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2016-12-28Bizarre Dental StoriesHISTORY IS FULL of outrageous tales about teeth! How many of these dental facts have you heard before? The Dental Woes That Won the Battle Of Yorktown? During the…
2016-12-21Dental Fillings LifespanYOU MAY BE SURPRISED TO LEARN that dental fillings don’t last forever! While they are extremely durable and can last years, there will come a time when they will have to…
2016-12-07Dental FAQsWANT TO KNOW what our patients have been asking us? Here are the top five frequently asked questions we get at our practice! #1: “How often do I actually need to visit…
2016-11-30Calcium NeedsWE’VE ALL HEARD calcium builds strong bones and is key to preventing osteoporosis. But did you know taking in the right amount of calcium also has a huge effect on our…
2016-11-23Plaque vs. TartarWE OFTEN GET THE QUESTION from our patients, “What’s the difference between plaque and tartar?” Many people think they are the same thing. There is an important…
2016-11-16Smoking RisksDID YOU KNOW that smoking is the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the United States? It’s well known that smoking can lead to a number of lung-related…
2016-11-09Tooth Enamel CareTOOTH ENAMEL IS THE hardest substance in the human body. But don’t let that fool you–it’s far from invincible. In fact, there are things you may be doing on a regular…
2016-11-02Diabetes and Your Oral HealthDIABETES IS ONE OF THE MOST prevalent chronic diseases today. In fact, 29.1 million people in the U.S. have diabetes and millions more living with the condition don’t…
2016-10-26Pumpkin & Oral Health‘TIS THE SEASON FOR everything pumpkin. As the poster child of fall, pumpkin doesn’t just star in our autumnal decorations, it shows up on our menus too. And as far as…
2016-10-12Game Day SnacksMANY FAMILIES AND FRIENDS gather together on a weekly basis to watch their favorite teams go head to head. And while people come to watch the game, we all know what…
2016-10-05Dental Emergency PrepACCIDENTS ALWAYS SEEM to happen when we least expect them. When those accidents involve tooth damage, it’s important to know what steps to take. Being prepared before a…
Dentistry news
New in dentistry, from around the world
Headlines about new dental research, technology and care, from outside publishers. Each link opens the original article. Opinions are theirs, not ours, and this is general information, not medical advice. [confirm the practice approves these news sources]
- Dentists share oral health tips ahead of Halloween as National Brush Teeth Day approaches Read at the source ↗
- Scientists discover that cranberry juice may help fight tooth decay Cranberry juice may offer an unexpected benefit beyond its reputation for helping prevent urinary tract infections: protecting teeth from decay. Researchers at the University of Illinois… Read at the source ↗
- Rare gene variants linked to dental differences that shape our smiles Rare variants in a gene involved in early development have been linked to a range of dental differences in people, including missing teeth, unusual tooth shapes and teeth present at birth.… Read at the source ↗
- School of Dentistry now prepping students with complete digital workflow from day 1 Read at the source ↗
- A simple liquid can stop cavities without drilling, major study confirms A simple liquid painted onto teeth in seconds can stop cavities without drilling, injections, or anesthesia, according to a major clinical trial involving young children. The inexpensive… Read at the source ↗
- Digital Dentistry is the New Standard: CU Anschutz Dental Is Shaping What's Next Read at the source ↗
- Dental VIP Summit 2027 to Advance Dental Innovation and Investment Read at the source ↗
- Dental implants can hijack your immune system, scientists discover Researchers have uncovered a surprising reason dental implant infections often resist antibiotics: the implants themselves can contribute to the problem. Bacteria corrode titanium implants,… Read at the source ↗
- One tooth, six clues: How a single tooth can help in identifying deceased persons A single tooth can contain valuable clues to a person's identity, even when remains are severely decomposed or reduced to bones, according to a study by researchers at the Institute of… Read at the source ↗
- Drug could help protect salivary glands during radiation treatment Researchers at the University of Missouri have uncovered a promising way to protect saliva-producing glands from radiation damage that can make it difficult to eat, swallow, sleep and… Read at the source ↗
- URochester’s response to an ‘oral health crisis’ Read at the source ↗
- Cranberry juice may be a boon for oral hygiene Boil them, mash them, simmer them in a sauce. Whether they're sweetening a salad, garnishing a cocktail or brightening up home decor, cranberries are an iconic ingredient in holiday… Read at the source ↗
Last updated: 2026-10-31