Crohn's Disease Increases Risk of Dental Caries It is a common theory that people with Crohn's disease are at increased risk for dental caries and other oral health problems, but little research has been conducted on this association—until…

Study Shows Marijuana Use Affects Brain Size and Shape The recreational use of marijuana by young adults may alter the size and shape of their brains—specifically, regions that impact emotion and motivation—according to new research…

System Shows Promise for Treatment of Periodontitis A new system for classifying periodontal diseases has been devised by researchers at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) in New York. The system, which promises to help clinicians…

FitGrip has officially launched May 1, Chicago, IL — The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) applauds the creation of a dental hygiene therapist (DHT) in Maine. Maine Governor Paul LePage signed the bill into law on April 28,…

FitGrip has officially launched York, Pennsylvania – April 15, 2014 – DENTSPLY Professional is pleased to introduce Cavitron® FITGRIP™ Ultrasonic Inserts. For dental professionals seeking improved comfort and performance,…

NEW Thin Tip Ultrasonic Inserts 25 kHz Big Easy® and Resin Handle Styles April 30, Plymouth Meeting, PA — Now available from Premier® Dental Products Company are 25 kHz ultrasonic inserts in a thin tip style. The new design

ClearCorrect's Next Generation Treatment Setup Thursday April 24 — ClearCorrect recently finished beta testing their new and improved treatment setup, which includes improved features such as virtual models for every step of treatment, 3D…

ADA Foundation Announces New Semi annual Grant Opportunity to Nonprofits Working to Improve Oral Health in their Communities Application deadline is July 31 Chicago, April 25, 2014 – The ADA Foundation (ADAF) invites U.S. based nonprofit…

Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine Professor Elected President of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry Melissa Marcheson FORT LAUDERDALE DAVIE, Fla. – Melissa A. Marchesan, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., associate professor…

Mouth Problem? There’s an app for that ADA offers new oral pathologist diagnostic aid CHICAGO, April 17, 2014 — The new American Dental Association (ADA) Oral Pathologist app is a handy tool to aid dentists in the diagnosis of