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, 2025Previous PagePage 2 of 6Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesFake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested againAn unqualified dental assistant was arrested again.PodcastsDental romance: Risks and professional boundaries revealedImaging & CAD/CAMDo you know how well CAD/CAM dental restorations survive?Imaging & CAD/CAMHow dental assistants can take better x-rays every timeSponsor ContentEscape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice
