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#DentalNews The steady rise of dental tourism and the risks of cheap treatment abroad
The steady rise of dental tourism
The steady rise of dental tourism and the risks of cheap treatment abroad
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November 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Reversion of passaged nucleus pulposus cells to notochordal-type cells by FoxA2 upregulation
Reversion of passaged nucleus pulposus cells to notochordal-type cells by FoxA2 upregulation - PubMed
Notochordal cells (NC) have promise as a regenerative therapy for intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration, but their maintenance in culture remains challenging. The study hypothesis is that nucleus…
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November 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews ADA president reflects on sobriety, ‘unprecedented challenges’ over fluoridation and funding cuts
ADA president reflects on sobriety, ‘unprecedented challenges’ over fluoridation and funding cuts - Oral Health Group
ADA president Dr. Brett Kessler concludes his term Oct. 28 after ‘unprecedented challenges’ over fluoridation and funding cuts.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Diagnostic tips for bone lesions with DTX Studio Clinic
Diagnostic tips for bone lesions with DTX Studio Clinic
In this article, the authors present a rare case of mastocytosis, cases of lesions related to bisphosphonate treatment and a case of a traumatic bone lesion.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Pathways of Neutrophil Enzymatic Degradation of Resin-based Composites and Adhesives
Pathways of Neutrophil Enzymatic Degradation of Resin-based Composites and Adhesives - PubMed
Human Neutrophils (HN), white blood cells of the innate immune system, are abundant inhabitants of the oral cavity. It was previously found that these leukocytes can degrade methacrylate resin-based…
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November 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene but not self-confidence in oral care
Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene
A large-scale teledentistry initiative in Indonesia has helped people brush more frequently and improved oral health awareness, according to new research
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November 21, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Zinc compound offers non-staining alternative to silver diamine fluoride
NYU researchers develop zinc-based treatment for caries
Researchers at New York University have developed a zinc-based compound that could prevent and treat caries without discolouring teeth.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Bioinspired thermoreversible bioink orchestrates focal adhesion-dependent osteogenesis
Bioinspired thermoreversible bioink orchestrates focal adhesion-dependent osteogenesis - PubMed
Synergistic integration of bone extracellular matrix (bECM) macromolecules in biomimetic bone tissue engineering (BTE) remains underexplored. This study presents a novel bioink for load-bearing 3D…
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November 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews Vertical control in open bite correction using aligners and skeletal anchorage: A case series
Open bite correction using aligners and skeletal ...
Vertical control using aligners and mini-screws has proved to be highly effective for closing anterior open bites, producing stable long-term results.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Brushing up on sports history: How a U of T dentistry grad helped name the Toronto Blue Jays
Brushing up on sports history: How a U of T dentistry grad helped name the Toronto Blue Jays | Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto
By Rachel Boutet
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November 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Simplified patient decision-aid for tongue-tie surgery for breast-fed infants
Simplified patient decision-aid for tongue-tie surgery for breast-fed infants - PubMed
Simplified patient decision-aid for tongue-tie surgery for breast-fed infants
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November 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews Health Canada grants $4M to eight dental faculties following CDCP rollout
Health Canada grants $4M to eight dental faculties following CDCP rollout - Oral Health Group
Health Canada provides more than $4 million to eight dental faculties to support student training after the CDCP rollout.
www.oralhealthgroup.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Dentists urged to take a front-line role in tackling intimate partner violence
Dentists urged to take an active role in tackling ...
A new paper argues that dentists are uniquely positioned to identify and intervene in cases of intimate partner violence
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November 18, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Changes in peripheral blood and cognitive performance after nonconcussive head impacts in elite female soccer players
Changes in peripheral blood and cognitive performance after nonconcussive head impacts in elite female soccer players - PubMed
RHIs may lead to acute disbalance of tau and phosphorylated tau in plasma, and are associated with short-term decline in cognitive performance and neuroprotective pathways in elite female soccer…
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November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews What Ontario’s new bill means for dentists and dental hygienists across Canada
What Ontario’s new bill means for dentists and dental hygienists across Canada - Oral Health Group
Ontario’s Building a More Competitive Economy Act could allow dentists and hygienists from other provinces to work “as of right” in Ontario.
www.oralhealthgroup.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Non profit community dental hygiene clinic set to open in Sherbrooke
Ottawa
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November 17, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Impact of Online Misinformation
Impact of Online Misinformation - PubMed
Impact of Online Misinformation
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November 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies
Study links diabetes to higher oral disease risk
A recent study found that diabetes significantly increases the risk of oral and maxillofacial conditions.
www.dental-tribune.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Review suggests CBD may help manage oral pain and inflammation, but more research needed
Review suggests CBD may help manage oral pain and inflammation, but more research needed - Oral Health Group
A review finds CBD may safely reduce oral pain and inflammation, but researchers call for standardized, long-term clinical trials.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Comparative Evaluation of Alumina, Hydroxyapatite, and Their Combination for Dental Enamel Cavity Cutting in an Air Abrasion System: An In Vitro SEM Study
Comparative Evaluation of Alumina, Hydroxyapatite, and Their Combination for Dental Enamel Cavity Cutting in an Air Abrasion System: An In Vitro SEM Study - PubMed
Dental air abrasion is a minimally invasive technique using abrasive particles to remove carious tooth structure. Alumina particles, commonly preferred due to their cutting efficiency, pose toxicity…
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November 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
#DentalNews Tens of thousands mistakenly approved for dental coverage, Health Canada says
Tens of thousands mistakenly approved for dental coverage, Health Canada says | CBC News
Roughly 70,000 people were approved for coverage under the public dental insurance program, but were later deemed ineligible or had been assessed for an incorrect copayment level, Health Canada said Tuesday.
www.cbc.ca
November 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening
Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening - Oral Health Group
Music therapy is easing pain for patients — from dental surgery to chronic conditions — by lowering anxiety, heart rate, and pain perception.
www.oralhealthgroup.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Sensitivity to change of the COVID-19 anxiety syndrome scale among Canadian dentists
Sensitivity to change of the COVID-19 anxiety syndrome scale among Canadian dentists - PubMed
Not applicable.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
#DentalNews College of General Dentistry publishes new edition of Standards in Dentistry
New edition of Standards in Dentistry is now online
Serving as a practical reference for quality assessment, the compendium outlines basic and aspirational standards across 17 key areas of dental practice.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#DentalNews Tooth loss progression in old age linked to higher risk of death, study finds
Tooth loss progression in old age linked to higher risk of death, study finds - Oral Health Group
A study in BMC Geriatrics links faster tooth loss in older adults to higher mortality, highlighting oral health as a key longevity indicator.
www.oralhealthgroup.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:46 PM