Adults with misaligned teeth often face tough choices about their treatment. A new tool has been created to measure how much these patients get to be part of the decision-making process. This tool, called the Participation in Treatment Decision-Making Scale for Adults with Malocclusion (PTDMS-AM), h
Adult spinal deformity (ASD) is a big deal for older folks, with a whopping 68% affected. Surgery can help, but it's not a walk in the park, with complications happening in up to half of the cases. Teaching patients about what to expect is super important, but doctors are busy, and time is limited.
Adults are seeking orthodontic treatment more than ever. Many of these adults have good reasons for wanting their treatment to be completed quickly. They might be planning to move abroad, start university, or even get married. To make this happen, various methods have been tried to speed up tooth mo
Adults with autism often struggle to find jobs that suit their abilities and passions. They are more likely to be jobless or underemployed compared to those without autism. This is a tough situation, but it's not impossible to change. A big part of the problem is the lack of understanding and suppor
Adults facing homelessness in Dallas often turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. This is a known fact. However, the places where they drink and why are not well understood. A recent study set out to change that. It used a mix of technology and environmental analysis to map out where and when these
Adults often struggle with understanding what's healthy and what's not. This is especially true when it comes to sugary products. Many adults have misconceptions about sugar. These misconceptions can lead to poor eating habits. It's important to identify these misconceptions. This way, we can create
Adults with short bowel syndrome often rely on home parenteral nutrition (HPN) for nourishment. One common issue they face is abnormal blood sugar levels, also known as dysglycemia. A recent study aimed to map out the 24-hour blood sugar profiles of these adults using continuous glucose monitors (CG
