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Dental procedures and their relationship with postoperative peri-prosthetic joint infection

LEIPZIG, Germany: As the global population ages, the number of total joint arthroplasties (TJAs), particularly of the hip and knee, correspondingly ...

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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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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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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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“Helping people regain control in the dental chair can ripple out into daily life”

Few experiences evoke as much fear as sitting in the dental chair—especially for those whose trust was broken early in life. Bridging the fields of ...

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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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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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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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The future of dentistry: Younger female dentists are reshaping the profession

CHICAGO, US: Dentistry is undergoing a generational and gender shift. As highlighted in The U.S. Dentist Workforce, a new report from the American Dental ...

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FDI World Dental Congress 2026: Reuniting the global dental community in historic Prague

PRAGUE, Czech Republic: From 4 to 7 September 2026, dental professionals from across the globe will gather in the heart of Europe for an event that ...

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“The Oral Health Observatory has been a goldmine of insights for China”

As oral health takes on growing importance within broader public health strategies, data-driven insights are becoming essential for shaping effective policy...

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General Dental Council publishes assessment on use of AI in dentistry

LONDON, England: The UK’s General Dental Council has emphasised its commitment to understanding and monitoring the evolving impact of artificial ...

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Cannabis use disorder linked to more than triple the risk of oral cancer

SAN DIEGO, US: As cannabis use becomes more common, its health risks remain under investigation—particularly its impact on cancer. Some users develop ...

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Maple polyphenol shows promise in preventing dental biofilms

WASHINGTON, US: Natural compounds continue to attract attention as potential alternatives to synthetic agents in caries prevention. A research team at the ...

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“FDIWDC25 promises to be one of the largest and most dynamic dental gatherings to date”

As the global dental community prepares to gather in Shanghai for the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress (FDIWDC25), FDI had the opportunity to speak with Prof....

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How to overcome obstacles in offering interdisciplinary dental care

Delivery of dental care falls into two categories: single provider care (uni-disciplinary) and collaborative care. The structure of a practice—that is, ...

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Poor oral health increases severity of peritonsillar and deep neck space infections, study finds

ORADEA, Romania: Ongoing research continues to illuminate the plethora of ways in which oral and systemic health influence each other. While odontogenic ...

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New data links regular dental visits to better health and well-being across all-income levels

WASHINGTON, US: While the links between oral and systemic health are well established and widely discussed in the dental literature, the broader ...

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Clinical accuracy of dental students significantly boosted by meditation

VADODARA, India: The flow of Eastern philosophical and spiritual systems to the US has, since the 1960s, exerted a well-known and powerful influence on the ...

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Depression negatively affects oral microbiome diversity, study finds

NEW YORK, US: Oral diseases and depression are both projected to rise in prevalence over the coming decades, and recent findings suggest the two may be ...

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Swedish university receives funding boost to expand holistic dental health research

MALMÖ, Sweden: A forward thinking, transdisciplinary oral health research hub at Malmö University has received a welcome funding injection from ...

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Researchers in the UK and India aim to combat antibiotic overprescription in dentistry

LEEDS, England: While antibiotics remain essential for treating infectious diseases, their global efficacy is declining owing to the rise of antimicrobial ...

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Bias in dentistry and how it shapes the way dental professionals care for patients

Bias is an intrinsic aspect of human cognition, and healthcare professionals—including those in dentistry—are not immune to its influence. Understanding...

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Hypnosis—a useful complementary tool for oral health professionals?

MONTREAL, Canada: Hypnosis, long associated with stage performances and entertainment, is drawing attention for its clinical applications in the field of ...

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Five things AI cannot replace in dentistry—and why clinicians still matter

Artificial intelligence (AI) has seen a rapid surge in popularity and accessibility in dentistry, and more broadly in healthcare. Publicly available AI ...

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Researchers develop dental floss capable of measuring stress

MEDFORD, Mass., US: Stress can present as a wide range of physical, emotional and social symptoms, such as irritability, headache, anxiety and elevated ...

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Odne completes successful financing round for US market expansion

DÜBENDORF, Switzerland: Swiss dental innovator Odne has announced the closing of a successful financing round, having raised CHF 4.2 million (€4.5 ...

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