Ava Barros[email protected]PediatricsDental diseases may affect kids' sleeping patternsDental problems like cavities and gum disease may disrupt children's sleep and how long they rest, according to a study recently published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.August 28, 2025Hygiene ToolsThis toothbrush may clean teeth betterA study in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research reports that this toothbrush type may remove plaque more effectively than other toothbrush types.August 26, 2025PeriodonticsThyroid hormone levels may predict gum diseaseThyroid hormone levels may be a helpful biomarker for assessing one’s risk of gum disease, which could enable early treatment and tailored care, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.August 25, 2025PediatricsEarly caries? Maybe it has to do with how kids are fedThree factors may put preschool-age children at increased odds for early childhood caries, reports a study recently published in BMC Pediatrics.August 22, 2025TMJ/TMDMindfulness may improve TMD-related painPracticing mindfulness may ease the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges of managing pain-related temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), suggests research in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.August 20, 2025RestorationsWhat affects dental restoration longevity may surprise youThe longevity of dental restorations may be influenced by a few specific factors, reports research recently published in Dental Materials.August 20, 2025PediatricsHow stress affects tooth decay in kidsA Journal of Dentistry study reports that childhood stress may affect kids' oral health in ways like increased caries risk, emphasizing the need for dentists to address psychological factors.August 15, 2025PeriodonticsThese factors may affect tooth loss in younger gum disease patientsPatients under age 36 with severe gum disease, limited education, and a history of smoking may be at greater risk of tooth loss, reports a study published in the Journal of Periodontology.August 13, 2025Hygiene ToolsBlow, smack, pop your way to improved oral health. Maybe?Chewing xylitol gum may help supplement toothbrushing by reducing plaque and decreasing the risk of caries-associated Streptococcus mutans, according to a review published in BMC Oral Health.August 12, 2025NutritionProbiotics, diet changes may improve gum diseaseCombining conventional care with probiotics and an anti-inflammatory diet may significantly improve gum disease, a new study in BMC Oral Health finds.August 11, 2025Previous PagePage 18 of 59Next PageTop StoriesPublic HealthWork less for the good of teeth? Maybe.A new study reveals that working long hours leads women to skip dental visits, with white-collar workers affected the most.Smile DesignZirconia cementation made easy: The ideal cements are here now!PeriodonticsDr. Tom Giacobbi discusses the AAP's Dental Hygienist Recognition ProgramLegal IssuesPair guilty of $13M fraud, including free dental prosthetic scamDental HygieneThis may push your hygienist to quit
