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The steady rise of dental tourism The steady rise of dental tourism and the risks of cheap treatment abroad

#DentalNews The steady rise of dental tourism and the risks of cheap treatment abroad

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…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Reversion of passaged nucleus pulposus cells to notochordal-type cells by FoxA2 upregulation

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.

#DentalNews ADA president reflects on sobriety, ‘unprecedented challenges’ over fluoridation and funding cuts

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.

#DentalNews Diagnostic tips for bone lesions with DTX Studio Clinic

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…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Pathways of Neutrophil Enzymatic Degradation of Resin-based Composites and Adhesives

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

#DentalNews Indonesia’s teledentistry drive improves oral hygiene but not self-confidence in oral care

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.

#DentalNews Zinc compound offers non-staining alternative to silver diamine fluoride

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…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Bioinspired thermoreversible bioink orchestrates focal adhesion-dependent osteogenesis

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.

#DentalNews Vertical control in open bite correction using aligners and skeletal anchorage: A case series

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

#DentalNews Brushing up on sports history: How a U of T dentistry grad helped name the Toronto Blue Jays

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

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Simplified patient decision-aid for tongue-tie surgery for breast-fed infants

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.

#DentalNews Health Canada grants $4M to eight dental faculties following CDCP rollout

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

#DentalNews Dentists urged to take a front-line role in tackling intimate partner violence

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…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Changes in peripheral blood and cognitive performance after nonconcussive head impacts in elite female soccer players

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.

#DentalNews What Ontario’s new bill means for dentists and dental hygienists across Canada

#DentalNews Non profit community dental hygiene clinic set to open in Sherbrooke

Impact of Online Misinformation - PubMed Impact of Online Misinformation

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Impact of Online Misinformation

Study links diabetes to higher oral disease risk A recent study found that diabetes significantly increases the risk of oral and maxillofacial conditions.

#DentalNews Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies

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.

#DentalNews Review suggests CBD may help manage oral pain and inflammation, but more research needed

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…

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

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.

#DentalNews Tens of thousands mistakenly approved for dental coverage, Health Canada says

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.

#DentalNews Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening

Sensitivity to change of the COVID-19 anxiety syndrome scale among Canadian dentists - PubMed Not applicable.

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Sensitivity to change of the COVID-19 anxiety syndrome scale among Canadian dentists

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.

#DentalNews College of General Dentistry publishes new edition of Standards in Dentistry

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.

#DentalNews Tooth loss progression in old age linked to higher risk of death, study finds

Cyanidin-3-Glucoside Supplementation Modulates Bone Resorption in Experimental Apical Periodontitis - PubMed Apical periodontitis (AP) is an inflammatory/infectious disease that leads to alveolar bone resorption. Cyanidin-3-glucoside (C3G) is an anthocyanin known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Cyanidin-3-Glucoside Supplementation Modulates Bone Resorption in Experimental Apical Periodontitis

Researchers lead study to transform jaw pain treatment A new US$17 million research initiative led by the University of Pittsburgh is set to revolutionise understanding and treatment of temporomandibular disorder (T

#DentalNews Researchers lead landmark study to transform jaw pain treatment

AI model predicts dental growth spurts with fewer errors - Oral Health Group South Korean researchers develop ARNet-v2, an AI tool that predicts dental growth spurts using one X-ray—cutting errors by up to 67 per cent.

#DentalNews AI model predicts dental growth spurts with fewer errors

Missing teeth, mortality, and hospitalization: A population-based cohort analysis from the Canadian Health Measures Survey and linked databases - PubMed Missing teeth is associated with hospitalization in Canadian adults. These findings highlight that oral health may play a role or serve as an indicator of overall health and health service use among…

A new U of T #DentalFacultyPub! Missing teeth, mortality, and hospitalization: A population-based cohort analysis from the Canadian Health Measures Survey and linked databases

Dr. Christopher McCulloch gives back to the institution that shaped his career | Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto For Dr. Christopher McCulloch, the University of Toronto has been far more than an academic institution — it’s been the foundation of his professional journey and a community he’s proudly served for…

#DentalNews Dr. Christopher McCulloch gives back to the institution that shaped his career