Indirect Virus Transmission in Cluster of COVID-19 Cases, Wenzhou, China, 2020 When faced with an emerging infectious disease that has created a pandemic, studying every aspect of the disease is crucial to better understand transmission and to do a proper risk assessment. There is literature that … [Read more...] about Indirect Virus Transmission in Cluster of COVID-19 Cases, Wenzhou, China, 2020 – Science Sunday
Transmission Routes of 2019-nCoV and controls in Dental Practice: Science Sunday
Transmission Routes of 2019-nCoV and controls in Dental Practice A novel coronavirus emerged in Wuhan, China in late 2019. Since the emergence of this new infectious disease scientists have worked diligently to identify transmission routes and highlight occupations at the highest risk. A study … [Read more...] about Transmission Routes of 2019-nCoV and controls in Dental Practice: Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study The recent emergence of the novel coronavirus has many dental professionals concerned about safety, not only for the clinician but also for the patients. Aerosols are produced regularly in dental offices from … [Read more...] about Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review Clear aligner therapy for orthodontic treatment has become more and more popular over the past several years. When it was first introduced there seemed to be quite a bit of skepticism as with many new treatment … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Clear Aligner Therapy for Orthodontic Treatment: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment Periodontal disease is a chronic disease that must be maintained, currently, there is no cure. Maintenance requires keeping a healthy balance of the oral ecosystem by eliminating bacterial plaque. For long-term efficacy, this must be achieved daily. … [Read more...] about Adherence to Supportive Periodontal Treatment: Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study The recent emergence of the novel coronavirus has many dental professionals concerned about safety, not only for the clinician but also for the patients. Aerosols are produced regularly in dental offices from … [Read more...] about Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday
The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review – Science Sunday
“Say Cheese” is Passé, “Say Bling” is Here – The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review Dental modifications have been seen throughout most of history. In the past modifications were done for a variety of reasons. In a review published in December 2016 in the Journal of Advanced Oral Research, the … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Dental Jewelry: A Review – Science Sunday
Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment: Science Sunday
Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment Two of the features first noticed by others are overwhelmingly the eyes and the smile. Through the years teeth have been an indicator of social status and beauty. So, it is not surprising that people are … [Read more...] about Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Treatment of Gummy Smile with Cosmetic Restoration Treatment: Science Sunday
Reaching Vulnerable Populations through Portable and Mobile Dentistry-Current and Future Opportunities: Science Sunday
Reaching Vulnerable Populations through Portable and Mobile Dentistry-Current and Future Opportunities Lack of access to dental care is an ongoing problem. In 2018, the US House of Representatives passed the Action for Dental Health Act of 2017. This act is meant to prevent dental … [Read more...] about Reaching Vulnerable Populations through Portable and Mobile Dentistry-Current and Future Opportunities: Science Sunday
Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: Science Sunday
Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-associated Pneumonia Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is one of the most frequently hospital-acquired infections associated with ICU stays. Hospital-acquired infections affect 1.7 million … [Read more...] about Cost Assessment of a New Oral Care Program in the Intensive Care Unit to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: Science Sunday
