Antibiotics Are Not The Answer! Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery
Research published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - British Volume (JBJS-Br), shows that there is 'no evidence to link prosthetic joint infections to dental procedures' and that the money currently being spent on preventative antibiotics would be better spent on 'high-quality dental care'. As the NHS celebrates its 60th anniversary questions are being raised regarding its capacity to continue in the future with ever increasing costs.

The Government Must Unravel The Harm Done By A Failing Contract, Dentists' Leader Warns, UK
The Department of Health must undo the damage done by the new dental contract, while dentists need to seize the opportunities that will emerge from the chaos, delegates heard today at the annual Local Dental Committees' conference in London. Addressing the conference, the Chair of the British Dental Association's General Dental Practice Committee, Dr Lester Ellman said: "The Department must work with the profession, not against it.

Higher Prevalence Of Periodontal Disease In Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Over 1.3 million Americans suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic, inflammatory disease of the joints. RA is a disabling condition, and can lead to long-term joint damage resulting in persistent pain and loss of function in affected areas. A recent study published in the June issue of the Journal of Periodontology, the official publication of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), uncovered yet another potential side effect of RA.

Advocates Launch Effort To Create State Oral Health Plan To Improve Oral Health & Reduce Disparities, Massachusetts
Leading oral health advocates in Massachusetts gathered in Sturbridge on June 4 and 5 to begin discussions on creating a comprehensive Oral Health Plan for Massachusetts aimed at eliminating barriers and increasing access to care for all Massachusetts residents. The two-day conference was attended by more than 200 dentists, dental hygienists, physicians, lawmakers, state oral health officials, insurers and a wide array of health advocates and policy leaders.

Summary Of Key Lectures, Symposia, And Workshops At The 86th General Session Of The International Association For Dental Research
Following is a summary of the key lectures, symposia, and workshops that will anchor the 86th General Session of the International Association for Dental Research, convening here July 2-5 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Damning Report Published On The Dental Contract Today
Reacting to the Health Select Committee's report on dentistry published, Susie Sanderson, Chair of the BDA's Executive Board, said: "This is a damning report which highlights the failure of a farcical contract that has alienated the profession and caused uncertainty to patients. "For the past two years, dentists and patients have told the Department of Health that it got it wrong. Now MPs have agreed with the BDA.

United Health Foundation And Howard University Launch New Program To Improve Dental Care For Low-Income Children
The United Health Foundation and Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.) announced a $300,000 grant from the Foundation to establish a model "program in dental excellence" at Howard University's College of Dentistry that will expand access to quality dental care for low-income children and their families who reside in Washington, D.C. and Prince George's County.