MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'amalgam'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:40:21 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490747&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fno-more-dental-drill-with-icon-caries-infiltrant%2F Minimally invasive is in. That makes DMG America one cool cat. Instead of treating a decaying tooth with remineralization or a filling, dentists can now rebuild a decaying tooth with Icon caries infiltrant by DMG America. No drill. No filling. No problem. Icon is a microscopic, invasive material that literally fills and reinforces tooth enamel. The product can be used for smooth surfaces and proximal caries that extends to the first third of dentin, D1. In just 15 minutes, you can restore the integrity of a tooth with progressing caries. Simply prepare the area with a rubber dam, then treat the tooth with a gel containing 15% HCL. The pores will open in the affected area, and you will then rinse, apply ethanol to dry, and then air dry the tooth. Apply Icon to the lesion and light cure. A s... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490747 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:05:41 +0100 3490747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3404023&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F25%2Fread-summaries-of-systematic-reviews%2F Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find all the systematic reviews pertaining to dentistry in one place?  You can! The American Dental Association (ADA)  Evidence Based Dentistry website includes a database of systematic reviews in oral health. The reviews may be found by searching the site or using the ADA’s drill down topic menu. Even [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3404023 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:08:39 +0100 3404023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3089430&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-news-mercury-in-americans-%25e2%2580%2593-is-it-a-that-bad%2F The Center for Disease Control and Prevention tells us that measurable levels of mercury existed in most participants of a recent study, “Fourth National Report on Human Exposure to Environmental Chemicals.” Blood and urine samples provided a comprehensive result. These tests showed that in participants over six years old, mercury levels grew with age. However, the finding is in line with other developed nations. We have to balance this with the fact that mercury can be found in the earth’s elements – soil, water, and air – as well as household items like light bulbs and thermometers. In industry, mercury is released when burning fossil fuels. So while it is toxic in high levels, mercury is a fact of life. For more information, read this MedicalNewsToday article. As a dentist... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3089430 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:14:51 +0100 3089430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804093&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F09%2F16%2Fseptember-21-is-world-alzheimers-day%2F Every year on September 21, Alzheimer’s Disease associations across the globe recognize World Alzheimer’s Day.  This year’s theme for World Alzheimer’s Day is ‘Diagnosing Dementia: See It Sooner’. Across the globe scientists are aiming to establish a link between oral health and Alzheimers.  For example, the British Dental Health Foundation received a grant to study [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804093 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:27:44 +0100 2804093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2716097&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalheroes.com%2Fdo-you-like-new-dental-heroes-redesign%2F Last Weeks’ Poll Results The results of last week’s Dental Heroes poll did not surprise me at all. 71% of respondents indicated that they do not consider dental amalgam to be safe. Just 14% consider dental amalgam to be safe, and another 14% were not sure whether dental amalgam is safe. I expected most people to think dental amalgam is unsafe in light of the discussions I’ve seen around the web, and with dental professionals offline. However, the debate is far from over. When new developments emerge, you can trust that we’ll report them here on Dental Heroes. New Poll In this weeks poll, we’re interested in your opinion regarding a lighter topic: the Dental Heroes website. That’s right, we want to know if you like the Dental Heroes redesign? Your respons... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2716097 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:16:26 +0100 2716097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2691626&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalheroes.com%2Fdental-amalgam-safe%2F This week, we want to know if you believe dental amalgam is safe? Most of you are probably very familiar with the dental amalgam controversy that has intensified once again in recent weeks following the FDA ruling that dental amalgam is safe for adults and children ages 6 and above. Need more information? Wikipedia: Dental Amalgam Controversey FDA’s current stance on dental amalgam as of 8/11/2009 If you have a second to weigh in, please do so. Thanks! Here’s the poll Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. (Source: Dental Heroes) Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2691626 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:20:42 +0100 2691626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2670961&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fcranham%2Fdr-cranham-on-amalgams%2F I have never believed that amalgam creates a major health issue, but that’s not to say some patients may be more sensitive than others, and for them, amalgam can be a problem. My practice has been amalgam free for 10 years because now we simply have better materials. There are benefits in terms of sealing and strenghtening the tooth with composite, as well as the estheitc issue. None of my patients want black or silver fillings, given the alternative. I will say, amalgam is the most forgiving material for fillings. If it’s impossible to isolate a tooth, amalgam is better than composite. In fact, a poor amalgam is better than a poor composite. When composite fillings fail, they fail big. Dentists have more room for error with silver filling materials. So there is still a time... