Ava Barros[email protected]Imaging & CAD/CAMCBCT helps ID pathologies in potential implant patientsImaging, specifically cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), may improve dental implant planning and lower the risk of complications by identifying pathologies before procedures, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.June 5, 2025Imaging & CAD/CAMFossil scans may explain modern-day tooth sensitivityScans of ancient fish revealed that the sensitive inner layer of teeth may have developed from sensory tissues in the protective armor of these fish, which may explain the high sensitivity of today’s teeth.June 5, 2025Imaging & CAD/CAMWhat gastric acid does to 3D-printed denturesIn patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease, 3D-printed denture base resin tooth combinations may be more successful than CAD/CAM-milled resin.June 5, 2025SedationDental care under anesthesia offers a surprising pro for kidsPreschool-age children who undergo dental treatment under general anesthesia may experience better oral health-related quality of life, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.June 4, 2025PeriodonticsRestoring this vitamin may mitigate periodontal risksA deficiency of this vitamin may increase the risk of periodontal disease by increasing the expression of the enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-9 in gingival crevicular fluid.June 3, 2025InsuranceOver 25% of U.S. adults don't have dental insuranceApproximately 27% of U.S. adults, or about 72 million people, do not have dental insurance. This lack of coverage may contribute to worsening overall health, according to a report released by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.June 2, 2025ImplantsHealth of an implant may start with its screwBacteria trapped in the internal cover screw chamber of dental implants during surgery may play a role in shaping the peri-implant microbiome and whether it will remain healthy.May 30, 2025Public HealthWhat patients don't understand about oral healthAmong U.S. adults, awareness of the link between oral health and other medical conditions has declined compared to 2024, according to the Delta Dental "2025 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."May 29, 2025Hygiene ToolsWill your teeth be sorry if you use vegan toothpaste?Despite not causing enamel hardness loss or adverse effects on mineral content or morphology, there may not be enough evidence to support using vegan toothpaste.May 28, 2025Oral-Systemic LinkChronic kidney disease may affect oral healthChronic kidney disease may affect oral health, potentially leading to changes that directly increase the risk of developing caries, according to a study recently published in Health Science Reports.May 27, 2025Previous PagePage 3 of 38Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of drug deal near his office enters pleaA dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case has pleaded not guilty in a separate case in which he allegedly was involved in a drug deal near his dental office.FluorideWhat’s stopping kids from getting fluoride at well visits?Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t liePodcastsPodcast: The keys to transforming patient relationships in dentistryRegulatory UpdatesOpinion: Why advocacy in dentistry matters
