With no U.S. Food and Drug Administration–approved treatments for Sjögren’s disease, which affects about 4 million people in the United States—predominantly women—the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has renewed a $2.1-million grant for a University at Buffalo dental professor, the university says. The autoimmune disorder, marked by severely reduced tear and saliva production, leaves patients … Read more
Scientists have identified a natural compound found in some cruciferous vegetables that not only has anti-cancer properties but also targets the oral microbial biofilms responsible for cavities. In a study published in Antibiotics, researchers found that 3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM), also known as bisindole and found in vegetables such as broccoli and kale, reduced biofilm formation by … Read more
A new study offers a promising approach to creating longer-lasting dental implants while reducing biowaste. Researchers from SUNY Polytechnic Institute, the University of Ghana, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute have developed a sustainable method to enhance the durability of titanium-based dental implants by repurposing biowaste from bovine bones and eggshells. Published in Scientific Reports, the research … Read more
Dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. reported record-high adjusted free cash flow in its second quarter, driven by continued growth through practice acquisitions and increased patient volumes under the federal dental plan. “We generated a record $45.6 million in adjusted free cash flow in the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of approximately 12 per cent over … Read more
Sun Life Financial Inc. highlighted its growing health and protection business in its second-quarter results, with group dental performance in the U.S. driving much of the momentum. Improved dental results, supported by Medicaid repricing, fee income and management actions, helped increase underlying net income in this segment by $21 million compared to the same period … Read more
A Winnipeg dental clinic has filed a lawsuit against a former patient over allegedly defamatory online reviews following a June tooth extraction. The reviews, posted on platforms such as Google, Facebook, and Yelp, allegedly contained false statements meant to damage the clinic’s reputation. The legal action, filed in the Court of King’s Bench, seeks damages … Read more
Gum disease may raise the risk of developing gastric cancer by up to 25 per cent, according to a large-scale study published in BMC Medicine. The research, led by Southeast University’s School of Public Health in China, analysed health data from nearly six million adults in Sweden. It is the first study to use sibling-controlled … Read more
Associations representing oral health professionals continue their push for detailed workforce data, despite earlier attempts to secure the information needed for long-term planning. “At this point, the only data we have is the total number of dental hygienists registered in each province and territory,” said Sylvie Martel, director of dental hygiene practice at the Canadian … Read more
Unless you’ve been living under a fluoride rock, you’ve probably heard about the now-infamous Tea app. Touted as a women-only platform for anonymously reviewing men they’ve dated, Tea surged to No. 1 in the App Store earlier this year. It promised to promote dating safety and empower women to warn others about red-flag behaviour. It … Read more
On the surface, the federal Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) seems simple: uninsured Canadians earning under $90,000 gain access to dental care and dentists gain new patients.However, it’s not that simple, as the CDCP creates scenarios with nuances. Bernard Dolansky, senior national partner, transition consultant and salesperson, and Bill Henderson, broker and senior transition sales … Read more
The mouth is the second most diverse microbial system in the human body after the gut—but researchers at Penn Dental Medicine say it behaves very differently when it comes to long-term health. In a study published July 16 in Microbiome, researchers compared the oral microbiomes of Nigerian children living with HIV, those exposed to the … Read more
A new University of Michigan study has found that tooth nerves are more than just pain detectors — they also play a protective role that could have major implications for future dental treatments and innovations. “When we consider regenerating a tooth pulp, we need to bring back the nerves.” In a peer-reviewed paper published in … 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
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
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 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
The dental research community continues to explore innovative bioengineering techniques. In a new effort, the American Dental Association (ADA) is collaborating with Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Massachusetts to improve the regeneration of bone and tissue lost to periodontal disease. According to the WHO, about 19 per cent of the global adult population — more … Read more
Saving teeth with severe bone loss through periodontal regeneration (PR) offers benefits equal to — or greater than — replacing them with dental implants or bridges, according to a study that tracked patients for two decades, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) reported. “The idea that a tooth with severe loss of bone must always … Read more
Amid rising concerns from the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) eroding private insurance, Health Canada says the federal plan is not intended to replace employer-sponsored benefits. “The CDCP was designed to help those who currently have no access to dental insurance, not to replace current employer benefits packages they … Read more