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2670961 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:00:17 +0100 2670961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2653895&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fpress-release-adas-pr-on-dental-amalgam-and-the-fda-ruling%2F Food and Drug Administration Action on Dental Amalgam WASHINGTON, July 28, 2009 /PRNewswire/ — The American Dental Association (ADA) agrees with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision not to place any restriction on the use of dental amalgam, a commonly used cavity-filling material. The FDA ruling issued today categorizes encapsulated dental amalgam as a class II medical device, placing it in the same class as gold and tooth-colored composite fillings. The ADA has supported a class II designation for dental amalgam since 2002, when first proposed by the FDA. “The FDA has left the decision about dental treatment right where it needs to be—between the dentist and the patient,” states ADA President Dr. John Findley. “This decision underscores what... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2653895 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:36:20 +0100 2653895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160304&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Famalgam-fillings-blamed-for-reduced-body-strength%2F An interesting video came across our DentalBlogs news desk recently. The Center for Natural Dentistry in San Diego posted it on YouTube. A caption explains that when amalgam fillings are placed, they can irritate nerve sensors in teeth and cause weakened muscles in the body. Check it out the video here. PurePower Mouthguard (PPM), an athletic mouthguard designed according to neuromuscular principals for optimal occlusion, is thought to increase performance, as well. To review other resources on this topic, visit: PubMed PubMed 2 JADA subscribers can view this (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160304 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:11:31 +0100 2160304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2125240&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fswedes-nix-amalgam-in-dentistry%2F Across the gobe, heat is rising for mercury. Not a national dental board, but the Swedish government has decided mercury will not be used in the country. This, of course, means no more dental amalgam in Sweden. With the recent (2008) lawsuit that prompted the FDA to swap sides regarding amalgam safety, is American next in line for a national amalgam ban? The Swedish government’s decision came on January 15th, and on the 16th, the American Dental Association produced a statement that said a mercury ban isn’t necessary in the US. Here’s why: Only 30% of fillings placed in America are amalgam. Eighty percent of waste amalgam is captured by dental offices, and because many dentists use amalgam separators, the rate of capture can be as high as 99%. The US EPA, a significant... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2125240 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:55:51 +0100 2125240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2026833&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Flead-in-dental-products-from-china-still-a-problem%2F Ohio senator Sherrod Brown asked the FDA to step in and take action on the issue of unsafe dental materials brought in from China. A Hudson, Ohio woman received a dental crown that contained lead, and another patient from Ravenna received a bridge with lead. Senator Brown is concerned for the safety of his fellow Ohioans, as well as his fellow Americans. Read the full article by Tim Troglen, a reporter for the HudsonHubTimes.com, here. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2026833 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 14:53:59 +0100 2026833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1974926&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdental-news-mercurys-coming-out-of-the-dark%2F This article was created from information at MedicalNewsToday.com.  (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1974926 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:42:50 +0100 1974926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1971065&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdentalheroes%2F%7E3%2F343140762%2F New Series: Site of the Week If you’ve been following the Dental Heroes blog for a while now, you’ve probably noticed my freestyle approach to topic selection. Up to this point, I’ve been writing about anything related to dental care that’s on my mind at the time - with little direction. To be honest, I hate that I haven’t been more organized with my articles-writing. Unfortunately, this will only become more important as this blog continues to grow. So, what am I going to do about it? Well, I’ve decided to begin writing a series each day of the week, with the next part in the series falling on the corresponding day each following week. For example, Tuesdays are going to be “Site of the week” days. Each Tuesday hereafter will also be “Site of the week” days. This way, y... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1971065 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:56:21 +0100 1971065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1645845&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Framon-spectroscopy-could-end-need-for-dental-fillings%2F According to MedicalNewsToday.com, scientists in London are using Ramon spectroscopy to detect tooth demineralizaion so early that special mouthwash or fluoride varnish may prevent cavity development. Imagine, no need to worry about the amalgam controversy; no need for patients to stress out over the dental drill; and best of all, this could mean an end to a raging disease across the globe – dental caries. Don’t get too excited yet. Research to this point has not involved human teeth, and the cost of producing a Ramon spectroscopy machine is high. How it works: Ramon spectroscopy for dentistry is being developed by scientists at King’s College London. Currently, the technology is used to identify molecular fingerprints that allow scientists to distinguish different chemicals.... