A viral TikTok video showing a breast-cancer patient’s dental X-ray has ignited widespread discussion about the overlooked role of oral infections in systemic health. The clip highlights how symptom-free root-canal failures can complicate…

A team at UT Dallas has developed a rapid-processing method that allows fully 3D-printed zirconia restorations to be delivered the same day. The technology removes the traditional debinding bottleneck, opening the door for stronger, more…

New evidence shows that men produce significantly higher levels of IL-1β, an inflammatory protein that accelerates periodontal breakdown, providing a biological explanation for the long-observed sex gap in disease severity. The discovery…

A former employee at a Myrtle Beach dental practice is accused of stealing more than $600,000 over an 18-month period before being arrested by US Marshals.

A federal investigation found that two dissolved Connecticut dental practices used patient recruiters to generate Medicaid business, violating state and federal false claims laws. The dentists have agreed to repay more than $714,000 after…

A broad coalition of dental and health organizations is urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to swiftly appoint a new Chief Dental Officer and keep the position within the Office of the Administrator. Leaders argue that…

As support for dental therapy grows across the United States, the 2025 National Dental Therapy Conference will bring together leaders shaping the future of this midlevel practitioner role. As momentum builds, California’s dental community,…

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is making the rounds again, and oral health professionals are often the first to spot the painful little mouth blisters hiding behind a seemingly routine checkup. Knowing what it looks like and what to do next…

Dental spas blend dentistry with day-spa vibes, transforming routine appointments into cozy, anxiety-melting wellness experiences. And here’s the bonus: those calming touches don’t just soothe patients, they also create fresh, high-margin…

New data from United for ALICE shows that lower-income Arkansans face steeper oral health challenges than the national average, from fewer dental visits to higher tooth loss. The gaps are wide, but the numbers offer a roadmap for oral…