Tooth Loss Linked to Cognitive DeclineResearchers at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM) linked tooth loss and periodontitis to cognitive decline in an extensive study published in the Journal of the American…

Hydrogel May Offer Breakthrough Treatment for Severe Cleft PalatePreliminary results from tests conducted on a hydrogel material indicate treatment for severe cleft palates could be carried out without the need for complex surgery.Cleft…

Periodontitis Treatment May Lower Glucose Levels in Type 2 DiabetesResearchers in Scotland report that routine dental treatment can reduce blood glucose levels in people who have both type 2 diabetes and preexisting gum disease. After…

Intranasal Anesthetics Offer Alternative to NeedlesRecent research shows a common local anesthetic, when administered as nose drops or nasal spray, could lead to a new generation of intranasal drugs for noninvasive treatment for dental…

DISCUS DENTAL ANNOUNCES NEW WEBSITE AND E COMMERCE PLATFORMInspired by Customer Input, the New Discus E Commerce Site Delivers a Quicker, Easier Online Shopping and Learning Experience for Dental ProfessionalsCulver City, CA – Discus…

LISTERINE® “This Is Your Mouth” Documentary to Benefit America’s Toothfairy® The makers of LISTERINE® Antiseptic introduce “This Is Your Mouth,” a new documentary narrated by award winning actor Neil Patrick Harris (CBS’ How…

New GUM® PerioBalance® Daily Dental Probiotic Clinically Shown to Improve Gum Health in 28 daysDaily Dental Probiotic is a Breakthrough in Oral Health CareNow available nationally at major drugstores CHICAGO – Over 50 percent of…

Discover the toothy side of the animal kingdom at ‘Jaws and Paws’ Day at the National Museum of DentistryBALTIMORE, MD — Discover the world of animal teeth during Jaws and Paws, a family festival devoted to our furry friends and

OSAP TEAMS WITH FDI TO IMPROVE GLOBAL PATIENT SAFETY STANDARDSANNAPOLIS, MD   April 28, 2010 ? The Organization for Safety & Asepsis Procedures (OSAP) has partnered with the FDI World Dental Federation to conduct an official review…

Recognizing a True Pioneer   Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is pleased to announce the establishment of the ESTHER WILKINS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD in recognition of outstanding contributions to the oral healthcare profession. It is…