December 20, 2024

Courts, Congress keep Corporate Transparency Act in flux

Dentists potentially impacted by the CTA are receiving mixed messages about whether they need to file for beneficial ownership.

ADA News

December 18, 2024

Innovative Light Therapy for Advanced Periodontitis: New Study

“The evidence strongly suggests that regularly removing bacteria from dental plaque can significantly improve oral hygiene and treat gum disease."

Conexiant

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.

Conexiant

December 11, 2024

Study Identifies Viable H. pylori in Root Canals of Infected Teeth

New study finds viable Helicobacter pylori in oral cavity root canals of endodontically infected primary teeth in children, potentially posing a risk for reinfection or transmission. Published in Cell Communication and Signaling.

Conexiant

December 06, 2024

Poor Oral Health Could Raise Risk of Infection, Cardiovascular Event in Patients With CKD, on Dialysis

Recent research highlights the increased risk of surgical site infections in advanced chronic kidney disease patients and a link between inadequate dental care and cardiovascular disease and pneumonia.

Conexiant

November 26, 2024

Dental School Snapshots: September and October

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

ADA News

January 24, 2023

February JADA highlights experiences of Black dentists

In 2020, Black dentists made up 3.8% of U.S. dentists while Black people accounted for 12.4% of the overall population.

ADA News

July 12, 2023

Toothflix playlists help dentists educate patients chairside or at home

The ADA’s Toothflix patient education videos are designed to help patients make informed decisions about their treatment options.

ADA News

May 05, 2023

Dental School Snapshots: May

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

ADA News