The article “Pandemic considerations on essential oral healthcare” published in the Journal of Dental Research provides a layered model of essential oral healthcare, integrating urgent and basic oral healthcare, as well as advanced and…

As new, more infectious variants to the novel coronavirus spread across the world, Pfizer, in collaboration with its partner BioNTech, is developing a booster shot that would offer protection against new strains that may evolve. The company…

A multinational study of how the pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis colonizes the oral cavity has led to new understanding of interactions within the oral microbiome. Given the fact P. gingivalis is unable to produce its own growth molecules…

The dark pigmentations that appear on dental enamel near the gingiva have a bacterial origin, and researchers note there is no definitive therapy to completely remove these stains. Appearing in Scientific Reports, a study of black stains…

Two vaccines developed to prevent infection with the novel coronavirus have been abandoned due to poor performance in clinical trials. Manufactured by Durham, North Carolina-based Merck in partnership with the nonprofit organization IAVI,…

DMG has launched a complete three-dimensional (3D) digital printing solution featuring advanced 3D technology and industry-leading resins.

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Oral Care has announced its commitment to advance healthy oral care habits to transform people’s health while reducing the impact on the planet through its new sustainability commitments.

Unfortunately, many Americans—especially older adults—are unsure of how to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations. In fact, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, six out of 10 older Americans don’t know if they are eligible or how to get…

According to the results of a Harris poll of more than 1,900 United States adults conducted between December 28 and December 30, Americans are more confident about receiving COVID-19 vaccines. The percentage who responded they will get…

BIOLASE has announced an agreement with Dental Care Alliance (DCA), one of the largest dental support organizations (DSO) in the United States.