Hygiene

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

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Health officials in Britain hope the warnings may decrease tooth decay and obesity in children.Since October 2008, cigarette packs in the United Kingdom have been required to display pictorial health warnings highlighting the health risks associated with tobacco. Now, health officials want similar warnings to appear on packages of sweets.

Should sugary snacks feature cigarette-style health warnings?

One dentist’s take on how CariVu helps patients better understand their treatment.   

Enhancing patient communication with DEXIS CariVu

A look at how the DEXIS CariVu works to detect caries without emitting ionizing radiation.



How to gain an inside view of caries using detection technology

One study takes a look at the effectiveness of using OraCoat XyliMelts.

Case study: Reducing caries and improving gingival status while sleeping

A new study suggests preventive dental care provided before the age of 2 is associated with a higher rate of dental visits and more frequent tooth decay-related treatment.

Does early preventive dental care for kids lead to more long-term care?

A new study from the University of Zurich shows that genetic defects can affect enamel.

Genes can affect the development of caries

A look at how Bisco's TheraCal LC could be used in your practice.

How to use TheraCal LC for direct and indirect pulp capping

A team of researchers at King’s College London have found evidence that tooth pulp can be naturally healed with the help of an Alzheimer’s drug.

Could this drug mean the end of dental fillings?

Stephen Abrams is a general dental practitioner with over 36 years of clinical experience. Upon graduation from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry in 1980, Dr. Abrams established a group practice in Toronto, Canada which has grown to involve both general dentists and dental specialists.

How the Canary System helps solves a common clinical challenge by detecting caries around the margins of amalgam restorations.

Caries