Next Gen of the Month is a monthly Q&A with a dental student or new dentist where we ask them about their experiences and accomplishments thus far in their dentistry journey. This month we are featuring Ibaadat (@smileswithibaadat). Ibadaat shares dental student advice and lifestyle tips on her social platforms, while studying dentistry in Australia. … Read more
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A major cross-sectional study reports that people with well-managed diabetes keep about as many natural teeth as those without diabetes — but poor glycemic control is tied to faster tooth loss. The research team from Shiga University of Medical Science, in collaboration with Sunstar, analyzed an employment-based Japanese health claims and check-up database covering 705,542 … Read more
Do you make sure to ask your patients, “Are there any further questions?” before ending their appointment? Dr. Sanya Arora, dentist at Arora Dental & practice management consultant, describes why asking this question is so important for building patient relationships. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox … Read more
It’s probably not a question you’ve asked yourself before. After all, you’re a dentist. Your focus is the mouth. So how could menopause possibly influence the work you do—or the way your practice runs? The reality is menopause and oral health have been widely overlooked. We still know far too little about menopause as a … Read more
A new study suggests tea tree oil (TTO) could help patients at high risk of dental caries by inhibiting the growth of key oral bacteria and preventing biofilm formation. Published in Scientific Reports on Aug. 29, the research highlights TTO as a “potent antimicrobial agent against cariogenic bacteria,” potentially offering a natural alternative or complement … Read more
The American Dental Association has launched an artificial intelligence-powered service aimed at reducing administrative burdens by speeding up the credentialing process for dentists. The ADA Delegated Credentialing Service, developed with Boston-based LightSpun, builds on the existing ADA-CAQH Provider Data Portal, which has supported more than 150,000 dentists over the past seven years. The portal, operated … Read more
A patient wakes up with a toothache. The first thing they do isn’t flip through a phonebook or wait for a flyer in the mail, they grab their phone, open Google, and type in “dentist near me.” Within seconds, they’re comparing local practices, reading reviews, and deciding who to call. This is how most patients … Read more
Dental pulp stones—calcified deposits in the tooth pulp—are typically asymptomatic and often go unnoticed. A recent study suggests these findings, along with carotid artery calcifications, may be more common in people with diabetes. Published on Aug. 4, 2025, in BMC Endocrine Disorders, researchers examined panoramic radiographs of 107 diabetic patients (67 women, 40 men; age … Read more
In May 2024, the American Dental Association (ADA) issued a warning about what it referred to as “veneer techs” — unlicensed individuals promoting veneer placement on social media — cautioning that dental procedures are irreversible and should only be performed by licensed dentists. Despite this warning, on Aug. 20, Florida police arrested 35-year-old Emely M. … Read more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has finalized guidance for manufacturers of dental bone grafting material devices, with the goal of reducing reliance on animal studies. The document outlines recommendations to help manufacturers comply with special controls for these devices and increase transparency around animal testing. “The guidance also provides recommendations that may aid in … Read more
Wisdom, a U.S.-based AI-powered dental billing platform, has raised U.S. $21 million in a Series A funding round led by Permanent Capital Ventures (PCV). Aquiline and existing investor Juxtapose also participated. The new funding brings Wisdom’s total raised since its founding in 2023 to U.S. $28 million, including a U.S. $7 million seed round from Juxtapose. Wisdom helps dental practices manage billing and collections, … Read more
The University of British Columbia says a new secure app is helping connect seniors in long-term care with dentistry students, addressing both patient needs and student training. The ToothPortal app, created for Dr. Chris Wyatt, director of UBC’s Geriatric Dentistry Program, allows caregivers to upload oral health concerns—including photos, medical history, and personal details—directly to … Read more
Shanghai-based clear-aligner manufacturer Angelalign Technology Inc. (6699.HK) has categorically denied claims of patent infringement brought by California-based Align Technology Inc., pledging defence in a statement on Wednesday. “Angel has a rich heritage of clinically driven innovation during its 20-plus-year history. Accusations by our competitor of patent violations are frivolous and entirely without merit,” said Angelalign’s … Read more
More Canadian employees are receiving medical and dental benefits through their jobs, according to new data from Statistics Canada. The agency said 66.8 per cent of employees reported having workplace medical or dental coverage in 2024, marking the third straight year of increases. The share stood at 63.3 per cent in 2021, rose to 64.2 … Read more
A June 2025 survey by U.S.-based Rater8 found that 26% of patients reported that AI tools — including AI-generated review summaries and conversational assistants like ChatGPT — had directly influenced their choice of healthcare provider. This places AI on par with primary care referrals (28%) and healthcare review sites (29%) in terms of influence.“The traditional … Read more
Dirk de Lint, a partner at MBC Legal, discusses the importance of employment law and the duty of good faith for current and future dental practice owners. He shares advice for when to introduce employment contracts and suggests other tools available for managing terminations effectively, reducing costs, and mitigating risks. Newcom Media Inc · Episode … 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
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Scientists have reconstructed the air dinosaurs once breathed by analyzing oxygen isotopes preserved in fossilized teeth. The research, published in PNAS on August 4, demonstrates how dinosaur teeth can provide unprecedented insight into Earth’s prehistoric atmosphere and the interplay between greenhouse gases and plant life. “Fossil tooth enamel can thus serve as a robust time … Read more