Gingival inflammation from lack of vitamin C is well documented from the days of scurvy. Scurvy is a rare condition in developed countris and most dental professionals have not seen it first-hand when treating patients. However, what is seen is periodontal disease and this has led to questions … [Read more...] about The Relationship between Vitamin C and Periodontal Disease: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Clinical Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Oral-Health Promotion in Dental Caries Prevention among Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – Science Sunday
Dental caries is a global public health concern affecting all age groups, especially children. In most cases, dental programs and oral health prevention programs rarely gain the level of attention that medical care receives. A recent systematic review published July 2019 in the International Journal … [Read more...] about Clinical Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Oral-Health Promotion in Dental Caries Prevention among Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – Science Sunday
Interventions for Treating Traumatized Permanent Front Teeth: Avulsed (knocked out) and Replanted – Science Sunday
Traumatic dental injuries are relatively common among children with boys being affected twice as often as girls. Upper anterior teeth tend to be the most at risk for traumatic injuries. These injuries are often attributed to accidental falls, sporting injuries, cycling accidents, and unfortunately … [Read more...] about Interventions for Treating Traumatized Permanent Front Teeth: Avulsed (knocked out) and Replanted – Science Sunday
Radiographic Caries Detection: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
Radiographic Caries Detection: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis One of the most common occurrences in general dental practices is the detection and diagnosis of dental caries. Early caries detection may prevent the need for invasive and expensive restorative treatment. In a systematic review … [Read more...] about Radiographic Caries Detection: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
