Nancy A. Melville

Immune System
Inflammation key to understanding periodontal disease
In the quest to better understand the causes of periodontal disease, researchers are making big strides on two key fronts: understanding the nature of the bacteria that stimulate gingival inflammation, and the genetic and physiologic foundations that can determine the body's response to that stimulus.
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Dentists balk at referring implant patients to endodonists
When it comes to referring patients for dental implants, the majority of general dentists say they would not choose an endodontist, according to a new survey published in the Journal of Endodontics. What is prompting their reluctance?
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Oolong tea polyphenols help prevent dental caries
Researchers from the Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry previously demonstrated that oolong tea extract reduced plaque accumulation and inhibited the development of experimental dental caries in rats. A more recent study tested the theory in humans.
August 8, 2011
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Behavioral therapies ease women's TMD pain
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) pain-control strategies that target women's hormonal cycles appear to be ineffective, according to a study in Pain. But the study authors were encouraged by the potential benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy for female patients with TMD-related pain.
July 20, 2011
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Physics Forceps take the trauma out of tooth extractions
A biomechanical reaction is at the heart of this novel atraumatic extraction device, according to a presentation at the recent Western Regional Dental Conference. All it takes is a little patience.
March 14, 2011
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Endodontics
Self-adjusting file cleans, shapes, irrigates canal
A novel endodontic technology system streamlines the root canal process and reduces file breakage, according to a presentation March 5 at the Western Regional Dental Convention in Phoenix.
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State trooper convicted of slaying dentist seeks new trial
An ex-state trooper serving a life sentence without parole following his conviction for the murder of a dentist is seeking a new trial.
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State trooper convicted of slaying dentist seeks new trial
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An ex-state trooper serving a life sentence without parole following his conviction for the murder of a dentist is seeking a new trial.
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By Ava Barros
AI models may help orthodontists develop more precise treatment plans, according to research published in BMC Oral Health.
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi breaks down the differences between two acronyms that are impacting the dental industry in big ways.
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Evaluating dental practices during litigation: Beyond the sale
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Dental partnership and employment disputes are costly and time-consuming. Written agreements are crucial for resolving these conflicts, writes Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA.
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Iowa dentist, charged with incompetence, surrenders license
By Clark Kauffman
A central Iowa dentist agreed to surrender her license after being charged with professional incompetence in the case of a patient who lost six teeth.
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Breastfeeding may not be a risk factor for caries, but these are
By Ava Barros
Certain factors, but not breastfeeding, may boost children’s risk of tooth decay, reports research published in BMC Oral Health.
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Dental endoscopy: A hygienist's perspective on transforming periodontal care
By Tracee Dahm
Tracee Dahm interviews Marvelyn Navarro, RDH, about how periodontal endoscopy is improving periodontal treatment and outcomes.
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1st known case of high blood pressure drug-induced toothache
By Melissa Busch
High blood pressure medication caused a recurring toothache in a 45-year-old man in possibly the first reported case of its kind, according to a case report.
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3D bioprinting may help heal trigeminal nerve damage
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Using 3D printing, researchers may have developed a solution to help damaged nerves heal following dental surgery.
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Buffered anesthesia rivalry heats up in dental industry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Three companies are vying to be the best-in-class anesthetic, but the ultimate winner may be dental patients.
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Dentist arrested for criminal conduct
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested on October 9 and arraigned for criminal conduct.
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The most reliable dentures may start with this scanner
By Ava Barros
One scanner type outperformed intraoral scanners in replicating removable complete dentures, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
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