A recent study explored the use of experiential service learning — an approach that encourages students to apply their knowledge base as well as critical thinking to effectively manage a community health problem — in dental education,…

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo (UB) in New York explored the connection between periodontal diseases and diabetes, discovering an effective strategy to reduce inflammation among patients with diabetes.…

The New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry is launching a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene With a Concentration in Dental Science, offering students a versatile path for careers in dental hygiene and providing a foundation for…

Researchers have identified a new antibiotic, zosurabalpin, that shows promise in effectively killing carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB), a drug-resistant superbug. CRAB is a major concern globally as it causes severe…

A dental hygienist known on TikTok as @jessica_marierdhap created a video to help those who visit nail salons ensure the instruments used are sterilized. She shows a package of instruments within a plastic pouch as is typically seen in nail…

Nebraska Medicaid, in collaboration with dental professionals statewide, plans significant enhancements to dental care effective January 1, 2024. The proposed changes target expanded services and increased efficiency for Medicaid…

Harold C. Slavkin, DDS, a tremendous contributor to dental education, dental research, and oral health promotion, passed away on December 22, 2023. A professor emeritus and dean emeritus at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry,…

In a recent special election in Brigham City, Utah, residents voted overwhelmingly to retain fluoride in their water supply. Proposition 3, which aimed to remove fluoride from the drinking water of the 20,000-strong community, was defeated.…

The state of Utah faces a paradoxical challenge in dental care despite having a high number of dentists per capita. Eighteen out of 29 counties in Utah are designated as dental health professional shortage areas, with 35 high-needs clinics…

A recent study of Saudi Arabian children investigated the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) in alleviating pain and anxiety during dental procedures. Contrary to common belief, the results challenged the notion that VR significantly…