Karie Neeley AndersonPublic HealthLook at your neighbor, he probably skipped the dentistGenerations -- especially Generation Z -- are skipping the dentist for different reasons, and that’s putting them at risk for serious complications later.October 7, 2025Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryPostsurgical neuropathy a wrap?Finally, a suture-free device may repair severed nerves, eliminating neuropathy after procedures like oral surgery.September 25, 2025PediatricsMissing teeth may make kids targets for bulliesChildren from low-income backgrounds with tooth loss may be nearly twice as likely to be bullied.September 15, 2025OrthodonticsKinder, gentler braces may be on the horizonA clinical trial is underway to evaluate a new way of affixing orthodontic brackets to teeth that is more enamel-friendly.September 3, 2025Alternative Pain TherapiesSensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescueResearchers in India deployed nanobots to treat sensitive teeth, and the preliminary results look promising.August 26, 2025PediatricsPreemies may be predisposed to oral health problemsTeens born very prematurely report more frequent orofacial pain, dental anxiety, and show distinct oral hygiene habits, among other findings, according to research from Malmö University.August 19, 2025Smile DesignHow AI may revamp restorationsArtificial intelligence (AI) can create music, make immersive games, and even aid in the diagnosis of tooth decay. Soon, AI may help make dental fillings, according to a University of Texas at San Antonio news article.August 6, 2025Dental PracticeDig uncovers tooth-adorned baby carriers4,500-year-old canine teeth served decorative, functional purposes for late Neotlithic women.July 23, 2025Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t lieSmoking -- even if it’s temporary -- leaves a lasting mark on teeth, report researchers from Northumbria University.July 3, 2025Hygiene ToolsSoon dental floss may measure stressResearchers have developed a new floss pick with smart technology that can detect cortisol, a hormone released during stressful periods, according to a story recently published in Tufts Now.June 19, 2025Page 1 of 5Next PageTop StoriesDental PracticeThe most frequent dental mistake in the U.S. may surprise youA study in the Journal of the American Dental Association ranks the most frequently occurring dental errors in a large U.S. healthcare system.Hygiene ToolsThis toothbrush may clean teeth betterPodcastsPodcast: AI and dental journalism -- what comes next?Office ManagementHow to ensure the schedule doesn't kill your practiceLegal IssuesDentist sentenced for murdering his mother
