According to a study by West Virginia University School of Dentistry researchers, children with higher concentrations of perfluorodecanoic acid are more likely to develop caries than the general pediatric population.

Using e-cigarettes (or vaping) changes the oral microbiome and increases the risk for infection, according to research released by New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry.

The management of patients with cancer before, during, and after treatment presents challenges for oral health professionals. Patients usually present with findings that are either directly related to their cancer (such as leukemia-induced…

Besides cash payments to every American earning less than $75,000 annually, the newly passed CARES Act provides individual Americans with additional benefits. For one, it will be easier to receive unemployment assistance, as the regulations…

MouthWatch recently announced that the latest software upgrades to its TeleDent all-in one teledentistry platform can help dental offices effectively deliver urgent care to their patients during the coronavirus pandemic.

Currently more than 20 states have implemented some form of a shelter in place order, and for the majority, this extends to dental offices as well. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that only emergency treatment be provided.…

As the number of cases of COVID-19 continues to rise at a rapid pace, public health experts warn that a shortage of medical personnel may be on the horizon. New York’s Department of Health is currently asking retired physicians to come back…

Using a mouthguard while playing ice hockey does more than protect the athlete from dental trauma, according to a study that found athletic mouthguard use also reduces the risk of concussion.

Economic relief for many Americans is soon to be on its way. The United States government is planning to send checks or direct deposits (depending on how you filed your 2018 or 2019 taxes) to support all Americans due to the impact of…

Although less invasive and more evidence-based approaches are available for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) some dentists continue to rely on aggressive or costly procedures as a first-line treatment, says a new report from the National…