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Mouth cancer incidence in England hits all-time high

LEEDS, England: Recent epidemiological studies and global cancer surveillance indicate a significant increase in the incidence and mortality rates of mouth ...

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Ethnic inequalities in UK oral health: Evidence, gaps and priorities for action

LONDON, England: The structural asymmetries that pervade society as a whole are inevitably reproduced within specific industries, dentistry being no ...

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Study highlights potential and risks of AI tools in dental record-keeping

LONDON, England: One of the key promises of artificial intelligence-based (AI-based) tools in dentistry is the expediting of time-consuming tasks. The ...

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Global dental research excellence concentrated in wealthy English-speaking nations

BRNO, Czech Republic: A recent bibliometric study has mapped the global landscape of dental research excellence and identified marked differences across ...

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Adults with diabetes who practise interdental cleaning have more stable blood glucose

FUKUOKA, Japan: World Diabetes Day, held annually on 14 November, highlights the need for greater awareness of the bidirectional relationship between ...

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New protein-based gel shows promise for natural enamel regeneration in dentistry

NOTTINGHAM, England: The use of advanced biomaterials in dentistry continues to gain momentum, offering new ways to repair and protect teeth without relying...

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“Inappropriate antibiotic use can be a symptom of health system inequity”

Antimicrobial resistance is a mounting global health threat, and dentistry accounts for a notable share of antibiotic use. In conflict-affected settings ...

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Dental caries burden remains high across MENA despite gradual improvements

TEHRAN, Iran: A new analysis of Global Burden of Disease data from 2021 shows that, while some indicators of dental caries have improved across the Middle ...

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Funding gap leaves oral cancer patients without dental prostheses

SYDNEY, Australia: A significant funding gap is forcing survivors of head and neck cancers in Australia to pay tens of thousands of dollars for dental ...

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Straumann Group refocuses orthodontics unit with new partnerships

BASEL, Switzerland: Straumann Group has recently announced new partnerships to reshape its orthodontics business around ClearCorrect, combining technology ...

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Salivary biomarkers reveal link between periodontitis and metabolic syndrome risk

KUOPIO, Finland: A large Finnish population-based study has assessed periodontitis using salivary biomarkers—rather than clinical and radiographic oral ...

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New studies link oral health to cerebrovascular health

COLUMBIA, S.C., US: Growing evidence continues to demonstrate the far-reaching impact of oral health on systemic well-being. Just recently, two new studies ...

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Half of Norwegian children recall dental procedures despite sedation, study finds

OSLO, Norway: Alleviating stress for fearful dental patients, especially vulnerable ones such as children, is of paramount concern for dentists. Now, a ...

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Health experts lament removal of fluoride from Queensland water supplies

GYMPIE, Australia: Despite water fluoridation being recognised as one of the twentieth century’s greatest public health achievements, an increasing number...

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New FDI report underscores illegal dental practice as a growing global health risk

GENEVA, Switzerland: A comprehensive new survey by FDI World Dental Federation has revealed that illegal dental practice is an escalating global public ...

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Ultra-fast 3D-printing process could transform production of zirconia restorations

DALLAS, US: Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have introduced a novel approach to ceramic 3D printing that could streamline the production of...

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The steady rise of dental tourism and the risks of cheap treatment abroad

LONDON, England: Driven by the NHS dental crisis, an increasing number of UK patients seeking cheaper dental work overseas are encountering unexpected ...

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Beyond aesthetics: Study assesses the functional effects of facial contouring with botulinum toxin

BANGKOK, Thailand: Given the growing demand for non-surgical facial contouring and ongoing debate about the functional effects of muscle-relaxing procedures...

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Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene but not self-confidence in oral care

JAKARTA, Indonesia: A large-scale teledentistry initiative in Indonesia has helped people brush more frequently and improved oral health awareness, ...

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Zinc compound offers non-staining alternative to silver diamine fluoride

NEW YORK, US: Although silver diamine fluoride remains an effective non-invasive option for treating caries, its characteristic black staining is a major ...

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OrthoFX announces a new AirFlex feature for optimising aligner therapy

FREMONT, Calif., US: For many orthodontists, obtaining optimal tooth alignment and managing final detailing are persistent challenges in aligner therapy. ...

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Dentists urged to take a front-line role in tackling intimate partner violence

PHILADELPHIA, US: A new advisory paper calls on dental professionals to recognise their pivotal role in identifying and supporting those who have suffered ...

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Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies

IAȘI, Romania: Diabetes is a growing global public health concern and is closely linked to oral disease. A recent study conducted by researchers in Romania...

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Breaking the silence: How dental shame undermines oral health and equity

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: A new interdisciplinary commentary by researchers in Denmark calls for dentistry to confront one of its most powerful but overlooked ...

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Researchers lead landmark study to transform jaw pain treatment

PITTSBURGH, US: A new US$17 million research initiative led by the University of Pittsburgh is set to revolutionise understanding and treatment of ...

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College of General Dentistry publishes new edition of Standards in Dentistry

LONDON, England: The UK College of General Dentistry has released the third edition of Standards in Dentistry, a comprehensive and freely accessible online ...

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One in three young adults in the US skip dental visits, study shows

BOSTON, US: In the US, dental care remains largely excluded from medical insurance and separated from public health initiatives that promote prevention. A ...

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Plant-derived compound may offer non-antibiotic adjunct for periodontal treatment

SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Plant-derived therapies are attracting growing interest in dentistry. A recent study evaluated morin, a naturally occurring flavonoid ...

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Suicide awareness in dental education: A call to action for World Mental Health Day

DUNDEE, Scotland: As the global health community marks World Mental Health Day today, the dental profession is being urged to confront a pressing concern ...

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Study suggests dental biofilm may have a direct link to heart attack

TAMPERE, Finland: The long-standing relationship between oral bacteria and systemic disease has taken on new significance with recent advances in molecular ...

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