U.S. Fluoride Fight: Kennedy vs. Dentists
2025-07-13
Amid a national debate over drinking water fluoridation, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is taking steps to change public oral health
tooth decay
McGill Dentistry Pioneers AI Treatments and Cancer Genetic Screening
2025-07-11
Imagine your next visit to the dentist, where you might wear a virtual reality headset to distract yourself, have your treatment plan generated by artificial
How Often Should You Floss? Consistency Is Key
2025-07-11
Flossing is often overlooked among the healthy habits we’re advised to adopt every day. While brushing may seem like a thorough job, cleaning between teeth
New ToothPASTE Program Helps Autistic Kids Improve Oral Health
2025-07-10
A new free online support programme, ToothPASTE, is now available to help parents of children with autism manage their children’s oral health more effectively, reducing
Cornwall Expands Children’s Toothbrushing Scheme to Help Improve Oral Health
2025-07-09
Thousands of children in Cornwall are set to benefit from an expanded dental care programme. Local health chiefs say the scheme, called the Big Brush
Plymouth Councillors Urge More Dental Students to Tackle Dentist Shortage
2025-07-09
In response to the ongoing dental crisis, three Plymouth MPs – Luke Pollard, Fred Thomas and Rebecca Smith – wrote to Health Secretary Wes Streeting,
Florida Children Face Serious Tooth Decay; Experts Urge More Prevention
2025-07-08
Holding a photo of her 6-year-old son, Jayden’s (pseudonym) mother told me: “He smiles in every school photo.” But in fact, Jayden’s front teeth are
NHS Dental Reform: Pay Rise & Focus on Urgent Care
2025-07-08
The National Health Service (NHS) has announced that it will temporarily increase the remuneration that dentists receive for treating patients who need it most, as
Experts Warn: Don’t Neglect Dental Care During Pregnancy
2025-07-08
When a woman first confirms she is pregnant, she often anticipates the many prenatal visits that will follow, but few people consider dental checkups to
Mental and Oral Health: A Hidden Crisis Link
2025-07-02
People with severe mental health problems often face multiple challenges, but one that is often overlooked but critical is that their oral health is significantly
60% of Korean 12-Year-Olds Have Tooth Decay, Urgent Oral Health Action Needed
2025-07-02
Recently, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KDCA) released a 2024 children’s oral health survey report, which showed that 6 out of every
Cincinnati School Dental Program Pioneers Campus Micro-Dental Clinic
2025-07-02
On the wall of Dr. Ana Novais’ office, a bulletin board is covered with thank-you cards from patients telling of their relief from toothache and