Mastering the Modern Caries Equation
A risk-based, fluoride-forward strategy powered by saliva and patient compliance is redefining how dental teams prevent, arrest, and reverse caries.
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US Dental Opioid Prescribing Drops but Still Trails Best Practices
A new international analysis shows meaningful declines in dental opioid prescribing, yet the US continues to outpace most countries.
How a Prosthodontist Keeps Lions, Tigers, and Primates Pain-Free
From root canals on tigers to prosthetic fixes for beaks, a human-trained prosthodontist is redefining interdisciplinary care at Zoo New England.
Private Equity in Dentistry Means Higher Fees but Same Reimbursement
New research reveals that while insurer payments stay flat after private equity acquisition, shifts in service mix and rising charges could reshape dental practice economics.
Landmark Trial Shows 60% Drop in Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
New evidence presented at ESCMID Global 2026 reveals that structured oral hygiene programs dramatically reduce nonventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia risk.
The Truth About Mouthrinses and Biofilm Control
From chlorhexidine to essential oils, understanding how mouthrinses target biofilm can help you personalize care and improve patient outcomes.
New ADA Sedation Guidelines Are Here, Is Your Practice Still Compliant?
The American Dental Association’s first major sedation and anesthesia update in nearly a decade introduces stricter safety protocols, clearer documentation standards, and new expectations for training.
Measles Is Back: The Preventable Disease Threatening Modern Practice
Once considered eliminated in the United States, measles is resurging due to declining vaccination rates, placing oral health professionals on the front lines of early detection and prevention.
AB 1952 Showdown: Dental Professions Divided Ahead of Critical Vote
With a pivotal vote days away, AB 1952 has sparked a major divide between CDA and CDHA, raising urgent questions about workforce shortages, professional standards, and the future of dental care in California.
Fluoride Is Cleared by Science but Supply Threats Raise New Concerns
A landmark long-term study confirms fluoridated water is safe for brain health, yet geopolitical disruptions are now putting access to this critical public health tool at risk.