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1645845 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:00:08 +0100 1645845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1615879&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdentistry-in-the-news%2F Inspiration from a Fellow Dentist Dentists are persistent, and those who persist succeed. Take, for instance, Capt. Mehmet Danis, the CFB Kingston dentist who recently placed sixth in the 250-km, six-phase race across the Gobi Desert. The man didn’t even have a pair of trail running shoes, but instead wore street tennies. What Not to Do In Georgia, Columbia dentist Claudinette Varon-Castro was arrested and charged with five felonies for providing dentistry without a license from her home in Johns Creek. It seems she had the drugs and the training, but not the facility or the license to practice legally. Peter Trager, past president of the Georgia Board of Dentistry, says that “underground dentists” often provide care to illegal immigrants who can’t afford or are sc... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1615879 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:40:55 +0100 1615879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1593734&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fself-repairing-teeth-could-become-reality%2F Wouldn’t it be nice if a tooth just regenerated dentin after a cavity were removed? This may sound like something off of Star Trek, but the truth is, dental regeneration could be closer than you think. Because tooth decay is a huge public health issue, being the most often occurring infectious disease across the globe, dentin regeneration is sensational news. Read the clinical info here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/114054.php. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1593734 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:13:16 +0100 1593734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531085&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffda-will-reclassify-amalgam-in-2009%2F In the battle over amalgam usage for dental fillings, the FDA has set a deadline to reclassify dental amalgam. By July 2009, the FDA plans to have a final decision on new classification. This change of heart and mind was brought about when a lawsuit against the FDA by Moms Against Amalgam was settled. The ADA released a statement that the organization supports the FDA’s decision and until a final reclassification is made, the ADA will stand firm on the position that dental amalgam is a safe and affordable solution for fillings. Read the ADA news post here. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531085 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:53:22 +0100 1531085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1497352&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffda-settles-in-amalgam-case-ada-responds%2F The FDA came to a settlement with Moms Against Mercury in the lawsuit regarding dental amalgam fillings. The FDA’s new view, posted on their website, now reads: ” Dental amalgams contain mercury, which may have neurotoxic effects on the nervous systems of developing children and fetuses. When amalgam fillings are placed in teeth or removed from teeth, they release mercury vapor. Mercury vapor is also released during chewing. FDA’s rulemaking (described in question 7) will examine evidence concerning whether release of mercury vapor can cause health problems, including neurological disorders, in children and fetuses.” Read the statement in its entirety at http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/amalgams.html. The ADA responded by stating, “…the FDA has in no way change... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1497352 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:46:28 +0100 1497352 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1428925&cid=t_188226_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fvoice-your-opinion-on-amalgam%2F The FDA has will review comments about amalgam submitted from April 28 – July 28, 2008. Amalgam has been under scrutiny for many years because of health, environmental, and occupational safety issues. Listing the ingredients of amalgams on their product labels is one solution under consideration. While this wouldn’t solve the overall problem, it would make users more aware of what they’re handling – and patients more aware of what they’re agreeing to have in their dental work. Many dentists avoid the amalgam issue by placing only composite resin fillings. Another deterrent, disposal guidelines for amalgams have been implemented in 12 states. If you have an opinion or ideas on the topic, tell the FDA! How can you voice your opinion? “Electronic comments or submis... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1428925 Thu, 08 May 2008 13:27:40 +0100 1428925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1136856&cid=t_188226_133_f&fid=35098&url=http%3A%2F%2Fclub166.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F01%2Fwhere-are-all-autistic-children-of.html This article and commentary were discussed by Kristina Chew. Mark Blaxill, a leading proponent of the "autism=mercury poisoning" line of thought, backpeddles somewhat without totally conceding that the theory is dead. Brett of 29 Marbles asks what it would take for either side to change their mind.Although I ultimately look to science to inform my opinions on things such as causality, I am not above referring to common sense, which is not a bad place to start when considering what kind of studies should be done.One of the things that has made me doubt the whole autism=mercury poisoning thing from the start are dentists, and the amalgams they place. Specifically, where are all the autistic kids who had dentists and dental assistants as parents? More specifically, where is the large group of... Club 166 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1136856 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 20:36:00 +0100 1136856