May 14, 2008

Interact with 55,000 colleagues
Access magazine goes out to 55,000 dental hygiene professionals in the United States. With every robust edition, Access is increasingly becoming the dental hygiene publication that you read from cover to cover.

The aesthetic aspect of oral health care has had a huge impact on patient desires. Has it had an impact on your practice? Whether you work in a practice with a cosmetic focus, or a general practice that offers cosmetic services, tell us about your involvement. Do you perform in-office whitening, instruct patients in at-home whitening procedures, or have a favorite system or products to recommend? Email JeanM@ADHA.net and title your email Cosmetic Dentistry.

NIOSH Seeks Public Comment
Your ADHA is working in partnership with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and other health care organizations to develop and conduct a survey addressing the safety and health of healthcare workers. The survey will address all aspects of health care, including oral health care, and will include management, practitioners of all types and support staff from all levels. They are seeking public comment on the content of the proposed national survey of healthcare workers’ safety and health and a proposed national survey of employer safety and health practices. Please visit http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/review/public/135/ and provide feedback to NIOSH on these important surveys. The comment period will be open thru June 30, 2008.

Research That Develops You!

Genome-wide Scan Finds Suggestive Caries Loci
A.R. Vieira, M.L. Marazita, and T. Goldstein-McHenry
J Dent Res 2008;87 435-439
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/435
Evidence from twin studies suggests a genetic component to caries.Genes that may be related to saliva flow and diet preferences are proposed as possible candidates. A protective locus for caries in the X chromosome may explain the gender differences seen in caries frequency.

Fluoride Uptake by Plaque from Water and from Dentifrice
J.P. Pessan, S.M.B. Silva, J.R.P. Lauris, F.C. Sampaio, G.M. Whitford, and M.A.R. Buzalaf
J Dent Res 2008;87 461-465
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/461
Unlike previous studies, the present findings suggest that the use of fluoridated dentifrice is likely to increase plaque fluoride concentrations significantly for up to 12 hrs in areas where the water contains fluoride close to 1.0 ppm. As previously reported, plaque fluoride concentrations were directly related to calcium concentrations.

Ca Pre-rinse Greatly Increases Plaque and Plaque Fluid F
G.L. Vogel, G.E. Schumacher, L.C. Chow, S. Takagi, and C.M. Carey
J Dent Res 2008;87 466-469
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/466
This study examines if these increases are found in plaque and plaque fluid F. These and the previous salivary results suggest that a Ca pre-treatment may increase the cariostatic effects of topical F agents.

Salivary Lysozyme and Prevalent Hypertension
M. Qvarnstrom, S. Janket, J.A. Jones, P. Nuutinen, A.E. Baird, M.E. Nunn, T.E. Van Dyke, and J.H. Meurman
J Dent Res 2008;87 480-484
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/480
We hypothesized that salivary lysozyme, a marker for oral infection and hyperglycemia, might display a significant relationship with hypertension, an early stage of cardiovascular disease. Our hypothesis—"high salivary lysozyme levels are associated with the odds of hypertension"—was confirmed.

Oral Symptoms Predict Mortality: a Prospective Study in Japan
R. Ide, T. Mizoue, Y. Fujino, T. Kubo, T.-M. Pham, K. Shirane, I. Ogimoto, N. Tokui, and T. Yoshimura J Dent Res 2008;87 485-489
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/485
The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effects of oral symptoms on mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and pneumonia. Some oral symptoms may be predictors of mortality from pneumonia and CVD.

Can Caries Fissures be Sealed as Adequately as Sound Fissures?
M.A. Hevinga, N.J.M. Opdam, J.E. Frencken, E.M. Bronkhorst, and G.J. Truin
J Dent Res 2008;87 495-498
http://jdr.iadrjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/87/5/495
Sealing caries fissures is considered an appropriate treatment option for arresting the caries process. Sealed caries fissures showed significantly more microleakage and insufficient sealant penetration depth than sound fissures. Neither the use of an adhesive nor its intermediate curing influenced the microleakage score and the penetration ability of sealants.

Dietary Supplements: Clinical Implications for Dentistry Diane Rigassio Radler
Diane Rigassio Radler
J Am Dent Assoc 2008; 139: 451-455.
[Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]
Dr. Radler provides background information on the regulation and manufacturing of dietary supplements, highlights popular over-the-counter supplements and addresses the safety, efficacy and contraindications that merit consideration in dental practices.

Colorado Dental Practitioners’ Attitudes and Practices Regarding Tobacco-Use Prevention Activities for 8- Through 12-Year-Old Patients
Kelly R. Kast, Rob Berg, Ann Deas, Dennis Lezotte, and Lori A. Crane
J Am Dent Assoc 2008; 139: 467-475.
[Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]
The authors assess dentists’, orthodontists’ and hygienists’ self-reported frequency of tobacco-use prevention counseling for children aged 8 through 12 years.

Moving Beyond Customer Service
Roger P. Levin
J Am Dent Assoc 2008; 139: 488-489.
[Full Text] [PDF]
Dr. Levin explains how customer service is one of the most discussed areas of business, yet few businesses can accomplish customer service that is truly extraordinary.

Effects of a Stannous Fluoride-Impregnated Dental Floss on in vivo Salivary Fluoride Levels
Flatt, Casey C; Warren-Morris, Donna; Turner, Steward D; Chan, Jarvis T
Journal of Dental Hygiene 2008 82, 2 p. 19-19(1)
http://adha.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/adha/jdh/2008/00000082/00000002/art00007
The aim of this in vivo pilot study was to determine the concentration of fluoride retained intra-orally in saliva after flossing with dental floss impregnated with stannous fluoride (SnF2). Use of this fluoride-containing dental floss offers an option for delivery of fluoride to individuals at risk for dental caries.

Moving Research Knowledge into Dental Hygiene Practice
Cobban, Sandra J; Edgington, Eunice M; Clovis, Joanne B
Journal of Dental Hygiene 2008 82, 2 p. 21-21(1)
http://adha.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/adha/jdh/2008/00000082/00000002/art00009
The purpose of this paper is to use diffusion of innovations theory to examine knowledge movement in dental hygiene, specifically through the example of the preventive practice of oral cancer screening by dental hygienists, considered as an innovation.

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