Patient Care
Addressing Oral Health Disparities: Grant Proposals Invited by CareQuest Institute
National nonprofit’s Requests for Proposals designed to help students and veterans improve oral health access shortcomings.
Sunstar’s New GUM Multi-Clean Toothbrush Provides Thorough, Soft Cleaning
The new toothbrush’s bristles have a multi-level interdental cut for optimal access along with soft bristles to gently clean around the gums.
5Ws* ArmiGard™
This flagship product from Armis Biopharma specifically designed for use on dental appliances, is said to eliminate 99.9999% of bacteria.
Silver Diamine Fluoride Halts Tooth Decay, NIH Study Finds
SDF may effectively stop tooth decay in developing teeth, providing a new tool in the arsenal against caries that may have long term effects.
New Research Suggests Periodontitis Worsens COPD
A Colgate-Palmolive senior executive shares thoughts on the study from Sichuan University, in China, as well as the need to understand the broader impacts of poor oral health on overall health and well-being.
Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 27 – Patient Safety Awareness with "OSHA Lady" Karen Daw
Join the Sanders sisters and "OSHA Lady" Karen Daw as they dive deep on all things patient safety, honoring Patient Safety Awareness Week in March.
Chicago Midwinter Meeting Plays Host to AAP’s Perio Power Hour
The event provided updates on the AAP Dental Hygiene Engagement Initiative, and an opportunity for periodontists and dental hygienists to share ideas on how best to care for their shared patients
OSAP, DANB, and DALE Foundation Announce Andrew Whitehead Education and Certification Scholarship for Dental Infection Control
This scholarship aims to expand access to quality infection control education and certifications, empowering dental professionals to strengthen this essential skillset.
Halo Dental Technologies Unveils Halo Digital Mirror at Chicago Midwinter Meeting
This digital mirror will enable clinicians to help patients see and understand better the care that they need.
Understanding Ozempic and Wegovy, the Drugs at the Center of the Latest Weight Loss Craze
Ozempic, and other glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists are mainly used for managing type 2 diabetes, but the medications are also gaining popularity as a weight loss option.