Karie Neeley AndersonPediatricsMissing teeth may make kids targets for bulliesChildren from low-income backgrounds with tooth loss may be nearly twice as likely to be bullied.September 15, 2025OrthodonticsKinder, gentler braces may be on the horizonA clinical trial is underway to evaluate a new way of affixing orthodontic brackets to teeth that is more enamel-friendly.September 3, 2025Alternative Pain TherapiesSensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescueResearchers in India deployed nanobots to treat sensitive teeth, and the preliminary results look promising.August 26, 2025PediatricsPreemies may be predisposed to oral health problemsTeens born very prematurely report more frequent orofacial pain, dental anxiety, and show distinct oral hygiene habits, among other findings, according to research from Malmö University.August 19, 2025Smile DesignHow AI may revamp restorationsArtificial intelligence (AI) can create music, make immersive games, and even aid in the diagnosis of tooth decay. Soon, AI may help make dental fillings, according to a University of Texas at San Antonio news article.August 6, 2025Dental PracticeDig uncovers tooth-adorned baby carriers4,500-year-old canine teeth served decorative, functional purposes for late Neotlithic women.July 23, 2025Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t lieSmoking -- even if it’s temporary -- leaves a lasting mark on teeth, report researchers from Northumbria University.July 3, 2025Hygiene ToolsSoon dental floss may measure stressResearchers 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.June 19, 2025PeriodonticsIs skipping meals the key to healthier gums?Intermittent fasting -- an eating pattern cycling between periods of eating and fasting -- may help soothe gum inflammation and improve other health markers even when oral hygiene is subpar.May 23, 2025Hygiene ToolsA tool that finds caries before x-rays is in the worksA new tool the size of a toothpick may be capable of detecting tooth decay before it shows up on an x-ray and could be the latest tool in the fight against cavities.April 30, 2025Page 1 of 5Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDental center where child died forced to shutter some operationsNorth Carolina ordered a dental surgery center where a toddler underwent surgery and later died to close several rooms due to compliance issues.PediatricsKids with sickle cell disease at greater risk of needing oral healthcareOffice ManagementHow dental practice owners can beat higher operating costsInfection ControlHow smart biomaterials may combat dental infections in the futureInfection ControlAntibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs
