Karie Neeley AndersonNutritionUnsweetened sparkling water a safer bet for teeth than sodaNew research suggests the beverage is less corrosive to teeth than soda, making it a moderate alternative drink option.August 5, 2026EndodonticsStudy: Extraction may not be inevitable for cracked teethA study recently published in the Journal of Endodontics suggests many cracked teeth can be successfully treated.July 23, 2026Smile DesignFDI report: Almost 3 in 5 dental orgs report patient harm from illegal dentistryAn FDI World Dental Federation report finds illegal dentistry harming patients worldwide, in rich and poor countries alike.July 22, 2026Oral Cancer1-hour oral cancer test may spare patients painful biopsiesA one-hour brush test may spare patients painful biopsies, and clinicians can monitor precancerous lesions safely and repeatedly.July 16, 2026Legal IssuesNew questions mount over link between dentistry and Epstein’s ranchNewly released details reveal a dental practice at Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico ranch, raising disturbing questions.July 7, 2026Vulnerable PopulationsCo-substance use is surging in this age groupThe patients who may likely be using alcohol-- including drinking heavily -- and mixing it with medications and drugs may be those you least expect.July 2, 2026PrivacyDelta Dental patient portal users may be owed cash for privacy settlementPatients with a my.deltadentalcoversme.com account (January 23, 2021-January 23, 2025) may qualify for a payment; the deadline is in August.July 1, 2026Oral CancerPoor diet may increase oral cancer risk in women, absent tobacco or alcohol useLess-healthy diets have been linked to a higher oral cancer risk in women, especially nonsmokers and nondrinkers, with no similar increase seen in men.June 30, 2026Oral-Systemic LinkCase report: Dentist spots syphilitic chancre during routine checkupA routine dental checkup led to a surprise syphilis diagnosis. A case report highlights conducting extraoral exams at every visit.June 26, 2026Legal IssuesFormer employee accused of using patient HSA info to buy GLP-1s, moreA former dental office employee faces charges of using patients' health savings account (HSA) and debit card info for fraudulent purchases.June 25, 2026Page 1 of 8Next PageTop StoriesSmile DesignDone with your teeth? This pop star wants them.It is not a drill. This pop star wants your teeth.Dental HygieneIs your dental hygienist quitting? This may be a predictor.Practice TrendsDr. Tom Giacobbi on dentistry's robotics revolutionPodcastsPodcast: The evolution of dentistry from traditional roots to digital frontiersSponsor ContentFree webinar for dental leaders
