dental clinic planned in SVMC Medical Office Building
Hoping to address a significant need in the Bennington area, Southwestern Vermont Health Care is planning a dental care facility in the medical offices building on the campus of the local hospital. According to the proposal, which was submitted to the Green Mountain Care Board for certificate of need approval, the unit would occupy 1,890 square feet of the first floor of the medical building, which is adjacent the main entrance to Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.
Sens. Moore, Chandler in middle of skirmish over dental care access
On Beacon Hill “teeth” are often invoked as a metaphor for regulatory power, but this session the actual molars, incisors and gums of people lacking access to dental care will return to the legislative agenda, as rival approaches appear destined to come to a head. A dental group that has disagreed with health care advocates over the proposed creation of a new midlevel dentistry occupation has now embraced the advocates’ general approach to expanding dental access, though differences remain.
Dental Care International Hosts Sixth Annual Give Kids a Smile Event…
… at no cost, with the goal of helping local children avoid unnecessary dental problems and enjoy better long-term oral health. The American Dental Association began the Give Kids a Smile event in 2003. This program benefits children between ages 6 …
Lawmakers defang plan for lower-cost dental therapists to practice in Arizona
… really need those services.” An independent report from Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation showed the widespread oral health challenges that Arizona faces. Delta Dental is Arizona’s largest dental insurer as measured by premiums, according to the …
Israeli Fluoridation Promoters Whitewash Scientific Uncertainty
Israeli fluoridation proponents misled legislators and the public about the safety and effectiveness of water fluoridation in order to preserve a country-wide fluoridation mandate, reports two Israeli researchers in the Journal of Risk Research after they reviewed government documents and newspaper reports. Anat Gesser-Edelsburg, PhD, Head of Health Promotion Department, School of Public Health, University of Haifa, and Dr. Yaffa Shir-Raz report that “In this study, we argue that the policy makers themselves a??[carry] out what they accuse others [fluoridation opposers] of doing.
People Constantly Question: Is Dental Insurance Worth It? Do I Even…
… tooth loss in adults and is highly preventable and reversible when treated by a dental professional. Loss of Physical Health – The healthcare industry believes there is a high correlation between heart attack, stroke, diabetes, bone loss and lung …
Dental Crowns & Bridges Market, Size, Growth Drivers, Market…
The Dental Crowns & Bridges Market Report contains a comprehensive market and vendor landscape in addition to a SWOT analysis of the key vendors. Dental Crowns & Bridges Industry Report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the Dental Crowns & Bridges Market for 2016-2020.
Dentists help Kenyans smile
A TEAM from a Swindon dental practice has just returned from putting a smile on the faces of more than 1,000 Kenyan villagers. Peter Yesudian, the oral surgeon from One Wood Street Advanced Dental Care in Swindon’s Old Town visited Kenya with three members of his dental team to provide treatment to those desperately in need.
Cloverdale dentist faces a dozen lawsuits
Dr. Steven Krieger, formerly a dentist at Clover Care Dental Clinic in Cloverdale, now faces a dozen lawsuits alleging that his treatments caused harm and unnecessary pain. In Krieger’s statement of defence, he stated he “acted with reasonable care, skill, and diligence” and that any alleged injury, loss, damage or expense was caused solely by the negligence of the claimant.
Nearly 41,000 kids have their rotten teeth taken out in hospital:…
… tax will go some way to cutting the sugar consumption that leads to tooth decay but it also needs to support public health campaigns that remind parents of good oral health. ‘We need to drum home the message that by brushing teeth regularly with …
Research suggests the stem cells in our teeth can be energized to fill in chips, cracks, and cavities
The stem cells in our teeth can be energized to fill in chips, cracks, and cavities, researchers say, and the findings could one day possibly make dental cement obsolete. The work has been conducted just in mice so far, but the research , published Monday in the journal Scientific Reports, highlights a way to motivate stem cells to repair tooth defects at a scale they normally can’t, with a drug that already has some safety testing behind it.
Dr. Mark Braasch, Aurora, CO Pediatric Dentist, Welcomes Patients for …
Dr. Mark Braasch now accepts new patients for the HealthyStarta pediatric dentistry system, with or without a referral. As a trusted pediatric dentist in Aurora, CO, Dr. Braasch is proud to offer this innovative program that treats and corrects common bite issues and other childhood disorders.
Esthetix Dental Spa Celebrates 10th Anniversary at 285 Fort Washington Ave NYC Location
Esthetix Dental Spa has now been at the 285 Fort Washington Ave, NYC, NY location for 10 years. Esthetix Dental Spa appreciates loyal patients who come in for all of their dental needs and invites those who have avoided the Dentist in the past to make an appointment to come in and see the benefits available with modern dentistry There have been major advances in Dental Technology over the past 10 years.
Natural tooth repair method, using Alzheimer’s drug, could revolutionize dental treatments
A new method of stimulating the renewal of living stem cells in tooth pulp using an Alzheimer’s drug has been discovered by a team of researchers at King’s College London. Following trauma or an infection, the inner, soft pulp of a tooth can become exposed and infected.