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JDR articles discuss diet, dental caries and health policy

The International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) have published two reports including a critical review titled “Diet and Dental Caries – the Pivotal Role of Free Sugars…
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Incorporation of staphylococci into titanium?grown biofilms: an in vitro “submucosal” biofilm model for peri?implantitis

ConclusionsStaphyoccous aureus and S. epidermidis can be individually integrated into an oral biofilm grown on titanium, hence establishing a “submucosal” biofilm model for peri?implantitis. This model also revealed that S. aureus outcompetes S. epidermidis when grown together in the biofilm, which may explain the more frequent association of the former with peri?implantitis. (Source: Clinical Oral Implants Research)

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How to make “Dracula’s dentures” cookie sandwiches

Basically: break a cookie in half, ice the insides with red icing, add baby-marshmallow teeth, and use two slivered almonds for fangs. My biggest issue with Halloween food is that although it may look cool, rarely does it actually taste good.

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Dentists tapped for new role: Drug screenings

A visit to the dentist has the potential to be more than a checkup of our teeth as patients are increasingly screened for medical conditions like heart disease and diabetes.
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Salivary IL?1? and red complex bacteria as predictors of the inflammatory status in sub?peri?implant niches of subjects with peri?implant mucositis

ConclusionsSalivary biomarkers could distinguish the “high” pro?inflammatory responders at PM sites only in subjects without inherent periodontal disease susceptibility. Periodontal susceptibility may impact the immuno?inflammatory response in sub?peri?implant niches of those with peri?implant mucositis. (Source: Clinical Oral Implants Research)

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Artistic Smiles Announces Flexible Payment Plans to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable

Artistic Smiles of Agoura Hills, California, announces affordable payment plans designed to make expensive cosmetic dentistry procedures more affordable and accessible for the surrounding community. Dr. John M. Abajian, founder of Artistic Smiles in Agoura Hills, is excited to offer the life-changing benefits of quality cosmetic dentistry to the local area for an economical price point.

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Report shows uninsured Texans are twice as likely to delay seeking primary care, mental health care

Texans without health insurance are twice as likely to skip seeking primary and mental health care because of cost.
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Fluoridation helps older adults keep their teeth, study finds.

FLUORIDATION HELPS OLDER ADULTS KEEP THEIR TEETH, STUDY FINDS. J Am Dent Assoc. 2015 Aug;146(8):571 Authors: PMID: 26448975 [PubMed – in process] (Source: Journal of the American Dental Association)

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St. Lawrence sewage dump: 7 tips to limit your impact

Close to half a million people in the island of Montreal, plus thousands of workers coming into the city from the suburbs, will have their wastewater directly dumped into the St. Lawrence River, if a plan to dispose of eight billion litres of raw sewage goes ahead. But each person and business has the power to limit – if modestly – the amount of pollutants going into the river.

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How to take care of your teeth and gums

With proper care and attention, your teeth and gums can stay healthy throughout your life. Poor oral health is significantly associated with chronic diseases and low self-esteem.
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