The latest ADA Health Policy Institute report shows a decline in dentists’ economic confidence in Q2 2025, despite steady consumer spending on dental care. Rising supply costs, stagnant reimbursements, and staffing shortages continue to put…

Full-arch implant prostheses deliver survival rates above 90% over 10 to 15 years, but biological and technical complications increase with time. Regular maintenance visits are essential to manage risks, ensure prosthetic function, and…

Nearly one in three young adults did not access professional dental care in the past year, according to a new national study. The findings highlight urgent policy and practice challenges as cost, lack of insurance, and broader life…

A quality improvement program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia increased fluoride varnish application rates from 3.7% to 30.5% across its pediatric network, far surpassing its 20% target. The intervention proved effective across all…

Two leading dental organizations have joined forces to deliver evidence-based guidance on preventing and managing peri-implant diseases. The new consensus provides stepwise treatment strategies, risk factor insights, and practical tools to…

Before recommending full-arch rehabilitation, clinicians must carefully weigh medical, lifestyle, and psychosocial factors that influence long-term success.

Pediatric hospitals use creativity, comfort, and connection to calm young patients, and these same approaches could transform the adult dental experience. By borrowing child-focused strategies, dental teams can reduce fear, improve…