A natural antioxidant called lycopene, found in red and pink fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, watermelon and grapefruit, has been associated with a reduced risk of severe periodontitis in older adults, according to a new observational study published in The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging. Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory gum disease that … Read more
Henry Schein has appointed Frederick M. Lowery as its new chief executive officer, effective March 2, the company announced Monday. Lowery will also join the company’s board of directors. Lowery succeeds Stanley M. Bergman, who will step down as CEO after 35 years and continue as chairman of the board to support a smooth leadership … Read more
Are your team meetings focused on production goals and cancellations, or are you actually training your team on how to communicate value beyond insurance?
The securityholders of Dentalcorp (TSX: DNTL) have approved a plan of arrangement under which an acquisition vehicle controlled by U.S. private-equity firm GTCR LLC will buy all of the company’s subordinate- and multiple-voting shares for C$11.00 per share. The vote took place at a special meeting on Thursday. The acquisition, first announced in September, will … Read more
Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are leading a study to help dentists recognize signs of domestic violence and learn how to respond. “At the end of the process, we want to create something that is approachable and will be disseminated on socials and online platforms,” Dr. Liran Levin, a periodontist and researcher at the … Read more
UB team traces saliva’s evolution back to primates, linking diet to salivary proteins and opening doors to personalized oral-health diagnostics.
Adults with type 2 diabetes who clean between their teeth at least three times a week may have more stable 24-hour blood glucose levels, new research shows. A clinical study, published in advance in the American Diabetes Association’s journal Diabetes Spectrum, found that adults who flossed or used interdental brushes three or more times weekly … Read more
The gel acts as a scaffold, drawing calcium and phosphate ions from saliva to rebuild the enamel through a process called epitaxial mineralization.
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
The latest Saturday Night Live cut-for-time sketch, “Graduation Day,” features Scarlett Johansson leading a hilarious reinterpretation of the Hippocratic Oath—this time, for dentists. SNL dubbed its version the “dentocratic” oath, which is delivered by valedictorian Penny Shannon (Johansson), who announces she will be working at Oceanside Tooth and Breath in Cleveland, Ohio. “The office right … Read more
Dentalcorp, Canada’s largest network of dental practices, capped off the first quarter of 2025 with a record $44.3 million in adjusted free cash flow, representing an increase of about 26 per cent over the same period in 2024, it says in a release. “Following a strong first quarter of 2025 that exceeded expectations, we’re carrying … Read more
Morgan Stanley downgraded Dentsply Sirona Inc. on Tuesday, cutting its price target from US$21 to US$14 and moving the stock from “overweight” to “equal weight” as the dental sector faces growing pressures and investor caution. The downgrade comes amid a 21 per cent decline in Dentsply shares so far this year, underperforming both its health-care … Read more
With the fresh start to the year behind us, many are now looking to refresh their surroundings as the months roll on. We can spring clean our home and right-size the number of worn-out or unused goods. When revamping our marketing and communications programs, it is important not to throw away everything in favour of … Read more
Love them or hate them, Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) are here to stay—and they’re only going to get bigger. Who benefits from the rise of DSOs? While many private practitioners are skeptical about DSOs, the reality is that lots of patients and retiring/selling dentists tend to favor them. However, selling to a DSO isn’t always a … Read more
Abstract: Dental education is undergoing a pivotal transformation, driven by the need to overcome systemic challenges in teaching and assessment. Traditional methods, while foundational, often suffer from inconsistencies in grading, variability in teaching standards, and limited opportunities for hands-on practice. These issues not only hinder student development but also place undue strain on faculty resources. … Read more
It has long been a goal of dental clinical and material science to find a less technique sensitive approach to the posterior direct resin restorative process. Unlike amalgam, the technique “insensitive” patrician of direct restoratives, successful placement of composite resins requires many more steps and exacting technique to achieve clinically acceptable results. So…what does an … Read more
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in dentistry growing, a new study in Nature warns that clinical oversight remains crucial when integrating AI-driven diagnostics and treatment planning into practice. Aga Khan University researchers reviewed 44 studies on AI in dentistry, identifying key risks, including misdiagnoses, transparency issues, and inconsistent adoption across specialties. Case study: AI misidentification … Read more
Mark Carney confirmed that his government will not proceed with an increase to Canada’s capital gains tax. This has significant implications for dentists—both as business owners and as investors. Dentists often have dual exposure to capital gains—through their practice sales and their personal investment portfolios. A proposed increase would have added another layer of complexity to tax … Read more
Canada’s Health Minister Kamal Khera announced Saturday that the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will begin accepting applications from its “largest cohort” of eligible dental patients aged 18 to 64 in May. The program, which launched for seniors in December 2023, has expanded in phases to cover children and people with disabilities. Its final rollout … Read more
Dentalcorp acquired 30 new dental practices last year, continuing its expansion as Canada’s largest corporate dental network, the company announced Friday in its 2024 financial and operating results. As of its third-quarter investor report in 2024, Dentalcorp owned 550 practices and was in the process of acquiring another 160 clinics. This adds to the total … Read more