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FDA Investigation on Denture Adhesive Poisoning

Poisoning from denture creams that contain zinc has been in the focus of officials for quite a period now. The Academy of General Dentistry has been sending warning signs to dentists nationwide, through a letter entitled “The Tooth about Zinc”.

Oral Mucositis Patients to Get Relief thanks to NASA Technology



The painful side effects in treatments of oral mucositis, radiation and chemotherapy treatments are significantly reduced thanks to a light based technology introduced in medicine. This technology has been developed originally to aid plant growth experiments on space shuttle missions.

Dental Anesthesia Without Needles?

This simply means that in the near future the needles will be no more needed when you go to the dentist.This revolutionary needle-free anesthetic has been developed by St. Renatus LC, and if all the tests approve the new drug, it will soon enter the dentist offices.

Why Dentists are Dentists: The True Story



Dentists: I decided today, after many years of observation and thought, that I now know why dentists become dentists.

No, it is not because their deep down desire is to spend their life in peoples’ mouths. I mean, really.

The Most Expensive Countries for Dental Care



According to a recent study, the most expensive country for dental care is England. This will probably result in many patients who will look for dental treatment abroad.

The Causes of Chronic Mouth Infections



There are many things that can cause a chronic mouth infection and the cause can range from a serious problem to something very minor. A chronic mouth infection may involve the tonsils, lips, cheeks, gums, and teeth.

Lindsey Lohan Banned for Dental Sedatives Drugs



Even though Lindsay Lohan has been banned by a Judge from taking drugs, she underwent anesthesia recently for dental surgery.

New Injection-Free Anesthetic Methods in Dentistry

New methods for giving patients anesthesia during dental treatments are under development that can do away with the painful injection methods of the past.

X-rays Can Help Avoid Permanent Bone Damage from Bisphosphonates

X-rays may allow early detection of improper healing of the jawbone caused by the use of bisphosphonate drugs, letting dentists correct the problem early and avoid possible permanent damage, according to an article in General Dentistry.

What medication would you use to tighten pockets in gums?

Question What medication would you use to tighten pockets in gums?