February 4, 2024 Edition

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1. ?Is Xylitol (a natural sweetner) Worth Recommending to Patients?

Research shows mixed evidence for xylitol's effectiveness in preventing dental caries, with meta-analyses reporting preventive fractions ranging from 17% to 58%, though its efficacy has never been studied independently of other preventive measures like fluoride. This review included randomized controlled trials in which members chewed xylitol-containing gum, which begs the question: To what extent was xylitol effective in preventing caries, versus salivary secretion???

Article: https://www.speareducation.com/spear-review/2025/01/is-xylitol-worth-recommending-to-patients

2. Researchers Investigate the Association Between Periodontitis and Endometriosis

A recent study suggests a possible connection between periodontitis and one type of endometriosis, with researchers finding a one-way causal relationship in European populations. The connection may involve bacteria, inflammation, and immune responses, though more research is needed to confirm these findings.

Article: https://www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-investigate-the-association-between-periodontitis-and-endometriosis/

3. What’s Hiding in Your Toothpaste? Exploring Ingredients for Better Oral Health

Toothpaste contains several key ingredients that serve specific purposes in oral health, including fluoride for cavity prevention, abrasives for cleaning, surfactants for foaming action, and specialty ingredients like antimicrobial agents, desensitizing compounds, and natural extracts. Choosing the right toothpaste requires considering factors like tartar control, whitening needs, and flavor preferences, while being mindful that certain ingredients like whitening agents and harsh abrasives can potentially cause sensitivity or wear down enamel over time.

Article: https://www.dentalnews.com/2024/08/14/whats-hiding-in-your-toothpaste-exploring-ingredients-for-better-oral-health/

4. Innovative Osseodensification Technique Enhances Bone Density and Implant Stability in Dental Implant Surgery

A clinical study of 32 dental implant patients found that osseodensification, a novel drilling technique that compacts bone rather than removing it, significantly increased bone density around implant sites when compared to pre-operative measurements. The greatest improvements were observed in the distal region of the implant sites, suggesting this technique could enhance implant stability and success rates through better bone preservation.

Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39560860/

5. Predictive Factors of Dental Implant Failure: A Retrospective Study Using Decision Tree Regression

A study of 224 dental implants found that smoking, peri-implantitis, bruxism, and diabetes were the main risk factors for implant failure, with posterior maxillary implants failing more frequently. Early implant failures occurred around 6 months post-placement, while late failures happened around 17 months.

Article: https://www.cureus.com/articles/320563-predictive-factors-of-dental-implant-failure-a-retrospective-study-using-decision-tree-regression#!/

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