"Both severe periodontitis and edentulism are highly prevalent globally, imposing a significant burden on individuals and societies," wrote the authors, led by Gustavo Nascimento of the Duke-NUS ...

Some conditions can make people reluctant to show their smiles, such as tooth discoloration, missing teeth, and gingival hyperplasia, an overgrowth of the gums. Gingival hyperplasia affects not only ...

Each year, nine leading dental hygienists come together on one night to discuss and debate the top clinical products of the year. During the remaining 364 days, these same hygienists spend countless ...

As a general dentist, I’ve noticed that thyroid medications come up again and again in my patients’ health histories. And with them come questions we’ve all asked at some point: Is it safe to use ...

Medications play a critical role in treating a plethora of health conditions, but they aren't without their drawbacks. One significant oral health issue influenced by medication is bruxism -- a ...

Many dental practice expert evaluators pride themselves on their expertise in preparing and accurately portraying the worth of a dental practice. The presentation of their report will probably be ...

Oral cancer screening is now integral to a patient's routine follow-up, as well as new patient evaluations. Spurred by the rise in oral cancer cases, this examination must be performed more frequently ...

Dental service organization (DSO) Heartland Dental has acquired Smile Design Dentistry, expanding its presence in Florida. The transaction gives Smile Design-supported offices access to Heartland’s ...

American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) President Erin Haley-Hitz has publicly opposed Nevada Senate Bill 495, claiming it sidesteps necessary education and accreditation. If the bill is passed ...

In this episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," recorded live at the Dental Trade Alliance meeting in Napa, CA, Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry hosted Julie Charlestein, CEO of Premier Dental Products, ...

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) have released a joint statement urging that only properly educated and licensed ...

Nobody wants to see holes in their schedule, whether it is same-day cancellations or a light schedule in the coming weeks. We've all been there -- that dreaded day when a big restorative case cancels ...