Karie Neeley AndersonDental 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, 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, 2026Page 1 of 9Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesEmployee accused of conning, stealing from dental practiceA former employee was arrested for stealing from her dental practice employer.Smile DesignWho plans your aligner cases: You or your software?Dental PracticeThe truth about dental insuranceDental PracticeRisk management in dentistry: Do you really understand it all?Dental PracticeThe hidden costs of the dental hiring crisis
