Oral health

#SAFESMILES Campaign Stresses the Safety of Dental Visits

The Chicago Dental Society (CDS) has launched its #SAFESMILES public awareness campaign to reinforce...

Grant to Remove Dental Barriers to Medical Treatment at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi School of Dentistry will use a five-year, $2.25 million Health...

Michigan Medicaid Expansion Improves Oral and Systemic Health

The most vulnerable residents of the nation’s most populous state say their health including...

73% of Patients Have Lied to Their Dentist

You probably know that most of your patients aren’t honest with you, as 73%...

Sugary Beverage Sales Drop 38.9% After Philly Enacts Tax

Philadelphia’s tax on sweetened beverages led to a 38.9% drop in the volume of...

It’s Time for Dentists and the Medical Community to Unite to Save Lives

The COVID-19 crisis is the latest sign—in flashing neon lights, this time—that bridging the...

Mouthwash Leads the Pack in Breath Freshening Options!

When it comes to fresh breath, 50% of consumers prefer mouthwash, according to DentaVox....

Nonprofits Receive $105,046 in Patterson Foundation Grants

The Patterson Foundation awarded $105,046 in first quarter grant funding to 10 nonprofit organizations...

Scholarships to Support Native American Dental Students

The United Health Foundation (UHF) is increasing its support of the American Indian College...

Simple Oral Health Interventions Improve Elite Athlete Performance

Elite athletes who adopted simple oral health measures such as using high-fluoride toothpaste and...