oral hygiene

Online Guide Prepares Parents of Autistic Children for Dental Visits

Oral hygiene and oral health are particular challenges for people who care for children...

Asian-Americans Face Barriers in Oral Healthcare

Racial and ethnic minorities often face difficulties in finding access to oral healthcare in...

Syrian Refugees Get Free Dental Screenings at University of Washington

Students and faculty are screening dozens of area Syrian refugees for dental care at...

Bristol Gets “Sugar Smart” to Fight Tooth Decay

A quarter of the 5-year-old children in Bristol, England, have tooth decay, according to...

Collaboration to Tackle New Treatments for Periodontal Disease

Numerous studies have shown that problems with oral health are strong co-indicators of other...

DentalEZ Donates Gear to Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Chimpanzees need to take care of their teeth too—or have someone take care of...

New Standards Guide Oral Care in UK Nursing Homes

The residents of nursing homes and other assisted living facilities that provide long-term care...

Nearly Half of Americans Want to See Their Dentist More Often

You may feel that your patients don’t see you as often as they should....

Storybooks Effectively Prepare Autistic Children for Dental Visits

Children’s storybooks with dental narratives can be effective tools in preparing children with autism...

Long-Term Care Patients Refuse Dental Treatment

Nearly 90% of patients at long-term care facilities don’t take advantage of dental services,...