Bacteria may not be the only culprits behind periodontitis. New research suggests a viral component may also play a role in specific cases.

Clinicians need to understand the prenatal and post-natal dietary factors associated with early childhood caries.

For those without dental insurance, a trip to the dental office for routine and preventive oral health care may be out of reach.

Earlier this year, in an effort to protect public health, Jake Manahan, JD, a citizen member of the Minnesota Board of Dentistry, proposed implementing random inspections of dental offices throughout the state.