Ava Barros[email protected]OrthodonticsHow AI performed in malocclusion detection vs. orthodontistsArtificial intelligence (AI) not only detected malocclusions, specifically predicting angle classification, but it did so better than orthodontists, according to a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.June 12, 2024OrthodonticsA new technique to locate centric occlusionUsing an intraoral scanner and a retainerlike device called the Kois deprogrammer, the mandible's repeatable centric relation position can be recorded for restorations. This research was published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.June 11, 2024PeriodonticsStudy reveals genetic link between gum disease, type 2 diabetesGenetics may be a key player in the development of type 2 diabetes related to periodontitis, highlighting potential targets for new treatments, reports research recently published in BMC Oral Health.June 10, 2024Infection ControlThis chemical may best rid dental waterlines of germsChlorine dioxide disinfectant may provide an effective solution for mitigating the risks of biofilm formation and bacterial growth in dental unit waterlines, according to a study published on June 1 in BMC Oral Health.June 6, 2024Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryThis therapy may improve postextraction healingOxygen-ozone therapy may effectively improve healing after extractions in patients susceptible to medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, according to research published on May 29 in Oral Diseases.June 5, 2024FluorideThese topical medications may prevent caries better than NSF, CHXSilver diamine fluoride (SDF), SDF/potassium iodide, and sodium hypochlorite may prevent caries better than nanosilver fluoride (NSF) and chlorhexidine (CHX), according to a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.June 4, 2024Sports DentistryWhich mouthguard absorbs the most shock?Impact performance tests revealed that custom-made 3D-printed mouthguards may provide better shock absorption than thermoformed mouthguards. The new study was published in Dental Traumatology.June 3, 2024Hygiene ToolsMoms need better toothbrushing guidance for toddlersMany mothers of preschoolers in the U.S. reported dentists were not giving them enough toothbrushing guidance for their children, according to a recently published study.June 1, 2024Hygiene ToolsThis brush is the best for residential care residentsTriple-headed manual toothbrushes may be better at removing plaque and easier to use, making them suitable options for patients who need help with dental care, according to a study published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.June 1, 2024ImplantsThis is why your patients' implants may fail earlyEarly implant failure may be linked to smoking, shorter implants, and tapered implant designs in the rehabilitation and restoration of oral function in patients with some tooth loss.May 30, 2024Previous PagePage 28 of 39Next PageTop StoriesPractice TrendsDentistry in the U.S. may be failingU.S. dentistry may be amid a silent decline, according to a perspective published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.PediatricsFinding kids' caries may be a snap for parentsLegal IssuesLessons learned from a dentist who tried to hide his incomeDental AssistantThe importance of actually hearing your dental patientsSponsor ContentJoin Us July 24 at 8 p.m. ET
