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With the blessing of the UT System Board of Regents, the Dental Branch returned to the name "UT School of Dentistry" on June 1, 2011. On that same day, John A. Valenza, DDS, was named dean, after having served as interim dean since 2009. A graduate of the Class of 1981, he is the first alumnus to serve as dean in the school's history. [3]
A 1930s poster from the Work Projects Administration promoting oral hygiene. Tooth decay is the most common global disease. [14] Over 80% of cavities occur inside fissures in teeth where brushing cannot reach food left trapped after eating and saliva and fluoride have no access to neutralize acid and remineralize demineralized teeth, unlike easy-to-clean parts of the tooth, where fewer ...
Patients need to be informed regarding their cardiac condition and infective endocarditis, and how this may affect dental treatment. [5] Discussion of pros & cons of antibiotic prophylaxis, why it is not generally advocated; Significance of adequate oral hygiene; Link between risk of IE & dental procedures or other invasive procedures
This list of dental schools in the U.S. includes major academic institutions in the U.S. that award advanced professional degrees of either D.D.S. or D.M.D. in the field of dentistry. [1] It does not include schools of medicine , and it includes 72 schools of dentistry in 36 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
Earwax helps protect the ear by trapping dust and other foreign particles that could filter through and damage the eardrum. [5] Normally, earwax moves toward the opening of the ear and falls out or is washed away, but sometimes excessive earwax can gather and become hard to remove. This is referred to as excessive earwax or impacted cerumen. [21]
Since dental floss is able to remove some inter-proximal plaque, frequent regular dental flossing will reduce inter-proximal caries and periodontal disease risks. [1] [3] Results of a high level of evidence meta-analysis recently found that floss may not be the most effective method for interdental cleaning, contrary to common belief at the ...
[citation needed] On June 1, 2016 Texas A&M announced that as of August 1, 2016, the dental school would be officially renamed "Texas A&M College of Dentistry." [1] On August 31, 2022, it was announced that as of September 1st, 2022, the name of the institution would be changed to the Texas A&M University School of Dentistry. [2]
The Toothette is meant to moisten and clear the oral cavity of food debris and thickened saliva associated with xerostomia (dry mouth). [1] [2] Most importantly, the oral care swab's intended use is as an adjunct to other oral care tools (toothbrush and interdental cleaners) in the hospital and long-term care setting.