When a severed head arrived at the University at Buffalo’s (UB) dental forensics lab, no one expected the case to land them on Netflix’s “Unsolved Mysteries.” The UB team’s expertise in dental technology and forensic science uncovered…

Delta Dental’s Community Care Foundation has announced it will give $16.3 million in grants to enhance oral healthcare for underserved communities. This largest-ever annual funding aims to tackle critical areas including senior oral health,…

Customized implant maintenance is crucial for preventing complications such as peri-implantitis. Patients with different dental and medical histories require distinct care regimens to ensure long-term success and implant health.

A 445 nm diode laser shows promise for effectively decontaminating dental implants while minimizing thermal damage. This study reveals that with the right settings, this laser can achieve near-total bacterial elimination without exceeding…

These robust, high-speed handpieces are specifically designed for the removal of high-strength ceramic materials such as zirconia, built to last at least 20% longer compared to other electric high-speed handpieces and less likely to require…

A landmark amendment to the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 will soon grant dental hygienists and therapists in the United Kingdom the power to supply and administer medications independently. This change, driven by overwhelming public and…

The Pacific Dental Services Foundation has donated a fully equipped mobile dental clinic to High Point University Workman School of Dental Medicine. This initiative will enable dental students to deliver vital care to underserved…

White spot lesions (WSLs) are a common yet troublesome complication of fixed orthodontic therapy, posing significant esthetic challenges. This comprehensive review explores the etiology, risk factors, and modern treatment approaches to…

Taste receptors, once thought to be exclusive to the tongue, are now discovered in unexpected places throughout the body, including the nose, gingiva, and dental pulp. Research from Penn Dental Medicine reveals how these receptors play…

Your dental brand is not just a logo or catchy slogan; it represents the entire exceptional experience you offer to your patients. How you communicate this matters, even before they visit your practice. A carefully crafted brand has the…