A new study based on data from more than half a million people in the U.K. has found that individuals with signs of gum disease are more likely to experience multimorbidity — the presence of two or more chronic health conditions. The research, led by University College London (UCL), in collaboration with the universities of … Read more
Microplastics have been found in breast milk, infant formula and even in the placentas of unborn babies. Now, a new study shows that patients’ dentures release minimal microplastics (MPs) during daily use and dental procedures. “Denture resins release small amounts of MPs during daily use, which may accumulate in the oral cavity and other organs … Read more
Dental care is the costliest and most frequently delayed type of health care in Canada—even among those with insurance—according to new findings released Tuesday. The data comes from the 2025 Insurance Access and Affordability Study by PolicyMe, a Toronto-based insurance technology company, in partnership with the Angus Reid Forum. The online survey polled 1,502 Canadians … Read more
Southeast Asian countries — Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines — are experiencing increased demand for high-quality dental products and technologies from the United States and Canada, says a Chicago-based trade fair organizer. “U.S. dental manufacturers are uniquely positioned to thrive in Southeast Asia,” said Mette Petersen, president of Koelnmesse Inc., in a press … Read more
The global digital dentistry market is projected to reach US$17.2 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6 per cent, according to a new report by SNS Insider. In 2023, the market was valued at US$6.96 billion. The growth is being driven by technological advancements such as 3D printing and … Read more
Gen Z and millennials are especially vulnerable to dental misinformation online, according to a new U.S. survey commissioned by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). The results suggest younger adults are increasingly fearful of dental treatment, especially root canals, due in part to social media myths and confusion about credible sources. The survey, conducted by … Read more
A new survey published in early May shows that 27 per cent of Americans do not have dental insurance. According to the CareQuest Institute’s latest State of Oral Health Equity in America report, about 72 million adults in the United States lack dental insurance — nearly three times the percentage of adults without health insurance. … Read more
Henry Schein Inc. has completed a US$250-million strategic investment from KKR, first announced in January. The investment makes KKR the largest non-index fund shareholder in Henry Schein, with a 12 per cent ownership stake. New York-based Henry Schein, the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, said Friday that … Read more
Older adults who have lost teeth but do not wear dentures may be at an increased risk for hypertension, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Dental Medicine. Researchers found that among adults with fewer than 20 teeth, those who did not wear dentures had a significantly higher sodium-to-potassium (Na/K) ratio — a … Read more
123Dentist, one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing dental support organizations, has appointed Jeff Leger as chief executive officer, the company said Wednesday. Leger will assume the role effective July 2. He will report to founder and current CEO Dr. Amin Shivji, who is transitioning to the position of executive chair. In this new role, Shivji … Read more
Starting May 15, applications for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will open to Canadians aged 18 to 34. So, what makes this demographic stand out? All data in the following graphs is from Statistics Canada and offers insight into the oral health of this age group — and why they may benefit from the … Read more
Envista, Henry Schein and Dentsply Sirona are among 600 U.S.-based companies recognized by Newsweek for their positive global impact. Citing “climate change and wage inequality” as key global concerns, Newsweek partnered with Statista to rank the 2,000 largest publicly traded companies based on their performance across environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) pillars, explained Newsweek‘s … Read more
A new study is shedding more light on Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) — a key bacterial pathogen long associated with periodontitis and systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis and Alzheimer’s. Although P. gingivalis is found in 10 to 25 per cent of individuals with healthy gums, it’s present in an estimated 69 to … Read more
Align Technology’s board of directors has authorized a new stock repurchase program worth US$1 billion, following the completion of its previous US$1-billion buyback on May 1. The new program allows Align to repurchase up to US$1 billion of its common stock over the next three years. The prior authorization, approved in January 2023, was completed … Read more
SALT LAKE CITY — With Utah’s first-in-the-nation ban on fluoride in public drinking water set to take effect Wednesday, dentists who treat children and low-income patients say they’re bracing for an increase in tooth decay among the state’s most vulnerable people. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed the law against the recommendation of many dentists and national health experts who warn removing fluoride … Read more
When parents of her young patients expressed frustration over the number of cavities their children needed filled, Gili Naveh, an orthodontist-turned-scientist, had a light-bulb moment. “They tried everything their pediatric dentist told them, but every time they would go for an exam, the dentist would find so many new cavities,” said Naveh, associate professor of … Read more
U.S. media have reported that world-famous rapper Kanye West has sent a legal notice to his dentist, accusing him of malpractice that allegedly led to West’s addiction to nitrous oxide. With West’s wife, Bianca Censori, acting as a witness, the letter — signed by lawyer Andrew Cherkasky — claims that Dr. Thomas Connelly, dubbed the … Read more
“Starting today, Canadians aged 55 to 64 can apply.” Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday that applications are now open for this age group under the federal Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). “Because of this plan, millions of people can now afford to see a dentist — some for the first time in decades. Soon, … Read more
In an effort to train the innate immune system to combat inflammatory diseases such as periodontitis and arthritis, researchers from Penn Dental Medicine, in collaboration with Dresden University of Technology, discovered that the process can lead to increased bone loss in mice. The study, published in ScienceDirect, explores the concept of trained immunity—also known as … Read more
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Florida is poised to become the second state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over the concerns of dentists and public health advocates who say the mineral is a safe, effective way to protect people of all ages from developing cavities. Florida lawmakers gave final approval to the bill Tuesday after Utah … Read more