On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about the benefits of xylitol, particularly on recently exposed root surfaces. He also highlights products that you can recommend to your patients to help them achieve simple applications of xylitol throughout the … [Read more...] about Benefits of Xylitol – Fast Facts Pharmacology
Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Povi•One”
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. is talking about a new and exciting product from our sponsors over at Elevate Oral Care called Povi•One! This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! Elevate Oral Care creates innovative and proven … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Povi•One”
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 39 Benefits of Xylitol
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about the benefits of xylitol, particularly on recently exposed root surfaces. He also highlights products that you can recommend to your patients to help them achieve simple applications of xylitol throughout the day. … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 39 Benefits of Xylitol
Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples – Science Sunday
Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples Most of the bacteria colonizing the oral cavity in the first months of life are from the genus Streptococci. The colonization of Streptococci mutans is thought to occur after tooth eruption begins. A study published in 2019 in the … [Read more...] about Streptococcus mutans Detection in Saliva and Colostrum Samples – Science Sunday
307 Are You COPD Aware? with Tyler Kuhk, NP
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Michelle talks to returning guest Tyler Kuhk, NP about COPD. Did you know that November is COPD awareness month? This could be a great lead in for you to talk to your patients about COPD and a reminder for your team to look for … [Read more...] about 307 Are You COPD Aware? with Tyler Kuhk, NP
Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Previous studies have shown the oral microbiome stays stable unless it is disturbed by medication, disease, low pH, or significant changes in diet. Dysbiosis of the oral microbiome by colonization of aciduric and acidophilic bacteria is associated with dental caries. In a clinical study published in … [Read more...] about Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Beyond Streptococcus mutans: Clinical Implications of the Evolving Dental Caries Etiology Paradigms and its Associated Microbiome – Science Sunday
Untreated caries in permanent teeth is the most prevalent human disease worldwide, according to the 2015 Global Burden of Disease report. Dental caries is now understood to be multifactorial, with no single causation pathway. In an article published in 2018 in the British Dental Journal Philip et al … [Read more...] about Beyond Streptococcus mutans: Clinical Implications of the Evolving Dental Caries Etiology Paradigms and its Associated Microbiome – Science Sunday
Targeting of Streptococcus mutans Biofilms by a Novel Small Molecule Prevents Dental Caries and Preserves the Oral Microbiome – Science Sunday
Previous studies have demonstrated the introduction of processed sugars coincides with the prevalence of S. mutans in dental plaque and biofilm. There is also an abundance of evidence that indicates S. mutans in the decay process leading to dental caries. In a recent study published in 2017 in the … [Read more...] about Targeting of Streptococcus mutans Biofilms by a Novel Small Molecule Prevents Dental Caries and Preserves the Oral Microbiome – Science Sunday
