March 12, 2026

Childhood Oral Health Linked to Adult Cardiovascular Risk

Study links childhood dental disease with higher incidence of ischemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, and ischemic stroke in adulthood.

Conexiant

March 10, 2026

More Pediatric ER Visits for Tooth Pain

Dentists link rising pediatric ER visits to workforce shortages, worsening oral hygiene, and policy shifts that could further limit preventive care.

KFF Health News

March 01, 2026

Mastering Bonding Through Science and Technique

A discussion with Nathaniel “Nate” Lawson DMD PhD

Inside Dentistry

March 02, 2026

Coverage Isn’t Access: Medicaid’s Dilemma

As more states expand adult Medicaid dental benefits, participation remains low and GOP-backed federal cuts threaten to reverse recent progress, raising concerns for physicians and dentists.

KFF Health News

March 01, 2026

Covering All Bases

Understanding penicillin allergies is crucial for maximizing dental implant success rates, as highlighted by Markus B. Blatz, DMD, PhD.

Compendium

February 25, 2026

Hydrogel-Based Biosensor Enables Real-Time Detection of Oral Inflammation

Study describes adhesive intraoral device that measures TNF-alpha levels chairside, potentially supporting earlier diagnosis of periodontal and pulp disease.

Conexiant

February 12, 2026

Curbing Drug-Related Halitosis for Closer Moments

Individuals who have drug-related halitosis may need to take additional steps to prioritize oral health before intimate encounters.

Conexiant

December 01, 2011

Digital Photography Enhances Diagnostics, Communication, and Documentation

Reviews the applications and various types of available dental photography equipment.

Special Issues

February 01, 2023

Bulk EZ PLUS™: Dual-Cure Bulk-Fill Composite Ideal for Direct Restorations

Discover how Bulk EZ PLUS is revolutionizing direct restorative dentistry, providing predictability, strength, and esthetic restorations with time savings and fewer challenges. Dr. Troy A. Schmedding, DDS, shares his success with this dual-cure bulk-fill restorative composite.

Compendium

April 01, 2023

It’s on My List

Discover the impact of using checklists in dentistry for better outcomes from the perspective of two continuing education articles.

Compendium