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Poor oral health associated with a higher risk of liver cancer, study suggests

BELFAST, UK: It remains controversial whether poor oral health is independently linked to the development of gastro-intestinal cancers, because of potential...

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New medical device may help reduce opioid use and prescription

CLOSTER, N.J., U.S.: Many dental professionals have recognized the benefits of using cryotherapy for oral pain management and swelling relief in dentistry, ...

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Health organization stresses role of dentists in curbing opioid epidemic

BLOOMFIELD, Conn., U.S.: At the 2019 International Association for Dental Research General Session and Exhibition held on June 19–22 in Vancouver, British...

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Study evaluates staining properties of tobacco products

LONDON, UK: Studies by scientists at British American Tobacco (BAT) have shown that aerosol from potentially reduced-risk products (PRRPs), such as vapour ...

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Poor oral hygiene may impair training and athletic performance

GENEVA, Switzerland: With the summer sports season in full swing, FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) has partnered with Sunstar to release a series of sports...

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Study examines correlation between maternal dental anxiety and oral health status of children

MURADNAGAR, India: Many people with dental anxiety avoid regular visits to the dentist, which in turn can lead to a deterioration in their oral health and ...

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New study focuses on dentists’ occupational health

MORGANTOWN, W.Va., U.S.: Something often overlooked in dentistry is the occupational health risks to practitioners. In a new study, researchers from West ...

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Study grants announced for Indigenous oral health students

MELBOURNE, Australia: Offering dental professionals who are in the midst of further education assistance with their journey is something that can only be ...

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Webinar to focus on soft-tissue management

NEW YORK. U.S.: Minimally invasive dentistry has well and truly become a mainstream idea, and dental professionals around the world are dedicating countless...

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EssenSeal: A new-generation root canal sealer

VEVEY, Switzerland: Introduced by Swiss endodontic company Produits Dentaires (PD) at the 2019 International Dental Show, EssenSeal is an innovative sealer ...

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Interview: "The future of dentistry will be digital"

As the operator of his own dental practice in the German town of Laer and a member of the Digital Dental Academy in Berlin, Dr Hendrik Zellerhoff is clearly...

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Organized Dentistry Coalition supports raising tobacco purchasing age to 21

WASHINGTON, U.S.: The Organized Dentistry Coalition (ODC), which encompasses the efforts of the American Dental Association (ADA) members, staff and ...

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Genetics a focus at the European Orthodontic Society Congress in Nice

NICE, France: The 95th European Orthodontic Society (EOS) Congress is taking place this week, from 17 to 22 June, at the Nice Acropolis Convention Centre in...

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Dental journalism recognised by Australian Dental Association

SYDNEY, Australia: Journalism plays a key role as a catalyst for change within society and journalists have been pivotal in bringing stories about some of ...

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Nobel Biocare getting ready to reshape implant dentistry

ZURICH, Switzerland: From 27 to 29 June, the Spanish capital of Madrid will play host to the 2019 Nobel Biocare Global Symposium. At this event, dentists ...

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Review shows distraction techniques may reduce dental anxiety

BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil: Dental anxiety is globally regarded as a public health concern owing to its effects on an individual’s oral health and quality of ...

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Prevention 0: The best way to prevent peri-implant disease?

The philosophy of prevention in all medical professions is increasing from a global perspective. In fact, prevention of chronic non-communicable diseases, ...

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Tested and Reviewed, Part 5: DENTTABS tooth cleaning tablets

When it comes to toothbrushing, consumers and dentists are confronted with such a vast range of choices and new products entering the market on a monthly ...

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Dates set for second TPAO congress

COLOGNE, Germany: InviSolution, a digital orthodontic treatment support company for Invisalign-certified orthodontists, is preparing for the second ...

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Orthodontic treatment not associated with overall happiness, study finds

ADELAIDE, Australia: Research undertaken at the University of Adelaide has examined whether an orthodontic treatment has an impact on psychosocial outcomes....

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Study links undetected glucose disorders with periodontitis

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: The need for greater interdisciplinary communication among healthcare professionals is becoming increasingly evident. A recent study, for...

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Align Technology awards research grants

SAN JOSE, Calif., US: Align Technology has awarded US$250,000 (€222,000) in research grants as part of its annual research award programme, which seeks to...

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Researchers use snowflakes to explain tooth enamel formation

HELSINKI, Finland: Researchers from the University of Helsinki and Aalto University in Finland have used the snowflake formation process as a way to explain...

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American Academy of Pediatrics updates sedation guidelines

WASHINGTON, U.S.: The death of a 4-year-old boy while under sedation at an Oklahoma dental office last month has brought into question the guidelines around...

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Primary teeth reveal unknown group of ancient people

CAMBRIDGE, UK: Scientists have recently found two primary teeth buried deep in a remote archaeological site in north-eastern Siberia. The discovery has ...

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New Zealand government faces growing criticism over limited access to dental care

DUNEDIN, New Zealand: The University of Otago in New Zealand has recently reopened its multimillion-dollar dental school, the only one in the country. The ...

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The KATANA Zirconia Block—Clinical experiences from Italy

Earlier this year, Kuraray Noritake Dental invited dental professionals from all over Europe to a symposium in Berlin in Germany that highlighted the newest...

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Study introduces new surgical guide for placement of zygomatic implants

BOLOGNA, Italy/FORT LEE, N.J., US: Dental patients who show a deficiency of bone volume cannot be treated with root-form dental implants. Thus, new ...

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Scientists examine transparent teeth of deep-sea dragonfish

SAN DIEGO, U.S.: Researchers have recently looked into the transparent dragonfish teeth in order to analyze their structure, composition, and mechanical ...

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Throat cancer study compares treatments for improved swallowing

LONDON, Ontario, Canada: With the rise of the human papillomavirus (HPV) and cases of oropharyngeal cancer doubling since the 1990s, treatment methods are ...

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