A routine panoramic X-ray turned into a potentially life-saving moment when a dentist spotted suspicious calcifications near a patient’s carotid artery. The discovery ultimately revealed a dangerous blockage, proving once again that the…

A new congressional resolution urges states to maintain scientifically recommended fluoride levels in public drinking water following Florida’s ban on water fluoridation. Dental and public health organizations say the measure reinforces…

Researchers are exploring whether obesity and diabetes medications currently delivered by injection could someday be taken orally using plant-based technology. Early findings suggest genetically engineered lettuce cells may protect GLP-1…

Philips Zoom! take-home whitening products deliver clinically proven results and a superb patient experience. Philips conducted a clinical study to equip dental professionals with trusted, evidence-based information about product safety,…

Elevate Oral Care, a leader in prevention focused dental products, is proud to announce a partnership with EPIEN Medical to bring HYBENX Advanced Dental Debridement to dental professionals through Elevate’s direct distribution model.…

California’s AB 1952 proposes an alternative licensure pathway allowing internationally trained dentists to work as dental hygienists. While most dentists recognize the potential of this measure to increase access to care, it raises…

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…

Oklahoma lawmakers are considering SB 1942 and HB 4329, bills that would modify how dental plans define covered services and negotiate reimbursement rates. Dentists and employers alike are evaluating how these changes could affect…

A newly proposed federal rule would reinstate a prohibition preventing routine adult dental services from being included as an essential health benefit under the Affordable Care Act. If finalized, the policy could limit states’ ability to…

Understanding the role of macro- and micronutrients empowers oral health professionals to help patients reduce inflammation, strengthen tissues, and protect against periodontitis.