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Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste On Caries Prevention In Children, Samantha Richardson, Kelly Vaughan Jan 2022

Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste On Caries Prevention In Children, Samantha Richardson, Kelly Vaughan

Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship

Are Hydroxyapatite Toothpastes The Answer To Fluoride Free Patients?

Richardson, Samantha 1 and Vaughan, Kelly 2

Dental Hygiene Program, Virginia Commonwealth University

Abstract:

Objectives/Aims: With the rising trend to become more clean with our ingredient lists, we are facing more patients refusing fluoride treatments and fluoridated toothpastes. This trend has been prevalent in our younger generations due to parents only wanting the purest natural ingredients for their children and now declining fluoride application. The goal of this literature is to find a safe alternative toothpaste that will be just as effective as fluoride.

Methods: This review of literature has been …


Xylitol In Preventing Dental Caries, Nicholas Fields, Tu Bui Jan 2021

Xylitol In Preventing Dental Caries, Nicholas Fields, Tu Bui

Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship

Abstract

Problem: Dental caries is a common form of tooth infection among adults and children. The disease is easily transmissible, and therefore a great focus should be put on prevention to ensure healthy and proper oral hygiene for the population. Xylitol use has been proposed as one of the most effective preventive interventions against dental caries.

Methods: The literature review engaged different electronic databases such as PubMed, MEDLINE, Google Scholar, and Cochrane Library in evaluating the effectiveness of xylitol use in preventing dental caries in both children and adults. Articles used in the review were published between 2016 …


Got Caries? Breast Milk And Early Childhood Caries?, Megan L. Dean, Rebecca Fields, Hannah Fritz Jan 2018

Got Caries? Breast Milk And Early Childhood Caries?, Megan L. Dean, Rebecca Fields, Hannah Fritz

Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship

Objective: To provide an analysis of the association between the longevity of breastfeeding and development of ECC. Determine the optimal time frame in which mothers should cease breastfeeding to reduce ECC development. Methods: Dr. Brickhouse, PubMed, Google Scholar and other scholarly databases were utilized to find current scientific evidence on the effects of breast milk on ECC. Relevant articles were summarized to write a review of literature. 16 articles published from 2015 to the present date were reviewed and cited. Results: From the studies, there is strong evidence to support breastfeeding beyond 12 months of age increases the prevalence …


Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1966), American Dental Association Jan 1966

Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1966), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Between 13 And 18? Then This Is For You (1964), American Dental Association Jan 1964

Between 13 And 18? Then This Is For You (1964), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1958), American Dental Association Jan 1958

Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1958), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Attractive Teeth For Teen-Agers (1958), American Dental Association Jan 1958

Attractive Teeth For Teen-Agers (1958), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1956), American Dental Association Jan 1956

Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1956), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1954), American Dental Association Jan 1954

Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1954), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1953), American Dental Association Jan 1953

Dental Health Facts For Teachers (1953), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Dental Caries: Causes, Prevention And Correction (1946), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, Basil G. Bibby Jan 1946

Dental Caries: Causes, Prevention And Correction (1946), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, Basil G. Bibby

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Regular Dental Care (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations Jan 1945

Regular Dental Care (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Fruit (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations Jan 1945

Fruit (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Mouth Cleanliness (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations Jan 1945

Mouth Cleanliness (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Good Foods Help Build Good Teeth (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations Jan 1945

Good Foods Help Build Good Teeth (1945), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


A Dental Health Guide For Teachers And Parents (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations Jan 1940

A Dental Health Guide For Teachers And Parents (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Go To The Dentist At Least Twice A Year (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, Sarah Mcgiffert Jan 1940

Go To The Dentist At Least Twice A Year (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, Sarah Mcgiffert

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.


Children's Teeth: How To Use And Keep Them (Part I) (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, American Academy Of Periodontology Jan 1940

Children's Teeth: How To Use And Keep Them (Part I) (1940), American Dental Association. Bureau Of Public Relations, American Academy Of Periodontology

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.