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Why this patch could be the future of ulcer treatment.

A better way to treat mouth ulcers

Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

Community water fluoridation has been around for 70 years, but not much research has been conducted over the last several decades. A new study provides contemporary evidence on the topic.

Study confirms water fluoridation prevents tooth decay in children and teens

The petition targets seven manufacturers of oral care products that are proven to cause tooth erosion.

Dentist creates petition to stop sales of dangerously acidic dry mouth products

Student and professional researchers have until Oct. 5, 2018, to submit their abstracts and clinical cases.

AO accepting research abstracts for 2019 Annual Meeting

The 10-year data reported exceptional long-term clinical results.

Clinical research presents 100 percent implant and prosthetic survival with OsseoSpeed implants

Taking a look at the role the dental industry plays in the opioid overdose crisis and what dentists can do about it. 

Dentistry and the opioid epidemic: what you need to know

How bioactives provide economical, long-lasting restorations

9 Uses of ACTIVA for Successful Long-Term Restorations

Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS, believes dentistry is no longer just about fixing teeth. Dentistry is oral medÂ­icine. Her work helps dental professionals embrace the opportunities and understand the metrics that accurate insurance coding provides. The ADA recognized her expertise by inviting her to write a chapter in its CDT 2017 Companion book and again for its CDT 2018 Companion. She is the author of the DentalCodeology series of easy-to-read, bite-size books. Her latest book, "Teledentistry: Pathway to Pathology" was co-written with Cindy Purdy, RDH, BS. She can be reached at patti@dentalcodeology.com.

Though unintentional, the prescribing patterns of dentists can contribute to allergic reactions and antibiotic overuse. 

Are dentists contributing to antibiotic overuse?

A team of researchers analyzed nine toothpastes on the market that claimed to have desensitizing or anti-erosive properties.

Study shows toothpaste alone doesn’t protect enamel or prevent erosion

New research shows a link between middle-aged tooth loss and an increased cardiovascular disease risk.


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