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Oral biology, biochemistry professors receive $2.2 million grant to find ways to repair salivary glands
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Radiation therapy, a common treatment for some oral cancers, can leave a patient’s salivary glands so damaged that even talking...
ADA continues backing water fluoridation at ‘optimal levels’ despite review claiming ‘smaller benefits’
The American Dental Association (ADA) announced on Saturday that it will continue endorsing the “optimal levels” for community water fluoridation alongside other major...
Stats Canada: Dental sector surpasses pre-pandemic productivity levels by $851 million as job growth rebounds
Despite continued growth in the Canadian dental sector, not all provinces are experiencing the same benefits. (iStock)
Statistics Canada reported Thursday that the dental...
After targeting the immune system to treat gum disease in mice, researcher hopes for human trial
Research in dentistry is evolving from merely addressing symptoms. A study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh has shown that targeting the immune...
CDHA’s new president to continue public recognition of hygienists as ‘primary experts in preventive oral care’
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) announced in a press release on Wednesday the installation of its new president, Alexandra Sheppard. The decision...