From high-anxiety patients to complex special-needs cases, music therapy is emerging as a powerful, drug-free tool to reduce fear, improve cooperation, and expand access to care.

A new bill could let experienced dental hygienists deliver preventive care at home, expanding access while sparking debate over safety, oversight, and the future of collaborative practice.

A new international analysis shows meaningful declines in dental opioid prescribing, yet the US continues to outpace most countries.

From root canals on tigers to prosthetic fixes for beaks, a human-trained prosthodontist is redefining interdisciplinary care at Zoo New England.

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.

New evidence presented at ESCMID Global 2026 reveals that structured oral hygiene programs dramatically reduce nonventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia risk.

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.

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.

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.

In 2025, patients are turning to artificial intelligence, not word-of-mouth, to choose their dentist, making your digital trust signals, data accuracy, and online presence the key to being seen, selected, and scheduled.