Ava Barros[email protected]InsuranceThis is how many seniors lack dental coverageThis number of U.S. adults age 55 and older lack dental insurance, according to a new white paper.June 6, 2025Public HealthWho is most vulnerable to dental misinformation?Members of Generation Z and millennials may be more likely to believe dental health misinformation like false facts about fluoride in drinking water shared on social media, according to a survey conducted by the American Association of Endodontists.June 5, 2025Imaging & CAD/CAMCBCT helps ID pathologies in potential implant patientsImaging, specifically cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), may improve dental implant planning and lower the risk of complications by identifying pathologies before procedures, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.June 5, 2025Imaging & CAD/CAMFossil scans may explain modern-day tooth sensitivityScans of ancient fish revealed that the sensitive inner layer of teeth may have developed from sensory tissues in the protective armor of these fish, which may explain the high sensitivity of today’s teeth.June 5, 2025Imaging & CAD/CAMWhat gastric acid does to 3D-printed denturesIn patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease, 3D-printed denture base resin tooth combinations may be more successful than CAD/CAM-milled resin.June 5, 2025SedationDental care under anesthesia offers a surprising pro for kidsPreschool-age children who undergo dental treatment under general anesthesia may experience better oral health-related quality of life, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.June 4, 2025PeriodonticsRestoring this vitamin may mitigate periodontal risksA deficiency of this vitamin may increase the risk of periodontal disease by increasing the expression of the enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-9 in gingival crevicular fluid.June 3, 2025InsuranceOver 25% of U.S. adults don't have dental insuranceApproximately 27% of U.S. adults, or about 72 million people, do not have dental insurance. This lack of coverage may contribute to worsening overall health, according to a report released by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.June 2, 2025ImplantsHealth of an implant may start with its screwBacteria trapped in the internal cover screw chamber of dental implants during surgery may play a role in shaping the peri-implant microbiome and whether it will remain healthy.May 30, 2025Public HealthWhat patients don't understand about oral healthAmong U.S. adults, awareness of the link between oral health and other medical conditions has declined compared to 2024, according to the Delta Dental "2025 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."May 29, 2025Page 1 of 36Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesIowa dental board gives dentist a warning over allegations of incompetenceIowa state regulators have issued a warning to a Central Iowa dentist over competency concerns, raising red flags about patient care.Oral-Systemic LinkHow frequently you buy medicine may affect your oral healthPractice SalesHarnessing AI to increase EBITDA in your dental practicePodcastsThe art of customer service in dentistry with Dr. Roger Levin, Part 1Sponsor ContentJoin Us Tuesday, June 17 at 8 p.m. ET
