A new study indicates dental therapists practicing in the Yukon-Kuskokwim (YK) Delta region of Alaska are achieving intended outcomes, expanding access to care, helping to prevent oral disease, and improving quality of life.

Patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) have increased periodontal disease, despite practicing ideal oral hygiene, according to a study published in Pediatric Rheumatology.  

Today, treatment modalities can assist with the stimulation of tissue formation after dental surgical procedures.

Dental caries remains a public health concern. In the United States, it is the most common chronic disease of childhood.

Sunstar Americas, Schaumburg, Illinois, has announced the launch of 4 new GUM® Hydral™ Dry Mouth Relief products.

Patients experiencing newly diagnosed chronic musculoskeletal pain are prescribed opioids more often than other nonpharmacologic approaches during their first physician visit a new National Institutes of Health (NIH) study reports.

Root coverage surgery is usually used in lieu of restorative cervical bonding of teeth with noncarious cervical lesions and shallow cervical caries. When a tooth needs root coverage and restorative treatment, restorative procedures should…

Parents and caregivers can help promote the benefits of ideal oral health to children during National Children’s Dental Health Month, which kicks off February 1.

Caries remains a significant problem for both children and adults. But minimally invasive tactics offer a fresh approach to fighting this transmissible disease.

Dental hygiene icon foresees a continuing upward trajectory for the profession.