Nothing new under the sun

Article Abstract:

At a recent meeting of the International Association for Dental Research in Acapulco, Mexico, research results from more than 2,600 projects in dentistry were presented. In spite of the impressive array of subjects covered, many could seem ''old'' and associated with questions that have already been asked to someone unfamiliar with the nature of research. However, research does not proceed by a series of breakthroughs; rather, insights grow slowly as many scientists slowly advance. The many research areas may seem less fragmented if seen as part of a larger context of understanding and treating oral disease. Examples of results reported at the meeting with immediate clinical relevance include: sealants help protect against cavities, according to a 15-year follow-up study; the number of patients who visit a dentist at least once annually has increased by more than 5 percent, and by almost 10 percent among the elderly since 1986; composite restorations take almost two times as long as restorations using amalgam (fillings containing mercury) to complete; and retention of hopeless teeth does not appear to adversely affect the gums and surrounding tissues. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)

Conferences, meetings and seminars, Reports, Dentistry, Dental research

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Privacy at risk. Whose? Yours!

Article Abstract:

The increasing amount of health information that can be detected genetically may cause concern about personal privacy. An individual's risk for developing breast cancer or Alzheimer's disease can be determined through genetic testing. Such information could be a liability, as insurers and employers could deny benefits based on the existence of genetic conditions. Some states are introducing legislation to protect the genetic privacy rights of individuals, and national legislation is expected to follow.

Ethical aspects, Medical records, Access control, Genetic screening, Genetic testing

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Strenght in numbers

Article Abstract:

The American Dental Association must offer services that dentists want and need if it wants to halt the decline in membership. Women and minorities in particular are less likely than white men to belong to the ADA. This could be a problem as the older generation, which is mostly white men, retires.

Services, American Dental Association

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