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HPV may be linked to oral leukoplakia

Oral HPV infection may be linked to oral leukoplakia, a potentially cancerous condition appearing as white patches in the mouth.

November 3, 2025

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Dental Education

Money problems lead to closure of Harvard dental clinic

The Harvard Dental Center’s Cambridge practice, which has been closed since a fire occurred in April 2025, will permanently shutter.

October 31, 2025

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Sealants may help this caries type but not others

Sealants on primary molars appeared to reduce and delay certain cavities but not all.

October 30, 2025

Imaging & CAD/CAM

30-minute 3D-printed restorations are in the works

Researchers have fine-tuned a technology that creates 3D-printed zirconia dental restorations in a single day.

October 30, 2025

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Imaging & CAD/CAM

Smartphone imaging may be key to early oral cancer diagnosis

Rice University researchers created an affordable smartphone-based imaging system to support the early detection of potential oral cancers.

October 27, 2025

Smartphone Man Kite Rin

There may be an issue with women and root canals. Period

Women receiving root canal treatment may experience increased dental anxiety during certain phases of their menstrual cycle, a Scientific Reports study asserts.

October 24, 2025

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Higher dental caries may be linked to cardiovascular risk

The decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index may predict cardiovascular disease risk, according to recent research.

October 23, 2025

Older Woman Dentist

This method may improve complete arch restorations

The key to an accurate complete arch restoration may lie in using this technique, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.

October 23, 2025

Arch Bridge Implant

Researchers work to improve mouth grafts

Researchers hope to grow oral tissue using reprogrammed stem cells, creating living grafts with blood vessels that closely mimic natural tissue.

October 21, 2025

Gingival Recession Kasama

$17M grant to study TMD pain

Two University of Pittsburgh researchers will lead a study to improve how TMD-related pain is managed.

October 20, 2025

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Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure

An Iowa dentist who mistakenly extracted a patient's tooth without painkillers has surrendured his license.

Dental Patient Periodontal Exam

Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy

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Even mummies had periodontitis and heart disease

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How to reactivate inactive dental patients

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Celebrity dentist killed by police

Gum disease germ may be linked to breast cancer

Scientists report that a gum disease-linked bacterium may be found in breast cancer tissue and spread through the mammary ducts or blood, speeding the growth of tumors.

February 3, 2026

3 trends that will shape the dental industry in 2026

By Dr. Ryan Hungate

Three trends will separate thriving practices from struggling ones. Dr. Ryan Hungate explores these trends and how clinicians are using them and growing.

February 3, 2026

Dental Office Busy

Podcast: From conventional to innovative care in pediatric dentistry

Dr. Howard Elson details his rewarding journey from conventional dentistry to pediatric care and, now, retirement.

February 3, 2026

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Oral surgeon faces suspension over patient death

By Melissa Busch

An examiner is recommending that an oral surgeon, who is the defendant in a lawsuit involving a man who died following a dental procedure, have his license suspended.

February 2, 2026

Formal Hearing Regulatory семен саливанчук

What's in your mouth makes you pack on the pounds? Maybe

A new Cell Reports study suggests patients with obesity have unique oral microbiomes and metabolites linked to cardiometabolic disease markers.

February 2, 2026

Mouth Dental Mirror New Africa

A slogan fit for the New England Patriots and dentistry

By Ann-Marie DePalma

"Believe it before you see it" applies to football and dentistry, where success hinges on aligned teams, consistent leadership, and a focus on excellence in patient care, writes Ann-Marie DePalma.

February 2, 2026

Operatory Football Field Level Up

KaVo DIAGNOcam: The next-gen cavity diagnosis tool

By Dr. Ankur Gupta

Learn from Dr. Ankur Gupta of Catapult Education how DIAGNOcam by KaVo has revolutionized cavity detection in his practice with its advanced features.

February 2, 2026

Figure 1: I don’t think I sealed that gingival margin.

Do’s and don’ts for offsetting inflation

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

With inflation squeezing margins, practices must increase production and decrease overhead. Dr. Roger P. Levin shares his tips for doing both with minimal stress.

February 2, 2026

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Imposter dentist pleads not guilty to scamming patients

By Melissa Busch

A man who allegedly scammed clients out of $4 million while illegally practicing dentistry without a license has pleaded not guilty.

January 30, 2026

Gavel Scale Lawsuit Westock

These addictions may be tied to TMDs

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be associated with higher rates of certain addictions among university students, according to a BMC Oral Health study.

January 30, 2026

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The billing problems dental practices are carrying, and how to stop repeating them

Break the cycle of billing chaos with better systems that reduce rework and create predictability in 2026, writes Ashley Bond.

January 30, 2026

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The 'credit invisible' problem in dental care

Nearly half of U.S. adults worry about dental care costs. Holistic credit assessment technology can help 45 million 'credit invisible' Americans access necessary treatment, writes Max Axler.

January 30, 2026

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