While providing protection against tooth decay, this common sweetener may not be so good for your heart health.

From pro-inflammatory foods to vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, nutrition may play an important role in periodontal inflammation and overall systemic health. 

As more states consider adding the American Dental Association’s “oral preventive assistant,” dental hygienists assert patient care will suffer and suggest moving the profession toward self-governance.

With millions of Americans traveling abroad for cheaper dental care, a tragic case in Turkey underscores the potentially serious risks of seeking complex treatment far from home.

With broad antimicrobial activity, low cost and multiple potential oral health applications, povidone-iodine may be a valuable adjunct in preventive and therapeutic dental care.

With hearing loss affecting more than 50 million Americans, oral health professionals can improve communication, reduce anxiety and create a more positive experience with a few simple adjustments.

New research suggests AI can analyze subtle changes in speech during routine patient-provider interactions to identify early signs of cognitive impairment, potentially giving health and dental professionals a new tool for early detection

Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer Donald Driver is teaming up with Network Health on the “From Teeth to Toes” campaign to promote better oral health habits among Wisconsin families.

A proposed Missouri rule would allow oral preventive assistants to perform periodontal probing, supragingival scaling and other preventive procedures, raising questions about education, competency, and whether expanding the dental team can…

From diagnostic errors and informed consent to meticulous documentation, discover the essential safeguards every oral health professional should know.