Toothbrushing habits may be associated with several chronic disease outcomes, suggesting it could play a preventive role in overall systemic health. This study was recently published in BMC Oral ...

With dentists as the frontline against biofilm, technology-forward dental practices can catch it sooner, writes Dr. Lou Shuman.

VCS Medical’s oral topical anesthetic spray DentalJect has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance. It uses a quick, drug-free cryogenic burst to numb areas of the mouth. DentalJect ...

DSN Software has launched DSN Imaging, a fully cloud-based platform for managing 3D dental images. The platform is designed to allow practices to store, view, and manipulate cone-beam computed ...

A Colorado dentist who allegedly used an illegal tax shelter to conceal $5 million from the IRS was sentenced on June 17 to prison, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Dr. Ryan Ulibarri ...

When used in school-based dental programs, silver diamine fluoride may offer better long-term caries treatment than atraumatic restorative treatment.

Synchrony and its health financing arm CareCredit have launched their fair financing principles initiative to improve transparency and education around healthcare financing.

Theodent has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its Rennou Varnish, making it the first fluoride-free cavity varnish approved for professional use in the U.S., Theodent ...

The parents of a man who died due to complications related to anesthesia administration during a dental implant placement are seeking changes to state law to make procedures safer.

West Virginia University (WVU) researchers are testing clear plastic dental aligners made with “shape memory” material, offering a potential alternative to metal braces, according to a WVU press ...

Researchers have developed a new floss pick with smart technology that can detect cortisol, a hormone released during stressful periods, according to a story recently published in Tufts Now.

DentalInsurance.com has expanded its selection of preferred provider organization (PPO) dental plans that offer higher annual maximum benefits.