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Beyond cosmetics to care: Biocompatible tooth whitening

SHANGHAI, China: A new approach to tooth whitening could offer a safer option for home use. Researchers have developed a biocompatible powder that ...

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Which universities are top of the QS dentistry ranking for 2026?

SOLNA, Sweden: Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a leading global higher education analyst, has recently published its annual QS World University Rankings by ...

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“KRAKDENT has become a key meeting point for the dental industry”

As one of the leading dental exhibitions in central and eastern Europe, KRAKDENT has grown significantly over the past three decades. Organised by Targi w ...

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Elite athletes face hidden oral health crisis

LONDON, England: Elite athletes may represent peak physical performance, but growing evidence suggests that their oral health is often far from ...

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Dental lighting exposure linked to retinal damage, study finds

CHENGDU, China: Epidemiological data suggests that dentists have a higher prevalence of ocular disease than other professionals, but the reasons remain ...

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Israeli initiative improves dental care for patients with disabilities

VIENNA, Austria: Many patients with disabilities are treated under general anaesthesia to manage anxiety or behavioural challenges. However, this approach ...

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FDI World Dental Congress 2026 to present forward-looking scientific programme

GENEVA, Switzerland: The FDI World Dental Congress (WDC) 2026 will take place in Prague in the Czech Republic from 4 to 7 September, bringing the global ...

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Wearable oral biosensor detects inflammation in real time

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, US: A new intra-oral biosensor developed in the US could transform how periodontal disease is detected and monitored. Aiming to help...

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BDA warns dentist expansion alone will not solve NHS dental crisis

LONDON, England: The UK government’s plan to expand registration routes for overseas dentists has been positioned as a major step towards easing the ...

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Snus linked to gingival damage but not periodontitis, review finds

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: As the popularity of snus continues to grow, so too does the diversity of products available, which now include portion-packed snus and ...

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The minimally invasive mandate: Are UK dental schools keeping pace?

Despite rapid advancements in digital cariology and biomaterials, a translation gap remains between modern clinical capabilities and resources and the ...

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Review makes the case for stronger sugar policies in India

MUMBAI, India: India’s growing appetite for sugar is no longer just a dietary concern; it is a mounting public health crisis. From fizzy drinks to ...

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World Oral Health Day spotlights action on UN oral health commitments

GENEVA, Switzerland: Held annually on 20 March, World Oral Health Day (WOHD) highlights the role of oral health in overall health and quality of life. This...

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US dentistry: ADA highlights challenges in AI adoption

CHICAGO, US: Broad adoption of artificial intelligence-based (AI-based) tools by US dental clinics could significantly improve diagnostics, treatment ...

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Philippines plans licensing system to stop illegal dentistry

MANILA, Philippines: Unlicensed dental practice is widespread in the Philippines. Health authorities are set to roll out a national operating licensure ...

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Garlic extract in mouthwash may be a safe alternative to chlorhexidine

SHARJAH, UAE: Besides the negative side effects, health experts are increasingly concerned that long-term or improper use of chlorhexidine-containing ...

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CARIES DETECTOR: Enhancing precision in conservative caries removal

TOKYO, Japan: Caries excavation is often decided at the margin. In practice, the challenge is not recognising caries; it is choosing an excavation end-point...

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Burn-out and well-being among dentists treating trauma survivors

OSLO, Norway: Oral health professionals providing care for survivors of torture and abuse and patients with severe dental anxiety face unique emotional and ...

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Saudi Arabia boosts local hiring in private dental sector

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is stepping up efforts to prioritise local dentists in private clinics. New rules will ensure that more Saudi ...

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Using AI in dentistry to minimise the risk of formal complaints

Formal complaints are one of the most stressful aspects of clinical dental practice and are widely recognised as a significant source of professional ...

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Study highlights oral health challenges in children with severe obesity

BORDEAUX, France: Research on children with severe or complex obesity suggests that oral health is often sidelined, despite its close links to overall ...

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Cutting dentistry’s nitrous oxide footprint

LONDON, England: The National Health Service (NHS) has committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and is focused on reducing anaesthetic gas use. In UK ...

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Dental anxiety and quality of life among adults in the UAE

RAS AL-KHAIMAH, UAE: Although the association between dental anxiety and oral health-related quality of life is well established internationally, evidence ...

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Trends in five key areas of dental anxiety research

TAIPEI, Taiwan: Dental anxiety research has surged over the past three decades, reflecting growing recognition of its impact on oral health and patient ...

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New study shows that arginine modulates dental biofilm virulence

AARHUS, Denmark: Recent research increasingly highlights the importance of ecology-based strategies in caries prevention. A new human clinical study has ...

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COVID-19 vaccines and oral symptoms: How a safety study was twisted by anti-vaccine commentary

BRNO, Czech Republic: Reports of oral symptoms after COVID-19 vaccination have recently re-entered online debate after the publication of a ...

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SARS-CoV-2 pandemic reshaped oral care inequities in Sweden—study

UMEÅ, Sweden: As post-pandemic research continues to examine how different public health responses shaped oral healthcare access and outcomes, a new study ...

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Dental aesthetics tied to well-being and academic success in students

AMMAN, Jordan: Dental and facial aesthetics do more than shape a smile; they can influence how individuals perform socially and academically, according to ...

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Injectable composite hydrogel shows promise for pulp–dentine repair

SHANGHAI, China: Although root canal therapy and vital pulp therapy can be effective in controlling infection and preserving tooth structure, they do not ...

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New care network improves dental access for cancer survivors

LEEDS, England: Improving oral healthcare for patients who have completed treatment for head and neck cancer remains a persistent challenge in the UK. Many ...

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