What Lies in the Third Dimension [Part II]
In a previous article I've discussed how using CBCT can help discover the source of a patient's pain. However, there are many other advantages to using...
John Carson | 8 years ago ›New Discovery May Help Prevent Gum Disease
According to a University of Louisville press release, a scientist has found a way to prevent inflammation and bone loss surrounding the teeth by blocking...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 8 years ago ›No More Rubber Bands
I'm always interested in what's new and pragmatic in our clinical and laboratory world. I have never been satisfied with the use of rubber bands...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 8 years ago ›Study: Half of American Adults Suffer From Periodontal Disease
According to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of every two Americans aged 30 and up has...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›The Story of the Tooth Fairy
Since today is National Tooth Fairy Day, (although it's also observed on February 28) we thought you might be curious about the origins of this...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›Take a Capsule to Fight Gum Disease?
Scientists described another treatment approach for gum disease in a report delivered at the 244th National Meeting & Exposition of the American...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 8 years ago ›MythBusters: Dentistry Edition
As dentists, you inform patients to brush at least twice a day, floss and regularly schedule visits to your offices for optimal dental health. However,...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›Monthly Spotlight July/August
With all of the great content offered by the Spear Faculty and guest writers each month, we want to make certain that you don't miss any of it. The following...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 8 years ago ›What is Oil Pulling?
An ancient Ayurvedic method, commonly known as oil pulling, may help prevent enamel erosion and gum disease among other things such as headaches, chronic...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›Stem Cell Therapy Could Provide More Effective Bone Regeneration
Researchers found that using stem cells to re-grow craniofacial tissues – mainly bone – proved quicker, more effective and less invasive...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 8 years ago ›Chlorine: Why Teeth are Shaking in Their Roots
Most people jump into swimming pools to beat the heat or for a cardio workout. They hardly ever think that they could be causing significant damage to...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›Winning Smiles for Olympic Athletes
It's no secret that the 2012 Olympic athletes are in tip-top shape. Even though they take extremely good care of their bodies and watch what they...
Denise Prichard | 8 years ago ›