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Patient Education Program Launched by NuSmile
by NuSmileNuSmile Ltd., the worldwide leader in pediatric esthetic restorative dentistry, announced today the launch of its I Love My NuSmile program. The centerpiece of the program is the new I Love My NuSmile website that not only helps parents understand…
Your Patients’ Mouth Could Signal Abuse, Neglect
by Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, AAP NewsCould the bitemarks, swollen lips or severely decayed teeth in your patient be related to child abuse or neglect? A clinical report from the Academy and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry aims to help pediatric and dental providers review…
New Soft Chews Product Shown to Protect Children’s Enamel
by Ortek Therapeutics, Inc., PR NewswireOrtek Therapeutics, Inc. announced today that new data shows the effects of a novel sugar free chocolate soft chew in helping maintain enamel health in children. This product, BasicBites®, coats teeth with a vital blend of tooth supporting nutrients. BasicBites…
Teeth Grinding May Be a Sign of Bullying Problems
by BBC News HealthAn oral health charity said parents and schools should be aware of the problem, which can also affect adults who are stressed and anxious. Teeth-grinding can lead to headaches, worn-down teeth and disrupted sleep – and it appears to be…
Breastfeeding Over Two Years Could Lead to Pediatric Dental Caries
by Dr Ananya Mandal, MDAccording to a latest study published last Friday in the Journal Pediatrics, children who are breastfed for over two years are more likely to develop caries or cavities. For the study the researchers looked at breastfeeding behaviors and sugar consumption among…
Healthy California Toddler Dies After Routine Dental Visit
by Veronica Rocha, Los Angeles TimesThree-year-old Daleyza Hernandez-Avila recently visited a surgical center in Stockton for what was supposed to be a routine dental procedure. But on the June 12 visit, her heart stopped about 30 minutes into the procedure. She was later pronounced dead…
Open Wide: The Ultimate Guide to Teeth – A Narrative Review
by Oral HealthDiscover a world of mystery, history, and lore inside your mouth. Yes, we’re talking about teeth! In Open Wide, you’ll find out everything you need to know about your teeth. No matter what you call them, pearly whites, chompers, canines,…
Professional Athletes and Henry Schein Go To Bat for Healthier Children
by Henry Schein CaresHenry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced that for the fifth straight year, it is joining forces with the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society® (PBATS) and the Taylor Hooton Foundation to speak with children about the importance of staying active,…
Canadians Looking at Dental Care Coverage for All Youth
by Michael Gorman, CBC NewsThe New Democrats are looking to address a little unfinished business. NDP Leader Gary Burrill announced Monday that if his party wins the provincial election at the end of the month, the NDP will expand dental care coverage for young people…
Backlog of Pediatric Dental Surgeries Continues to Grow
by Michael Crowe, WBIRChildren are suffering, and there’s nothing they can do — that’s the message from a group of East Tennessee dentists this week. The group, headed by Dr. Richard Myers of Western Heights Dental, is concerned that TennCare is falling behind…
Nova Scotia Children Facing Poor Dental Care, Treatment
by The Canadian PressA new report says 36 per cent of Nova Scotia children have cavities by the age of six due in part to a lack of proper dental care and early checkups. The study on oral health by Nova Scotia’s dentists…
Children with Type 2 Diabetes Proven to Have Poorer Oral Health
by The University at BuffaloThe first study of oral health in children with Type 2 diabetes, including those who are obese, has found that these children tend to have poorer oral health than children who do not have Type 2 diabetes. Published earlier this…
Data Shows Numbers on Tooth Extractions for Children Increasing
by Andrew Gould, Medical XPressThe Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons has obtained and published data which show a shocking 24 per cent rise in the number of tooth extractions in hospital for children aged four and under in the…
Growth Guidance
by Douglas MusseauAs parents, we absolutely want what is best for our children in every way. Many parents are well aware of the specific milestones that our children should reach during the first 18-months of life, however, there are several important growth…
Health Smiles Ontario Serving Dental Care to 85,000 Children
by Dominik Kurek, York GuardianYou’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again: you have to take care of your teeth and see your dentist. But, if you don’t have dental coverage, an appointment to see the dentist can get pretty expensive. So, Ontario…
Early Dental Visits for Toddlers Isn’t Necessarily Beneficial
by Tara Haelle, ForbesHeading to the dentist as an infant or toddler doesn’t do much to prevent tooth decay later on but does cost more money, suggests a new study—despite the fact that it’s been recommended by three professional societies for years. “We…
Storybooks Help Children with Autism Prep for the Dentist
by BDJ TeamThe Oral Health Foundation is backing the use of children’s storybooks with dental narratives following a new study which has shown they can be a highly effective way of helping prepare children with autism for a visit to the dentist.1…
Home Remedies for Digestive Issues May Lead to Dental Caries
by Martha Ann Keels, D.D.S., Ph.D., AAP NewsConstipation and dental caries may sound like strange bedfellows, but there is a connection. Seventeen to 40% of children experience constipation. Symptoms such as painful defecation, fecal incontinence and abdominal pain can contribute to significant distress for both the child…
JADA Study Shows Impact of Dental Benefits on Children’s Dental Needs
by American Dental AssociationA report in the February issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) shows that dental benefits play a significant role in meeting the dental needs of children, including checkups and treatments. The study is particularly timely as…
Dental Companies Donate Dental Chair and X-Rays to Yemin Orde Youth Village
by Henry ScheinHenry Schein, Inc. today announced that it has joined supplier partner Takara Belmont to donate more than $50,000 in dental equipment to Yemin Orde Youth Village, an Israel-based home, school, and safe haven to 440 at-risk and immigrant youth from…