A collaborative effort between the White House, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Dental Association (ADA) and others seeks to address what has been described as the…

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, antidepressants are the second most commonly prescribed drug in the U.S. Recent research conducted at the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in New York,…

In research that points to a possible link between oral microflora and esophageal cancer, a pathogen responsible for gingivitis has been found in 61% of study subjects with esophageal cancer. An international team led by researchers from…

PDT, Inc., the creators of the Montana Jack are excited to introduce the same quality and innovation to surgical instrumentation. Highlights of the new line include precise and gentle crown removers, scalpel handles with adjustable angle…

Partners in the effort to bring quality care to more people, KaVo Kerr Group is proud to support OHA's ongoing work to improve oral health. 24 February 2016 — KaVo Kerr Group is the Presenting Sponsor for the 26th Annual Oral Health…

DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 5, 2016 — Midmark Corporation is pleased to announce that its Artizan® Expressions Dental Cabinetry line has been awarded a 2015 GOOD DESIGN™ Award for design excellence by the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture…

Andover, 17 February 2016 – Today, patients are more conscious of their health and esthetics than ever before.  Healthy-looking oral soft tissues and bright teeth are considered a prerequisite for a beautiful smile and self-esteem, adding…

According to a recent study, the inclusion of a probiotic within milk may provide oral health benefits beyond any that are provided by consuming nonsupplemented milk. Scientists from the University of Chile in Santiago examined…

In what’s being called the first study to compare the effects of inorganic and organic mercury compounds on a model organism, a team from the University of Georgia, Athens, sought to understand how these compounds affect molecular…

Recognizing that dental anxiety is often related to patients’ fear of needles, scientists from the University of São Paulo, Brazil, are exploring the use of electric current as a means of delivering anesthesia in the dental setting. The…