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Fluoride myths and DIY dentistry dominate oral health misinformation

A scoping review on online oral health misinformation reveals gaps in evidence and highlights the impact of misleading content on patient behavior in dentistry.

27 Jul 2026

Expert consensus advances evidence-based orthodontic care for adult patients

Alveolar bone defects and protrusive facial deformities affect a considerable portion of the population and may increase the risk of other complications.

24 Jul 2026

Cola may quickly lower pH inside orthodontic clear aligners and shift oral bacteria within hours

Researchers found that cola exposure quickly lowered pH and altered the microbiome on the inner surface of clear aligners, with the greatest disruption observed when aligners were removed before drinking and then reinserted. In this small 24-hour study, wearing aligners during exposure appeared less disruptive than removing them, though the authors said the mechanism still needs further study.

8 Apr 2026

Anterior crossbite linked to increased tooth loss risk

Crooked teeth or a misaligned bite can cause a whole host of problems, including speech issues and/or difficulty eating or properly cleaning teeth.

10 Feb 2026

Pigs and grizzly bears may reveal secrets of youthful skin

The secret to youthful appearance and repairing scars may lie in a microscopic skin structure humans share with pigs and grizzly bears - but, surprisingly, not monkeys.

4 Feb 2026

Clear aligners protect oral microbiome better than fixed braces

Researchers compare the effects of clear aligners and fixed appliances on oral microbiota and oxidative stress in the oral cavity.

4 Feb 2026

Local abaloparatide injection promotes alveolar bone augmentation in orthodontic models

Alveolar bone, the specialized tissue within the jawbone, plays an important role in periodontal health.

19 Sep 2025

Uneven tooth color matters more than whiteness for young adults

White teeth are highly valued by young adults. But an even tooth color is considered to be of even higher importance.

17 Sep 2025

New insights into bone remodeling process in orthodontic tooth movement under hypoxia

Sustained hypoxia affects orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) by altering osteoclast and osteoblast differentiation, report researchers from Institute of Science Tokyo, Japan.

25 Aug 2025

New consensus on clear aligner treatment aims to improve orthodontic outcomes

Malocclusion affects nearly half of the global population, impacting oral function and aesthetics. Clear aligners have gained popularity due to their discreet appearance and ease of use, but their effectiveness varies depending on the type of tooth movement required.

7 May 2025

Oral Health Throughout Life campaign provides actionable guidance to maintain healthy smiles

Maintaining oral health throughout life is essential for health, overall well-being and an optimal quality of life.

19 Mar 2025

Understanding the causes and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea

Do you feel tired or have a headache when you wake up in the morning? Something might be going wrong while you sleep that you don't know about: obstructive sleep apnea (pronounced app-nee-uh).

24 Feb 2025

Study reveals anesthetic injections as biggest stress factor in teen dental patients

Children are very stressed by anesthetics injected into the mouth before tooth extraction, in connection with orthodontic treatment.

14 Jun 2024

Drug for children with achondroplasia may help reduce chances of SIDS

A drug that boosts bone growth in children with the most common form of dwarfism, may also reduce their chances of sudden infant death syndrome, sleep apnea and needing surgery, according to a new study.

21 Nov 2023

NYU Langone Health performs the world's first whole-eye and partial-face transplant for military veteran

A surgical team from NYU Langone Health performed the world's first whole-eye and partial-face transplant for a 46-year-old military veteran from Arkansas who survived a work-related high-voltage electrical accident.

9 Nov 2023

Exploring developmental pathways and disease interactions in nervous and stomatognathic systems

Scientists discuss the intricate relationship between the nervous and stomatognathic systems.

21 Aug 2023

Comparing the caries-preventing effect of a fluoride-free, hydroxyapatite toothpaste and a toothpaste with sodium fluoride

The study aimed to compare the caries-preventing effect of a fluoride-free, hydroxyapatite toothpaste and toothpaste with sodium fluoride.

25 Jul 2023

Orthodontic News and Research

Fluoride myths and DIY dentistry dominate oral health misinformation

Expert consensus advances evidence-based orthodontic care for adult patients

Cola may quickly lower pH inside orthodontic clear aligners and shift oral bacteria within hours

Anterior crossbite linked to increased tooth loss risk

Pigs and grizzly bears may reveal secrets of youthful skin

Clear aligners protect oral microbiome better than fixed braces

Local abaloparatide injection promotes alveolar bone augmentation in orthodontic models

Uneven tooth color matters more than whiteness for young adults

New insights into bone remodeling process in orthodontic tooth movement under hypoxia

New consensus on clear aligner treatment aims to improve orthodontic outcomes

Oral Health Throughout Life campaign provides actionable guidance to maintain healthy smiles

Understanding the causes and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea

Study reveals anesthetic injections as biggest stress factor in teen dental patients

Drug for children with achondroplasia may help reduce chances of SIDS

NYU Langone Health performs the world's first whole-eye and partial-face transplant for military veteran

Exploring developmental pathways and disease interactions in nervous and stomatognathic systems

Comparing the caries-preventing effect of a fluoride-free, hydroxyapatite toothpaste and a toothpaste with sodium fluoride

Pregnancy and oral health: Unveiling the risks and awareness for mothers-to-be

Maternal and early-life exposure to high amounts of fat induce salty taste preference in offspring

Novel approach promotes bone regeneration in mice without implantation

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