An Atlanta dentist has invented a pressure-washing device for teeth and periodontal tissue called CLEARsmile, and now he is raising money to bring it to

The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is offering resources to the dental community to help support compliance efforts for safe infection prevention practices.

Improving the oral health of people with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and cardiovascular disease can reduce healthcare costs, according to a study

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued final guidance for developers of mobile medical applications. The agency intends to exercise enforcement discretion (meaning

Oral-B has launched its Oral-B App that connects with any Oral-B power brush for guiding brushing routines. The app is meant to help users quantify

Xlear is now offering Spry Gems, mint candies sweetened with xylitol. Spry Gems have no added acids and come in several flavors, including cinnamon, spearmint,

As part of NASCAR race week in Chicago September 14-15, the ADA’s Give Kids A Smile program held special oral health events at Chicagoland Speedway

Philips Sonicare has added new power toothbrush to its product line, the FlexCare Platinum. Sonicare FlexCare Platinum addresses aggressive brushing with an intuitive Pressure Sensor

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) and Tulsa Health Department have officially connected one case of hepatitis C to the office of oral surgeon

Wisconsin’s Lac du Flambeau Native American tribe has developed an accredited tribal-technical college dental hygiene program. Nicolet College in Minocqua, in association with the Peter

United Health Products has received formal notification of allowance by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its patent application for a hemostatic gauze product,

An orthodontist summoned before the Arkansas State Board of Examiners last week is defending his offering of prophylaxes at one of his practices, saying it