The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $727 million to 143 community health centers across the country to address construction and

Scientists seeking to predict a person’s risk for developing dental caries by identifying the presence of harmful oral bacteria have to date identified only about

1-800-DENTIST has announced a new tool in the fight against cavity-causing soft drinks. The company is providing parents with a list of beverages to replace

Lying appears to create a desire for mouthwash, according to researchers from the University of Michigan (Psychological Science, September 7, 2010). “The references to ‘dirty

Crest has introduced the newest addition to the Crest Pro-Health product line: Pro-Health Complete Rinse with fluoride. “Crest Pro-Health Complete Rinse provides benefits for your

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Gum disease can be safely treated during pregnancy and appears to significantly reduce the risk of premature birth associated with

Jeff Davis has been named CEO of Orabrush, which markets a tongue cleaner the company says helps cure bad breath. Davis joins Orabrush after retiring

In response to an application by Wrigley, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved a health claim that xylitol-, sorbitol-, and mannitol-based sugar-free chewing

Having declared a pertussis epidemic in July, the California Department of Public Health is recommending that all healthcare personnel, particularly those who have direct contact

A new study in the Journal of the American Dental Association (October 2010, Vol. 141:10, pp. 1250-1256) confirms the safety and efficacy of a new,

Midmark has launched its latest dental sterilizer promotion, with up to $1,000 in rebate offers. The promotion, which runs from October 1 through December 31,