Emerging Research

New research shows that young people who filled an opioid prescription immediately before or after wisdom tooth surgery were nearly three times as likely to still be filling opioid prescriptions months later.

New research takes a look at the link between poor dental hygiene and breathing issues.

It’s the ultimate goal in materials science, and researchers may have just cracked it.

Why this patch could be the future of ulcer treatment.

Community water fluoridation has been around for 70 years, but not much research has been conducted over the last several decades. A new study provides contemporary evidence on the topic.

The petition targets seven manufacturers of oral care products that are proven to cause tooth erosion.

Student and professional researchers have until Oct. 5, 2018, to submit their abstracts and clinical cases.

The 10-year data reported exceptional long-term clinical results.

Taking a look at the role the dental industry plays in the opioid overdose crisis and what dentists can do about it.

How bioactives provide economical, long-lasting restorations

Though unintentional, the prescribing patterns of dentists can contribute to allergic reactions and antibiotic overuse.

A team of researchers analyzed nine toothpastes on the market that claimed to have desensitizing or anti-erosive properties.

New research shows a link between middle-aged tooth loss and an increased cardiovascular disease risk.

A combination of prevention strategies may be more effective than one alone for reducing tooth decay, according to researchers.

Exploring the effects of rinsing with diluted sodium hypochlorite rinse in patients with chronic periodontitis.

There seems to be some sort of link between periodontal disease and macular degeneration, but just how strong is it?

For many years, dentists and doctors were discouraged from using doxycycline with children, but newer data suggests otherwise.

Using evidence-based research to explore whether this procedure is beneficial to patients.

If wine is good for cardiovascular health, could it also be good for oral health?

Recurrent caries is still a common problem - here’s how one team is trying to prevent them.

X-rays should be performed only when clinically appropriate, but a new study finds that dentists often take money into consideration.

Asking questions and reading evidence-based research can help you to make informed patient recommendations.

They might be small, but bubbles can make your patients' teeth cleaner.

A new study has found that meds often taken for osteoporosis can affect dental implants.

Researchers discovered a surprising trend in where dental anesthesia is being performed.

If you’re looking to help the elderly stay more active, start with their teeth.

The thought of advancing your career may seem overwhelming, but there are some simple steps you can take to position yourself for success.

New research shows that certain oral bacteria that cause periodontal disease may also cause esophageal cancer.

Succeeding with patients requires credibility, which means staying up to date on the latest cutting-edge data.