Saliva testing may mark periodontitis progression
2026-02-10
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have found that measuring proteins in saliva may offer an easy way to monitor periodontitis
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Not enough dentists follow guidelines to address caries
2026-02-10
Pediatric dentists in the U.S. use pharmacological approaches like silver diamine fluoride to address early caries but rarely adopt other chronic disease management strategies like
AI applications on the rise in clear aligner therapy
2026-02-10
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clear aligner therapy is growing, offering opportunities for improved efficiency, accuracy, and predictability in orthodontic planning, reports a
Clinical tip: What you need to know about platelet-rich fibrin
2026-02-10
This week, Dr. Doug Smail returns with another great and timely clinical tip to benefit many dental patients. The CDOCS faculty member is here this
Is VPR or face scans better for smile design?
2026-02-10
There may be notable differences in the trueness and precision of facial scans (FS) compared to virtual patient representations (VPR), according to a study recently
Restoring aesthetics and durability in a bruxism case
2026-02-10
In the realm of restorative dentistry, patients suffering from bruxism pose a unique challenge when it comes to achieving a balance between durability and aesthetics.
An easy way to extend teeth whitening
2026-02-10
Over-the-counter (OTC) whitening strips (WS) may be an effective way to enhance and prolong the whitening results of in-office treatments, according to research published on
Antacids may wreck dental restorations
2026-02-10
Liquid antacids that contain substances, including calcium carbonate, used to ease gastrointestinal conditions like acid reflux may significantly damage dental restorations. The report was published
Surprising factors that may cause more caries in kids
2026-02-10
Factors including sex, unhealthy lifestyles, and problematic internet use (PIU) may significantly increase the risk of caries in pediatric patients, according to research recently published
How obesity can negatively affect orthodontics
2026-02-10
A higher body mass index (BMI) may affect orthodontic treatment (OT) by altering craniofacial development and periodontal response. This review study was recently published in
What the tooth fairy is shelling out for lost teeth
2026-02-10
Money appears to be tight for the tooth fairy. For the second consecutive year, the average value of a single lost tooth in the U.S.
Advancements in periodontal and peri-implant disease classification: Insights from Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz
2026-02-10
Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, a distinguished figure in periodontics, has an extensive educational and professional background. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and completed