Research & Clinical Studies
Explore insights from recent research and clinical studies that impact dental practices. Learn about new findings on dental materials, treatment methodologies, and preventive care strategies, providing evidence-based information to enhance clinical practice.
Given all the recent breakthroughs and headlines about oral health’s role in overall health… are you ready to revolutionize the way you approach patient care? This June, the American Dental Association (ADA) is hosting a groundbreaking symposium titled Dentistry’s Role in Complete Health:...
Dental implants are one of the most reliable and transformative tools in modern dentistry. They offer patients a durable, functional, and aesthetic replacement for missing teeth. But even with cutting-edge techniques and biomaterials, failures still happen — and often...
The dental industry in 2024 is positioned to experience a significant evolution, with four key trends in dentistry at the forefront of this transformation. These trends encompass the expansion of Dental Support Organizations (DSOs), evolving dental insurance regulations, the...
Biofilm, that sticky, invisible substance harboring a colony of bacteria, is the primary culprit behind a host of oral health problems. It's the reason why brushing and flossing alone often fall short in preventing gum disease and other oral...
Weight-loss medications are walking into your practice whether you’re ready or not. As semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) become routine prescriptions for patients pursuing weight management, their systemic effects may have crossed into your operatory, bringing new oral...
When dealing with severe periodontal disease, dentists face a critical decision: save the natural tooth or replace it with a dental implant? New research published in Evidence-Based Dentistry suggests that for cost-effectiveness, saving the tooth is often the smarter...
Cigna’s new Dental Trends report confirms that oral health is inseparable from mental health, systemic health, and socioeconomic context. At Dentistry 411, we see this as a defining moment for the profession. The challenge now is not only to...
In recent years, the field of modern dentistry has undergone a remarkable transformation driven by scientific breakthroughs, technological advancements, and a renewed emphasis on holistic patient care. As we approach the end of 2023, we find ourselves standing at...
Recent research suggests that dentists hold a unique position in identifying and addressing life-threatening sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Over 100 million people globally suffer from OSA, a disorder that causes them to stop breathing during sleep...
The post-COVID-19 landscape in pediatric oral health shows signs of recovery, but the data tell a more nuanced story than a simple return to “normal.” A recent analysis using five years of data from the National Survey of Children’s Health...
