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May 2, 2008 News ImplantologyOral HealthPublic Health

ALD May Improve Successful Implantation of Maxillary Bone for Patients with Estrogen Deficiency and/or Osteoporosis

by Oral Health

A new study has established that estrogen deficiency negatively affects implant osseointegration in rats’ maxillary bone. Results from the study also found that alendronate (ALD), an aminobisphosphonate, may improve the quality and quantity of bone available for a successful implant.…

May 2, 2008 News Dental HygieneOral HealthPublic Health

American Dental Association Stresses Good Oral Health During Pregnancy

by Oral Health

Research suggests there may be an association between maternal gum disease and pre-term birth and low birth weight babies. In addition, a recent study says that pregnant women with gum disease may be more likely to develop gestational diabetes. “Good…