IDS 2021 attracted 23,000 visitors from 114 countries
A total of 830 companies from 59 countries participated in [...]
Smart dental implants
Researchers are developing a smart dental implant that resists bacterial [...]
Links between oral microbiome, genetic variations and periodontitis examined in new study
Since periodontitis (gum disease) has been linked to systemic health [...]
Fighting Covid-19 with mouthwashes—study adds to evidence of efficacy
Mouthwashes that contain cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) have been found to [...]
Study finds teledentistry a valid substitute for in-person initial consultations
The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in the widespread adoption of [...]
Study reveals new aspects of gingivitis and body’s response
A team led by University of Washington researchers has identified [...]
The tooth on how the pandemic has affected our smiles
New survey data collected by the Oral Health Foundation and Align Technology has found the profound impact of the pandemic on the way UK adults view their smiles.
AI helps predict treatment outcomes for patients with diseased dental implants
Peri-implantitis, a condition where tissue and bone around dental implants becomes infected, besets roughly one-quarter of dental implant patients, and currently there's no reliable way to assess how patients will respond to treatment of this condition.
Dental procedures during pandemic are no riskier than a drink of water, study finds
A new study's findings dispel the misconception that patients and providers are at high risk of catching Covid-19 at the dentist's office.
A gentler strategy for avoiding childhood dental decay
The combination of a carbohydrate-heavy diet and poor oral hygiene can leave children with early childhood caries (ECC), a severe form of dental decay that can have a lasting impact on their oral and overall health.