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Augmented Reality Lets Clinicians “See” Their Patients’ Pain

Many patients, especially those who are anesthetized or emotionally challenged, cannot communicate precisely about...

Protocol Addresses Jaw Deformities Caused by Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

A proposed protocol emphasizes collaboration between healthcare disciplines to treat patients with jaw deformities...

Oral Healthcare Improves Substance Abuse Treatment

People who struggle with substance use disorder also often struggle with poor oral health,...

A Short Case Study: Complex Anatomy and Limited Access

A 45-year-old Asian male came in with pain in the lower left side of...

Research Uncovers Microbiome’s Role in Oral Mucositis

Researchers at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine say they are a...

UCI Now Developing Bioengineered TMJ Implants

Noting that synthetic materials and other approaches have proved ineffective, researchers at the University...

The 90-Day Window: Trigeminal Nerve Injuries and the Importance of Prompt Referral

Trigeminal nerve injuries may occur as a result of many facial, oral-surgical, and dental...

Nitrous Oxide Increases Success Rates of Pediatric Dental Procedures

Anesthesia is an ongoing challenge in dentistry, especially when working to correct severe disease...

Teledentistry: Virtual Care for Urgent Oral Health and Dental Problems

More Americans now express interest in consulting healthcare professionals when and where it is...

Medication Prevents Severe Oral Mucositis in Cancer Patients

Many patients with head, neck, nasal, and oral cancers who are treated with radiation...