Gehrig's disease markers develop in teeth during childhood Biomarkers of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) -- commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease -- begin developing in teeth during childhood, according to a study published on May 21 in the Annals…
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Toothpastes compositions and review
The market offers a wide range of dental products including many different toothpastes, but which of them is the best according to patient’s needs ? In this short lecture we will explore some of the most common toothpastes and we…
Nitrous Oxide sedation in dentistry
⌦ Dr Lee Weinstein ⌫ Dentists have expertise in providing anxiety and pain control for their patients. While anxiety and pain can be modified by psychological techniques, in many instances pharmacological approaches are required. The outcome of pharmacological approaches is…
Herpes Gingivostomatitis HSV 1 and HSV 2
⌦ Dr Lee Weinstein ⌫ Extraoral (labial) manifestation Intraoral (palatal mucosa) manifestation Transmission is by direct contact of lesions or oral secretions. Most common in 1-3-year-olds. Oral manifestations dictated by whether the infection is primary or recurrent. Primary infection occurs…
Chewing sugar-free gum may slow the progression of decay in children
⌦ Dr Lee Weinstein ⌫ Could chewing sugar-free gum be helpful in slowing the progression of decay in children ? Great to hand out to parents. Be careful with the little ones so they do not choke, please. "With consideration…
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Enamel Hypoplasia – Amelogenesis Imperfecta
What is it? What are the causes? How can we treat it? ⌦ Dr Lee Weinstein ⌫ OVERVIEW Enamel is the hard, protective outer layer of your teeth. Enamel hypoplasia is a defect of the enamel that only occurs while…
Cannabidiol vs Antibiotic Resistant Bacterias
Dr Lee Weinstein Cannabidiol may help antibiotics fight resistant bacteria As many people around the U.S. celebrate the marijuana-centered holiday 4/20 today, they may not realize the plant has more to offer than a good high. Combining antibiotics with a…
Alternatives to White Sugar
Pediatric Dentistry Dr Lee Weinstein Americans consume about 20 teaspoons of sugar daily, not including what is found naturally in foods like fruit, milk, and beans. Sugar itself is considered safe, and its caloric contribution may be small when used…
Financial Performance Analysis of three Major Dental Companies – (1 Year Period)
This article is aimed to offer a performance analysis of three between the biggest companies of the dental sector: Colgate-Palmolive, Dentsply Sirona and Henry Schein. Colgate-Palmolive Colgate-Palmolive Company (Colgate) is a consumer products company. The Company operates in two product…
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3 Key Techniques for Behavior Management in Pediatric Dentistry
It’s already well known that dental treatments can cause anxiety to a great part of the adult population, but how do dentists have to act when preparing to treat pediatric patients? Pediatric patients in dentistry are usually considered those between…
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