Dentsply Sirona has confirmed three major entertainment names for its annual DS World Las Vegas event in 2025: Emmy-winning comedian Dana Carvey, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow and OrangeTheory Fitness co-founder Ellen Latham. Carvey will take the stage on Thursday, Sept. 25, at the MGM Grand for a night of comedy, followed by a live performance … Read more
After more than a year without a dentist, Inuvik is now on track to welcome a resident dentist by late fall. During a recent council meeting, Mayor Peter Clarkson said one potential dentist is soon expected to visit the Northwest Territories community to explore housing options. Inuvik’s only dental clinic, the Western Arctic Dental Group, has been closed since May … Read more
As reports mount over high rejection rates and paperwork delays in the federal Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), Health Canada says it is working to improve processing times and support dentists. On July 6, Canadian Affairs reported that Lindy Vanamburg, director general of the Oral Health Branch at Health Canada, said 49 per cent of … Read more
A new Japanese study has found that older adults with abnormal blood test results may also have declining oral health—suggesting a potential link between oral function and the risk of lifestyle-related diseases. The study, published online in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation on April 17, 2025, was led by Professor Mitsuyoshi Yoshida, chair of the … Read more
Tufts University scientists are developing a new kind of dental implant they hope will eventually feel and function like real teeth — right down to sending signals to the brain. “They lack the nerve elements that natural teeth have.” That’s how Dr. Jake Jinkun Chen, professor of periodontology and director of the Division of Oral … Read more
Hudson’s Bay employees have been told they won’t receive severance pay — and they’ve also lost their health, dental and life insurance benefits, The Canadian Press reported. A law firm representing the workers says that because of the company’s significant secured debt, it’s unclear whether employees will be able to recover anything owed to them … Read more
Scientists have developed a novel biomanufacturing method that converts human urine into hydroxyapatite—a high-value, biocompatible mineral commonly used in dental and bone implants. The process, led by researchers at the University of California, Irvine, involves genetically engineered yeast that transforms waste into hydroxyapatite (HAp), a calcium phosphate compound that can also be used to restore … Read more
A recent YouGov survey reveals a generational shift in how Americans approach wisdom tooth removal, with younger adults increasingly challenging the long-standing norm of routine extraction. “In the past few decades, there has been growing evidence that removing undiseased wisdom teeth may have more costs than benefits,” said Alexander Rossell Hayes, senior data scientist at YouGov, who analyzed … Read more
A recent in vitro study shows that adding calcium to energy drinks can reduce enamel erosion, addressing rising dental health concerns in North America. In Canada alone, the energy drinks market is projected to reach approximately US$4.4 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3 per cent starting in 2024. … Read more
The American Dental Association has raised concerns about a dental insurer acquiring a chain of dental practices, warning the move could compromise patient care and dentist autonomy. In a statement published Wednesday, the ADA said Delta Dental of Wisconsin’s recent acquisition of Cherry Tree Dental — a leading general dentistry provider and dental service organization … Read more
If there’s one dental event that blends cutting-edge innovation with hands-on learning and Vegas-level entertainment, it’s DS World Las Vegas. Hosted by Dentsply Sirona, this three-day event—running Sept. 25 to 27, 2025—returns to the MGM Grand with more than 65 clinical and practice-focused courses, eight new conference tracks, and exciting product launches. “DS World 2025 … Read more
Introduction: Raising the Bar for Attachment Accuracy Invisalign and other clear aligner therapies continue to evolve, with increasing case complexity and more sophisticated treatment goals. As a dental assistant and educator working chairside with general dentists and orthodontists, one of the most impactful clinical procedures I assist with is attachment placement. These composite buttons are … Read more
A University at Buffalo research team led by oral biologist Dr. Hyuk-Jae (Edward) Kwon has advanced the understanding of genetic disorders that weaken tooth enamel by turning off a gene known as KMT2D in mice. The study, published in the Journal of Dental Research, marks the first in-depth investigation identifying KMT2D as a key regulator in enamel formation … Read more
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Thursday that banning fluoride in drinking water will likely result in more cavities. “It’s a balance,” Kennedy told Fox News. “You’re going to see probably slightly more cavities. Although in Europe, where they ban fluoride, they did not see an uptick in cavities. The issue … Read more
After 14 years without fluoride in its water supply, Calgary will officially reintroduce the mineral on Monday, June 30. “Fluoride will be reintroduced into Calgary’s drinking water,” the City of Calgary’s Water Services department said in a statement. “Health Canada, Alberta Health, and Alberta Health Services support the practice of Community Water Fluoridation as a … Read more
Before diving into the post-pandemic world of dental hygienists, meet Alina Fintineanu, an orthodontic hygienist who turned her side hobby, baking, into a full-time pursuit during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Oct. 17, 2021, the then-30-year-old appeared on Season 5 of The Great Canadian Baking Show, which premiered on CBC Television. She was one of 10 contestants. … Read more
A new peer-reviewed study has found that dental students who practised Neurosculpting Meditation before clinical tasks demonstrated significantly greater precision in cavity preparation procedures. Published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science, the study was conducted by the Neurosculpting Institute, a Denver-based organization focused on meditation and neuroplasticity education. The study involved all 40 second-year students … Read more
A total of 2,000 endodontic and restorative procedures were completed from June 1 to 7 in remote Amazonian communities in Brazil, thanks to advanced digital dentistry, including intraoral scanning and same-day prosthetic fabrication. The expedition was organized by North Carolina-based Dentsply Sirona in partnership with Brazilian non-governmental organization Project 32, and brought advanced oral health … Read more
The American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute (HPI) has published new data showing that while younger U.S. dentists are becoming practice owners at lower rates early in their careers, most eventually do take that step. “Our analysis suggests that the trend of declining practice ownership among younger dentists is primarily an early-career phenomenon,” said Dr. … Read more
Thanks to their durable structure — from enamel to plaque — teeth have once again shed light on the history of human evolution. In one study recently published in the Journal of Human Evolution, researchers suggest that uniform pitting on tooth enamel dating back two million years — seen in specimens from Paranthropus, Australopithecus, and … Read more