Periodontal disease and tooth decay are the two biggest threats to dental health across the world. With gum disease as the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, it is an undiscussed pandemic. However, it is largely preventable through daily oral health maintenance. Periodontal disease is an infection of the oral tissues that support the […]
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Losing a tooth is more than cosmetic — it affects chewing, bone health, and confidence. While bridges and dentures have long been the standard, dental implants are redefining tooth replacement. This blog explains why implants are rapidly becoming the preferred solution for both patients and clinicians. What Is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is […]
By: General Dentist Paige Kitzing Electrolyte powders have become a go-to solution for hydration, whether you’re working out, recovering from illness, trying to stay energized throughout the day, or, let’s face it, after a night out with too many cocktails. But while they help replenish vital minerals, many people don’t realize they may also be […]
A well-executed All-on-X delivers a fixed, natural-looking smile with restored bite force and long-term stability. Full-arch implant restorations, commonly known as All-on-X, have transformed care for patients facing a future of removable dentures. A well-executed All-on-X delivers a fixed, natural-looking smile with restored bite force and long-term stability. But predictable outcomes don’t happen by accident. […]
By: Bill WIlliams How Dentists Can Boost Business During Slow Summer Months Summer often brings a seasonal slowdown for many dental practices. Families travel, school routines are on pause, and patients tend to postpone non-urgent dental care. But instead of letting productivity dip, proactive dentists can use this time to strengthen their practice and attract […]
Olivia Anderson The ADA and three partner organizations are urging Congress to strengthen federal support for oral health programs and restore senior-level dental leadership within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of the fiscal year 2027 appropriations process. In a joint letter to House and Senate appropriations leaders, the organizations outlined the need […]
A new protein-based gel can regenerate lost enamel—something once considered impossible—and may offer a fluoride-free solution for repairing erosion and sensitivity. Meg Kaiser Key Highlights New gel seeps into tiny cracks and holes, capturing calcium and phosphate ions from saliva to rebuild enamel. The treatment is safe, easy to apply, and designed with both clinicians […]
A rare surgery called osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis, also known as “tooth-in-eye” surgery, was recently performed in Canada for the first time. Dr. Jason Auerbach comments. Sarah Butkovic, MA, BA, DentistryIQ Editors Ian Tibbetts lived without his sight for 16 years due to a freak accident involving flying scrap metal in 1997. But in 2013, he was able […]
Andrew Paul Researchers hope to have their new additive available to the public in the next 2-3 years. Credit: Deposit Photos A protein found in hair and fingernails may help restore enamel. A new, sustainably sourced toothpaste additive may soon transform how we strengthen—and even restore—weakened or lost tooth enamel. However, this potential game changing dentistry ingredient isn’t harvested from rare […]
by: Mary Beth Versaci Expert panel updates imaging safety guidance The American Dental Association no longer recommends using thyroid collars on patients during radiographic exams. Before taking radiographs, dentists should also consider what diagnostic information they need from the images to benefit patient care or substantially improve clinical outcomes, according to updated recommendations developed by […]
