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New study sheds light on discrimination of dental patients in Syrian clinics

DAMASCUS, Syria: As health workers, dentists are occasionally placed at risk of disease transmission, since they are exposed to bloodborne infections of ...

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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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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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One in four Americans lacks dental insurance, ADA urges wider preventive coverage

CHICAGO, US: Despite growing recognition of the importance of oral health to overall health, access to dental care remains out of reach for millions of ...

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Younger generations increasingly vulnerable to online dental misinformation

CHICAGO, US: A new report commissioned by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has confirmed rising concerns about the influence of online ...

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Future-ready dental graduates: Embracing the next wave of digital transformation in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia: Encompassing innovations such as virtual care, remote monitoring, mobile health apps and artificial intelligence (AI), digital health ...

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Children’s dental health imperilled by US fluoride bans

BOSTON, US: Among the countless controversial aspects of Donald Trump’s current tenure as the US president, the commitment by Secretary of Health and ...

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Sugary baby pouches under increasing critical scrutiny in the UK

LONDON, England: The commercial baby food industry powerfully shapes early childhood nutrition in the UK and globally. Despite its trusted image, its ...

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“The future of the EFP is extremely bright”

As the global conversation around oral health continues to evolve, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) is playing an increasingly influential ...

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Report underscores significant health and financial benefits of sugar-free gum consumption

LONDON, England: While chewing gum may be considered a somewhat undesirable habit, sugar-free varieties have been proved to be highly beneficial for oral ...

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Hong Kong’s government dental clinics begin filling teeth

HONG KONG: A rapidly ageing population and widening wealth gap are contributing to an urgent need for affordable access to dental services in Hong Kong. On ...

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HKU researchers launch world’s first AI-based oral oncology clinic

HONG KONG: Oral cancer remains a significant global health concern, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen prevention efforts and promote early ...

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Blood pressure checks begin at Essex NHS dental clinics

CHELMSFORD, England: The public-facing nature of dentistry has led to clinicians becoming increasingly involved in caring for patients’ systemic health, ...

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Women disproportionately affected by UK dental crisis, new report shows

LONDON, England: The UK dental crisis is a highly significant public health issue, having escalated in recent years owing to continued reductions in ...

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Oral microbiota may serve as a biomarker for early autism screening

HONG KONG: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a global public health concern. Early identification and timely support for children with ASD can significantly...

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NHS overhaul sparks fears for dental public health

LONDON, England: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to abolish National Health Service (NHS) England, aiming to integrate its functions ...

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Oral health under threat from climate change, says new study

NEW DELHI, India: While the effects of climate change on general health are well documented, its impact on oral health remains less explored. A new scoping ...

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One in seven 12-year-olds in Germany suffer from MIH

VIENNA, Austria: Molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) has a significantly high global prevalence, affecting around 14% of the world’s population, and ...

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Driving diversity in the dental industry: An interview with community-minded endodontist Dr Chanelle Small

In today’s interconnected world, networking is crucial for personal and professional success because building strong relationships, fostering meaningful ...

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“A happy mouth is a happy mind”: FDI highlights the link between oral and mental health with a new song

GENEVA, Switzerland: How does oral health affect mental well-being? This World Oral Health Day (WOHD), celebrated globally every year on March 20, FDI World...

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Global perspectives on oral health: Collaborative efforts to tackle a worldwide challenge

LEIPZIG, Germany: Although oral health is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of overall health, significant disparities in access to care and ...

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Semmelweis University highlights severe environmental impact of dentistry

BUDAPEST, Hungary: Research shows that healthcare systems contribute 4.4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and dentistry plays a significant role in this...

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Saving NHS dentistry: Why retaining dentists is the key to survival

LONDON, England: National Health Service (NHS) dentistry is in crisis, and at the heart of the problem is the alarming loss of dental professionals. ...

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Saliva testing could revolutionise periodontitis monitoring, study suggests

PHILADELPHIA, US: Periodontitis is one of the world’s most prevalent health conditions, affecting between 20% and 50% of the global population—roughly ...

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Put your money where your mouth is: EFP calls to unite in prevention

Oral health, being a cornerstone of well-being, is a critical factor in public health systems. The substantial economic burden of managing oral disease has ...

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ICD launches Global Oral Health Leadership Institute

NEW YORK, US: The International College of Dentists (ICD), in partnership with Henry Schein, celebrated the launch of the Global Oral Health Leadership ...

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Healthy Finland Survey: Rising concern over tooth erosion, persistent caries and periodontal disease

KUOPIO, Finland: Although oral health is a critical component of overall well-being, it often remains overlooked in public health. Seeking to gain valuable ...

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Study reveals significant psychosocial challenges among dental administrative staff

EDINBURGH, Scotland: Although the mental health of dentists has received increasing attention since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been little study of ...

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New research article places women’s dental health under the spotlight

Greenville, N.C., US: As Western societies increasingly come to terms with the inequities that have stained their histories, addressing the systematic ...

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NHS dental recovery plan falling short of targets, audit reveals

LONDON, England: The National Audit Office (NAO) has reported significant shortcomings in the dental recovery plan launched by the National Health Service ...

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