Karie Neeley AndersonTMJ/TMDIs football stress showing up in your patients' smiles?A DenTek survey shows that game-related stress lingers for many fans well after the final whistle.October 1, 2026Infection ControlPhage therapy may show promise against periodontal disease bacteriaCould using a virus to attack periodontal bacteria effectively fight gum disease?September 24, 2026PrivacyDecades-old dental x-rays litter Lake ErieDecades-old dental radiographs mysteriously started washing up on the shores of Lake Erie in New York this summer.September 15, 2026Oral CancerCould chewing gum target HPV and curb oral cancer bacteria?A Penn Dental study found bean gum with an antimicrobial peptide slashed HPV and cancer-linked bacteria in early lab testing.September 9, 2026Vulnerable PopulationsCoordinated care boosts oral health during pregnancyScheduling dental visits during prenatal care sharply boosts follow-through for vulnerable patients.September 4, 2026Dental EducationAI avatars help dental students polish real-world communication skillsNew AI patients like John and Judy are helping dental students refine their chairside communication skills alongside their clinical technique.August 25, 2026Legal IssuesAccused dental office shooter asks to serve as own attorneyMohammed Abdulkareem, accused of killing Dr. Benjamin Harouni, appeared in court as a judge weighs self-representation.August 21, 2026NutritionUnsweetened 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, 2026Page 1 of 9Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesSuit claims numbing agent at wrong site led to woman’s deathA routine dental procedure turned fatal when a numbing agent was allegedly injected incorrectly.Legal IssuesMo. hygienists sue over dental assistant scaling ruleSmile DesignPorcelain isn't always the answer. Here's when injectable composite is.PodcastsThe top 3 PMS features to optimize your dental practice before 2026 endsLegal IssuesManaged dental care plan to pay multimillion-dollar settlement
