As dentistry focuses more on treating the patient and not just the mouth, clinicians must balance recognizing the links between oral and systemic health with practicing within their professional competence.

School-based dental programs boost participation not by simplifying paperwork alone, but by building trust, clarifying cost and safety, and turning consent into an ongoing, multi-channel conversation that leads families to real care.

A JAMA Network Open study reveals a paradox in school-based oral health programs: the very children most likely to benefit are often the least likely to enroll, exposing how fragile consent systems, communication gaps, and caregiver…

Sponsored by Boise Family Dental Care For someone with dental anxiety, routine care can feel nerve-wracking. Imagine a local family that needs a dentist but hasn’t made any appointments. One parent has avoided cleanings for years because…

As burnout and mental health challenges rise across the dental workforce, a new perspective suggests anxiety may be an adaptive signal; one that, when properly understood and integrated, can strengthen resilience, decision-making, and…

When an implant case starts to feel layered, you want a prosthodontic partner who can plan the restoration from day one. This is crucial as you simultaneously balance function, esthetics, tissue and timelines. Partner with the right implant…

With rising burnout among oral health professionals, a new perspective on anxiety may offer a path toward resilience, balance, and long-term wellbeing.

New findings suggest that clearer, more direct language about periodontal diseases may significantly improve patient motivation and adherence.

Dental hygienists deliver prevention-focused education every day, yet oral disease rates remain stubbornly high. The missing link may not be information, but whether patients truly understand how oral health affects their overall…

Declining dental insurance reimbursements aren’t temporary. They represent a structural shift that leaves independent practices stuck in constant financial triage. Reframing dental memberships as core infrastructure offers a path to…