July 08, 2025

No Safe Level for Processed Foods

A meta-analysis finds no safe level of processed meat, sugary drinks, or industrial trans fats—each linked to increased chronic disease risk.

Conexiant

July 08, 2025

AI Passes Dental Tests, Fails Writing

A study found that GPT-4o, Grok2, and Gemini passed UK dental exams but struggled to generate reliable assessment content, highlighting the need for human oversight in AI-supported education.

Conexiant

July 07, 2025

Gene-Starch Interaction Alters Oral Bacteria Balance

A new study found that genetic differences in the AMY1 gene, which affects salivary amylase production, along with dietary starch, influence the types and diversity of bacteria that form in oral biofilms—key players in dental caries and gum disease.

Conexiant

July 02, 2025

Metabolic Syndrome Strongly Linked to Oral Diseases

New research highlights strong associations between metabolic syndrome and several oral diseases—including periodontitis, caries, and peri-implantitis—calling for more longitudinal studies to explore causation and improve patient care.

Conexiant

June 01, 2023

With SmileDirectClub, Dentist Able to Give Her Patients “Celebrity” Smiles

Read about cosmetic dentist Catrise Austin, DDS, and her passion for offering affordable and practical options for patients to achieve their smile goals using SmileDirectClub.

Compendium

July 25, 2024

The Future of Technology

From virtual reality education to a new platform fostering clinical connectivity, the dental technology industry is evolving with emerging technology, promising even greater benefits.

Inside Dental Technology

November 14, 2024

Survey Says: Dental Decay Rates Alarmingly High in State’s Preschoolers

The 2023 Kentucky Early Learners’ Oral Health Surveillance Project revealed that dental decay rates among children aged 2 to 5 years in Kentucky are significantly higher than the national average, prompting discussions on strategies to reduce these rates.

Conexiant

February 01, 2023

What does your state require for dental specialty licensure?

The ADA's new interactive map highlights the requirements for dental specialty licensure, permit or designation in each state.

ADA News

May 01, 2024

An Electric Handpiece That Delivers Superior Performance

Discover Dr. Joseph Blaes' passion for dental procedures with the innovative Bien-Air NOVA 1:5 L Micro-Series electric handpiece and the Bien-Air MX2 Plus electric micromotor.

Inside Dentistry