December 19, 2024

Ancient DNA Still Affects Tooth Size Today

New research reveals that Neanderthal DNA variants in the HS3ST3A1 gene, which regulates tooth development and influences incisor width, persist in modern Europeans, providing the first molecular evidence linking archaic human genes to contemporary dental variation.

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May 05, 2023

Dental School Snapshots: May

A new series from the ADA News shares fun facts about U.S. dental schools.

ADA News

June 08, 2023

Coalition urges Senate leaders to support REDI Act

A coalition of some 40 organizations representing dentists and physicians, including the ADA, urged the Senate to pass the Resident Education Deferred Interest Act.

ADA News

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

June 12, 2024

A tale of two cities, both successful in keeping water fluoridation

Abilene, Kansas, and McVille, North Dakota, are among the latest places that faced the end of their communities’ water fluoridation.

ADA News

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

December 11, 2024

Oral Microbiome's Link to Maternal Stress

A recent study found that pregnant women with high anxiety and depression symptoms exhibited a richer oral microbiome, suggesting potential ways to improve maternal psychological well-being.

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November 26, 2024

Dental School Snapshots: September and October

This ADA News series shares fun facts about U.S. dental schools.

ADA News

November 15, 2024

Report Highlights Disruptive Innovations in Dentistry, Forecasts Future Directions

A new report in the Journal of the American Dental Association reveals the profound impact of digitalization and artificial intelligence on the dental field, indicating a potential transformative event on the horizon.

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