Growing evidence suggests that when compared with the general population, patients with diabetes face increased risk for periodontal diseases—which, in turn, is believed to adversely affect blood glucose levels.

Tulane University School of Public Health in New Orleans and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston suggest a link between losing two or more teeth in middle age and increased risk for cardiovascular disease.

Paulsen, Peters lead bipartisan letter to Lighthizer with the support of 40 lawmakers from both parties.

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) will host its 95th Annual Conference from June 20-23 in Columbus, OH.

The Swiss Dental Journal has published a special issue devoted to the life and work of Dr. Hans R. Mühlemann, a pioneer in the research of caries and periodontitis.

Oral Health America (OHA) has been awarded a grant in the amount of $667,000 from the DentaQuest Foundation (DQF).

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a statement to provide oral healthcare professionals with clear, and consistent guidelines on the best way to reprocess dental handpieces.

SDI (North America), Inc is pleased to announce the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given registration approval to market Riva Star in the USA.

Oral Health America (OHA) today published a national report examining factors impacting the oral health of older adults. With an expected 72.1 million seniors living in the United States by 2030, OHA’s A State of Decay, Vol. IV, …

Both Programs Compared Prevented Cavities, But One Combining Techniques Linked with Less Decay