Dental Water Lines Bacteria Led to Infections of Children, CDC Warns
The CDC warns that some dental water lines may contain high levels of bacteria which can spread infections, particularly to children.
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Buprenorphine Side Effects Can Cause Tooth Decay, Other Dental Problems, FDA Warns
The FDA warns the use of buprenorphine tabs and tablets which dissolve in the mouth can cause tooth decay and infections.
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Antibiotic Prescriptions Given to Prevent Dental Infections Often Unnecessary: Study
A new study warns that dentists regularly overprescribe antibiotics for non-existent infection risks.
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Rare Lung Disease Diagnosed Among Dentists in Virginia Raises Concerns
The CDC warns that dentists may be at risk of a rare and potentially fatal lung disease following a cluster of diagnoses in Virginia.
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EPA Rule Targets Mercury Pollution in Wastewaters from Dental Amalgam
A new EPA rule will require dentists to separate mercury from fillings from wastewater before it leaves their offices, in order to prevent mercury water contamination.
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Dentist Water Linked to Bacterial Infection Outbreak That Sickened 37 Children in California
At least 37 children may have been hospitalized due to infections caused by contaminated plumbing at a California dentist's office.
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Mercury Exposure Risks Posed By Dental Fillings, Researchers Warn
Americans with eight or more dental fillings may have elevated levels of mercury in their blood, which could cause health problems, according to the findings of a new study.
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Centralization Sought for 3M Lava Ultimate Lawsuits Over Dental Crown Problems
3M faces class action lawsuits from dentists who say it sold defective Lava Ultimate dental crowns which had a high failure rate and seek to have their cases consolidated for…
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Dental Malpractice Lawsuit Alleges Girl Left Brain Dead From Sedatives
A four year old girl has been left brain damaged after a botched dental procedure, resulting in a pending lawsuit and the suspension of the dentist's license.
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Heart Infections Linked to Reduction in Preventative Dental Antibiotics: Study
A new study finds that decreasing preventative antibiotics during dental surgery led to an increase in heart infections in England.
