2nd person dies from TB linked with bone matrix lot
 LEADING THE NEWSThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that a second person has died as a result of tuberculosis associated with FiberCel Fiber Viable Bone Matrix manufactured by Aziyo Biologics. Thirty-six people had dental or medical procedures that used this product lot, and CDC and Food and Drug Administration officials are working with health agencies and affected medical facilities to help ensure patients are evaluated and treated. Full Story: ADA News (8/25) 
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 29, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Detection of the pathological exposure of pulp using an artificial intelligence tool: a multicentric study over periapical radiographs
ConclusionsThe designed MSc tool proved itself reliable in the detection and differentiating between exposed and unexposed pulp in the internally validated model. It also showed a better performance for the detection of exposed and unexposed pulp when compared to the 10 dentists ’ consensus. 
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 29, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Knowledge, awareness and attitude of dental professionals regarding child maltreatment - Gupta S, Devi A, Kamboj M, Hooda A, Narwal AJ.
BACKGROUND: Dental professionals could play a significant role in identifying, documenting and reporting child maltreatment to appropriate authorities as children are exposed to various maltreatments that can present in the head and neck region. AI...
Source: SafetyLit - August 29, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news

Child abuse and neglect: oral and dental signs and the role of the dentist - Mele F, Introna F, Santoro V.
Historically, the law, dental and forensic literature has included numerous articles concerning abused children. The orofacial structures are injured frequently in the maltreated child. Injuries of the neck, head, face, and oral cavity represent the most a...
Source: SafetyLit - August 28, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news

Talent Development Manager
OrganizationFounded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development; its overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide.  The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent and equitable organization.Position summaryReporting t...
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - August 28, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: aahire Source Type: news

Director of Federal Policy
OrganizationFounded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development; its overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide.  The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent and equitable organization.Position summaryThe Directo...
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - August 28, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: aahire Source Type: news

Exclusive: Delta Dental names new leader as CEO Phil Wenk announces retirement
Dr. Phil Wenk will be stepping down from his role as CEO of Delta Dental at the end of the year. Here's who the company has named as his successor and what's next for Wenk.
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - August 28, 2023 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Ian Bradley Source Type: news

Metabolomic profiles of obesity and subgingival microbiome in periodontally healthy individuals: A cross-sectional study
Conclusions: Obesity-related perturbations in circulating blood metabolites are associated with the development of periodontopathic bacterial colonization in the subgingival microbiome and consequently may increase the risk for periodontal disease in obese individuals. 
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 28, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Avoid Opioids for Short-Term Dental Pain in Kids, New Guidelines Say
MONDAY, Aug. 28, 2023 -- Children having short-term dental pain from extractions or toothache should not be prescribed opioids but rather manage those aches with over-the-counter ibuprofen and/or acetaminophen, according to new guidelines. The...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - August 28, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

ProSites Live!: Revolutionizing Data, Products and Education
ProSites launches ProSites Live!, a game-changing dashboard transforming data, products, and education for dental practices and DSOs. MURRIETA, Calif., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ProSites is proud to announce the launch of a revolutionary new product, ProSites Live!. This...
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - August 28, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: PDT Source Type: news

Dental students' perceptions regarding bioterrorism; a cross-sectional study - Bahanan L, Alsharif M, Al Qhtani O, Al Juhani A, Samman M.
This study aimed to understand dental students' perceptions of their potential roles in a bioterrorism attack. ...
Source: SafetyLit - August 28, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Young Adults Source Type: news

Epilepsy campaigners lobby NHS to fund dental treatment for sufferers who injure teeth during seizures
The NHS must provide free dental repairs for people who damage their teeth as a result of epileptic seizures, charity campaigners have urged.
Source: the Mail online | Health - August 26, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Tips for overcoming dental anxiety from the Nipomo family dentist
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dental anxiety is a common problem experienced by many, triggering feelings of nervousness, fear, and anxiety. "Too often the result is neglected dental," says Dr. Douglas Ng, with Nipomo Family Dentistry, "however, there are...
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - August 26, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: PDT Source Type: news

The Use of a Soft Tissue Substitute at Immediate Postextractive Implants to Reduce Tissue Shrinkage: One-Year Results from a Randomized Controlled Trial
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent.2023 Jul-Aug;43(4):463-469. doi: 10.11607/prd.5620. Abstract The aim of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) was to evaluate whether placement of a soft tissue graft substitute (STGS) could decrease peri-implant tissue shrinkage at immediate postextractive implants. Twenty patients with one missing tooth between two adjacent healthy teeth in esthetic areas and at least 4 mm of bone apical to the tooth apex were randomly allocated (after tooth extraction) to receive (n = 10; test group) or not receive (n = 10; control group) a subepithelial buccal STGS. Implants were ins...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - August 25, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news

Nearly Half Of England ’s Kids Missed Their Dental Checks Last Year
" Demoralised dentists are walking away from a broken system, while millions struggle to access the care they need, " said one industry leader.
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - August 25, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Katherine Hignett, Contributor Tags: Healthcare /healthcare Innovation /innovation standard Source Type: news

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