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Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

Articles

Researchers found that older women with a history of periodontal disease may be more at risk for site-specific cancers, including esophageal and gallbladder cancer. 

Study finds postmenopausal women with gum disease may have increased cancer risk

The program is tailored to educators looking to start a research career.

Colgate and Academy for Academic Leadership launch online faculty training program

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that diabetes causes changes in the oral microbiome that lead to inflammation and risk of bone loss. 

Study shows why diabetics are more susceptible to periodontitis

The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal is an international, interdisciplinary journal reporting on clinical and research activities in cleft lip/palate and other craniofacial anomalies, together with research in related laboratory sciences. It is the official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA). For more information, visit www.acpa-cpf.org.

A new study suggests that poor results on academic exams of children born with oral clefts are not related to early exposure to general anesthesia.

Researchers find no link between academic test results and early oral cleft surgery

The Journal of Oral Implantology is the official publication of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and of the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics. It is dedicated to providing valuable information to general dentists, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, periodontists, scientists, clinicians, laboratory owners and technicians, manufacturers, and educators. The JOI distinguishes itself as the first and oldest journal in the world devoted exclusively to implant dentistry.

Researchers discover new surgical procedure to treat peri-implantitis






 Breastfeeding has been shown to have numerous health benefits for babies. Breastmilk has an ideal mix of vitamins, protein and fat, and breastfeeding can protect babies against a variety of diseases and medical conditions, including diabetes, leukemia, respiratory tract infection, and childhood overweight and obesity, among others.

Can long-term breastfeeding lead to dental caries?



Pulp capping is not a new technique, but newer materials have paved the way to greater efficiency and value for both the clinician and the patient. What tips can dentists employ to achieve the most effective results? This eBook discusses how proper technique combined with new pulp capping materials can:

Three Ways Pulp Cap Breakthroughs are Making Patients and Dentists Lives Better






Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that a fungus may be contributing to tooth decay in children.

Study finds that yeast-bacteria interaction may be causing tooth decay in toddlers

Anesthesia Progress is the official publication of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA). The quarterly journal is dedicated to providing a better understanding of the advances being made in the science of pain and anxiety control in dentistry. The journal invites submissions of review articles, reports on clinical techniques, case reports, and conference summaries. To learn more about the ADSA, visit: http://www.adsahome.org/.






Dental checkups during early childhood are just as important as regular wellness checks by a pediatrician. By kindergarten, 40 percent of children have been diagnosed with early tooth decay or cavities, which can have a negative impact on their overall health. A significant number of these cases will require dental treatment.

Which type of sedative is best for pediatric dental procedures?






Endodontic treatment is an effective option for patients whose dental pulp has become inflamed or infected. However, one of the major drawbacks of root canals is that the infected dental tissue is removed and replaced with synthetic biomaterials, which eliminates the tooth’s blood and nerve supply.

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