Third AHEAD symposium invites policymakers, health professionals, and the disability community to the table to discuss improving oral health care for people with disabilities
There’s growing agreement that endodontic infections can lead to periodontal issues, especially when abscess pressures create sinus tracts into the periodontal ligament. However, periodontal diseases rarely cause pulpal necrosis unless the…
Dental hygienists rely on their instruments to provide safe, effective care. Over time, ultrasonic inserts and tips (UITs) can wear down, reducing their efficiency and potentially causing discomfort to patients as well as putting…
Salivary gland damage may soon see a more effective treatment. Researchers aim to regenerate damaged glands using stem cell research and advanced biomedicine.
University of Nebraska dental hygiene students gain hands-on experience treating patients with complex needs in an operating room setting with the hopes of improving the next generation of clinicians’ ability to effectively care for…
Madison, WI – October 15, 2024 – Orascoptic is proud to announce another breakthrough in dental and surgical illumination. Taking our pioneering TruColor technology to a new level, Orascoptic now offers the best overall headlight…
The economics of dental care and the push for routine treatments raise concerns about overdiagnosis. Yet, with periodontal disease and caries widespread in the United States, is the real issue too much care or not enough?
Endodontic-periodontal lesions can mimic one another, making accurate diagnosis crucial for effective treatment. Discovering the different ways the root canal system and periodontium communicate — through lateral canals, dentinal tubules,…