A study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association has found that frequent recreational cannabis (FRC) use is associated with a higher likelihood of dental problems. The research analyzed data from 5,656 U.S. adults aged 18 to 59, collected between 2015 and 2018 through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). According … Read more
The 27 dental residents at the University of Buffalo have voted to unionize for better training, staffing and pay, local media reported Tuesday. “We are excited by the changes that resulted from the hard work of the union and UB’s medical residents,” Riley Steed, PGY1 dental resident, said in a press release. “We are looking … Read more
Boston-based AI company VideaHealth, already partnering with Dental Support Organizations (DSOs) across North America, is now targeting everyday Canadian dentists, according to Founder & CEO Florian Hillen. The announcement comes the same day as the company’s $40 million Series B funding raise. “We’ve always had strong investor interest,” Hillen said, noting that the company plans … Read more
In the past 18 months, Dr. Colin Diener, owner of Nuvo Dental in St. Albert and an associate professor at the University of Alberta, says his team became the “first” in Canada to integrate 3D imaging, 3D printing, and AI-powered anesthetic pumps to streamline dental implant procedures. Diener told the St. Albert Gazette his team … Read more
Hand fatigue and musculoskeletal disorders have long plagued dental professionals as a result of repetitive hand movements, often leading to conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. Dentists and hygienists who experience such issues may face chronic pain, decreased productivity, medical intervention, or even early retirement. However, advancements in ergonomic glove technology, such as those introduced by … Read more
A study published in December led by a Harvard associate professor identified “dental deserts” across the U.S. and was among the first to map spatial accessibility to clinics nationally, the university announced Jan. 22. Published in JAMA Network Open on Dec. 23, the study found that approximately 1.7 million people in the U.S. lacked access … Read more
The Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACFD) has introduced a pilot program designed to offer Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are internationally trained dentists a new pathway to licensure in Canada. Applications for the Bridge Training to Dental Practice in Canada (BTDPC) Program will open on February 1, 2025. The program is also … Read more
Dental associations are still waiting for updates from the federal government on the final phase of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), amid political uncertainty following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. The CDCP’s final phase is set to launch in 2025 and will expand coverage to adults aged 18 to 65 who lack dental benefits … Read more
A day before Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, the head of the American Dental Association (ADA) called for a “paradigm shift” in Washington, urging recognition of the critical link between oral health and overall health. “It is crucial to recognize that oral health is the bedrock of … Read more
Balanced Pharma Inc. (BPI), a North Carolina-based company, has recently announced that France-based Septodont has made a strategic investment to support the development of its new dental injection drugs. BPI also said that Septodont COO Atif Zia has joined its Board of Directors. “We are very proud to add Septodont to the growing list of … Read more
A new survey by Abacus Data, conducted for The Logic, reveals that Canadians overwhelmingly support the continuation of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). The study, conducted with 1,500 Canadians aged 18 and older from Jan. 9 to 14, 2025, found that 62 per cent of respondents want the program to continue, emphasizing its importance … Read more
During his early years in the NFL, quarterback Patrick Mahomes famously had a gap between his teeth. On Thursday, Align Technology announced that Mahomes has joined the leading global medical device company as its brand ambassador, representing the Invisalign Smile Squad. “After many years of speculation, I figured it was finally time to set the … Read more
A new report says Canada’s health-care system has fallen behind international peers in access to care, equity and wait times, outperforming only the United States. The not-for-profit think tank C.D. Howe Institute says Canada ranks ninth out of 10 countries evaluated, including the Netherlands and United Kingdom, who were top performers. The report also says … Read more
A shift away from a hunter-gatherer diet, once rich in meat and plant-based foods, may be shrinking jawlines, especially in today’s world where ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like ice cream and potato chips are common choices for children. Research from the Catholic University of Valencia suggests that UPFs can lead to developmental issues in children’s jaws, … Read more
An Australian team from Metro South Oral Health is working to combine advanced 3D printing with AI and new materials described as “light” and “durable,” the Queensland government said Thursday. The goal is to improve both the precision and speed of creating dental prosthetics, including dentures and crowns. “In the future, we aim to reduce … Read more
ClearDent Dental Software, based in B.C., has announced a strategic partnership with a Calgary institution dedicated to advancing dental education and research. Through this partnership, ClearDent’s innovative dental practice management solutions will help The Aurum Group, which includes FACE4D Diagnostic Imaging Centre and Hyo Maier Centre for Dental Excellence, offer hands-on education to students and … Read more
U.S. dentists, on average, are retiring at 69 as of 2023, returning to their pre-pandemic retirement age, according to data released by the American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute. Over the last 20 years, the average age of retirement for U.S. dentists has steadily increased, from 64.7 in 2001 to over 65 in 2003. This … Read more
The debate over fluoride in drinking water continues with the release of a new study. A systematic review and meta-analysis published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics found significant inverse associations between high fluoride exposure and children’s IQ scores. The analysis included 74 cross-sectional and prospective cohort studies spanning multiple countries, including Canada, China, Denmark, India, Iran, … Read more
Wearing dentures may help protect older adults from cognitive decline, according to a new study published in Aging Medicine on Dec. 23. Researchers from NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing analyzed nearly 10 years of data from 27,708 older adults in China, including those with partial or complete tooth loss. The study found that adults … Read more
As the link between oral and overall health becomes more established and well-known to doctors and patients alike, saliva kits are increasingly showing promise as preventive tools. To fine-tune these kits, scientists are researching saliva itself. Recently, Penn Dental Medicine announced that its researchers have identified nine inflammation proteins indicative of gum disease progression after … Read more