Candibell has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for a device parents can use to track their children’s toothbrushing habits. Truthbrush also allows dentists to
Dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may be linked to periodontal disease, specifically the type of gum damage that results in tooth loss, according to
HIV on its own does not increase the risk of children getting caries. Instead, a weakened immune system, stemming from other diseases, affects cavity prevalence,
A U.K.-based dentist has launched a children’s dental game to create awareness about dental decay and ways to prevent it. Dentist Dr. Buds developed the game
A doctor had to remove a fingernail that became lodged in between the gum tissue and front tooth of a 10-year-old boy, highlighting the need
The Epic Hygiene laser from Biolase meets guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which recommends banning the use of ultrasonic
A recent study showed a statistically significant increase in relative risk and absolute risk of cardiovascular death with the outpatient use of azithromycin when compared
America’s ToothFairy and oral health organization DentaQuest have teamed up on a superhero-themed educational campaign to help children learn about oral health during the COVID-19
The AAPD Foundation has allocated up to $1.6 million to provide all American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) members with one 50-count supply of KN95 masks
The Pokémon Co. has released an oral health and gaming app called Pokémon Smile that encourages children to develop good brushing habits. Pokémon Smile uses
A strain of lactobacilli bacteria that is found in Sichuan pickles may prevent microbes that cause tooth decay and caries, according to a recently published
With quarantine restrictions easing up or lifting entirely in most states throughout the U.S., dental practices have reopened and dentists and their teams have begun