For Those Who Eat Steak And Beans: When There Is No Steak, You Eat The Beans
According to a study published in the open-access journal PLoSONE, the ancient human ancestor species Paranthropusboisei did not actually eat the type of food that issuggested by the size and shape of its teeth. Professor of anthropologyPeter Ungar (J.
Results Of Dental Faculty Work-Life Survey Released In May Issue Of The Journal Of Dental Education
The most extensive national study of the dental school faculty environment to date reveals that dental educators are satisfied in their careers and enjoy a good work-life balance. A minority singled out for improvement professional development support and faculty mentoring programs within institutions.
Early Warning' For Oral Cancer Now Covered Under UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits Dental Plans
UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits now provides coverage under all of its insured dental plans for a new oral cancer screening test for potential abnormalities inside the mouth, including premalignant lesions and oral cancer. The test, which uses light-contrast technology, can improve a dentist's ability to identify, evaluate and monitor lesions that are difficult to see using visual inspection under conventional lighting.
Registration Opens For AAP Annual Meeting In Seattle
This year Seattle will play host to the American Academy of Periodontology's (AAP) 94th Annual Meeting to be held September 6-9. Registration is now open, and dental professionals from all specialties are encouraged to attend in order to learn about advancements in periodontology and earn up to 30 continuing education credits.
ADA Opens Online Registration For 149th Annual Dental Meeting In San Antonio
Registration is now open for the American Dental Association's (ADA) 149th Annual Session and World Marketplace Exhibition in San Antonio, offering unique learning opportunities, cutting-edge technology and a "Distinguished Speaker Series" that attracts history-making leaders from around the world.
First Dental Practitioners Association Fellowship Awarded To Brian Lux, UK
The first Fellowship of the Dental Practitioners Association (DPA) was awarded to Brian Lux at the annual President's Dinner held on 10th May at the Millennium Gloucester hotel in South Kensington. Brian Levy, President of the DPA, awarded the honour on behalf of the DPA Council, in gratitude for distinguished, loyal, conscientious and diligent service to the Association.
Tooth Loss Linked To Esophageal, Head And Neck, And Lung Cancer
Studying thousands of patients, Japanese researchers have found a strong link between tooth loss and increased risk of three cancers esophageal, head and neck, and lung. They suggest that preservation of teeth may decrease risk of developing these diseases.
Temporary Dentures Improve Patients' Smiles And Overall Health
As people begin to realize how their appearance may influence their social life, many are turning to alternative methods to perfect their smile. Temporary dentures are not only economically feasible to wear while waiting for a permanent denture, but they can also aid in a person's overall health and restore a fading smile, according to a study from the January/February 2008 issue of General Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry's (AGD) clinical, peer reviewed journal.
Licorice Extract Provides New Treatment Option For Canker Sores
What common oral condition appears as shallow ulcers of different sizes, affects one in five Americans, can be caused by food allergies and hormonal changes, and also can cause severe mouth pain? Commonly referred to as "canker sores, " recurrent aphthous ulcers (RAU) now can be treated by an extr.
American Dental Association Stresses Good Oral Health During Pregnancy
With Mother's Day around the corner, the American Dental Association (ADA) wants to remind mothers-to-be that maintaining good oral health is an important part of overall health, especially during pregnancy. Research suggests there may be an association between maternal gum disease and pre-term birth and low birth weight babies.