Patient Care

Although regular cleanings and follow-up care are critical for patients in maintaining oral health, it is equally important for dental professionals to encourage a proper oral care routine at home. The number of at-home oral care options might overwhelm patients, so dental professionals should have recommendations for a variety of patient situations. Here we look at the top 5 home care products from the past year.

Industry experts share their predictions for what lies ahead for the dental industry this year, with artificial intelligence, digital dentistry, additive manufacturing, and preventive care all at the forefront.

We look at what the industry believes about access to care, what are some reasons that patients don't have access to care and the problems that can lead to, and some successful programs that get patients the care they need.

These articles generated the most views over the last year. To make sure you never miss a thing, subscribe to the Dental Practice Management eNewsletter at dentalproductsreport.com.

Here are the top 10 Modern Hygienist articles of 2023, offering insight on a variety of topics important to clinicians today.

The data from these meta-analyses highlight the value of developing systems to promote daily toothbrushing among those who have been hospitalized and, particularly, those on mechanical ventilation.

Organization offers warning about mail-order orthodontics and suggests patients make an appointment with a local licensed orthodontist.

A new study has shown that there may be a link between certain autoimmune disorders and tooth enamel defects, further strengthening the oral-systemic connection.

Product Bites makes sure you don't miss the next innovation for your practice. This week's Product Bites podcast features new launches from Paperplane Therapeutics, Zolar Technology, and Carestream Dental.

Don't miss the details on all the latest dental products from throughout the industry with this weekly wrap-up.

Let's talk about poop! What are your bowel movements telling you? Join the Sanders Sisters alongside Colorectal surgeon Dr Olga Berenseva as they discuss the ins and outs of colorectal health.

Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® and Hip Hop Public Health have unveiled the Paste Time Educator Toolkit, a free online resource designed to help teachers integrate engaging oral health education into their curricula using the power of music.

The clearance includes treatment for adults with severe obstructive sleep apnea using Vivos Therapeutics' DNA oral appliance, the mRNA oral appliance, and the mmRNA oral appliance.

This new solution aims to help keep patients relaxed and calm during dental procedures without interfering with clinicians during treatment.

Pacific Dental Services has hosted a mouth-body connection symposium, an educational opportunity to inform dental clinicians on

A new study out of Rutgers University has found that cannabidiol, commonly referred to as CBD, can help patients manage acute dental pain, forgoing the need for harmful opioids.

A hygienist and teledentistry expert chats with Dental Products Report about how telehealth, teledentistry, and telehygiene can all better serve patients while providing flexibility for practitioners.

This new platform from Retainer Club has 6 key features designed to streamline the retainer process for dental service organizations and individual practices.

Henry Schein works in tandem with the National Network for Oral Health Access to expand access to oral health care and provide dental technologies and products to those in need.

This study from Sunstar and the Clinic Masae Minami/Minami Diabetes Clinical Research Center shows the clear link between good oral health care and lower blood glucose levels.

These custom oral care products will provide patients with the ability to protect and whiten their teeth, with customization to suit the patients’ needs.

OraCare offers practitioners a healthy and versatile alternative to the controversial chlorhexidine. Learn more about it from OraCare Chief Clinical Officer Kristin Goodfellow, RDH.

Developed to help provide an enhanced polishing experience for both patient and clinician, the ProFlare disposable prophy angle from Premier Dental stands out with its unique cup design.

Dentsply Sirona has published its third annual Sustainability Report “BEYOND: Taking action for a brighter world” with optimistic results for healthier smiles and business.

This new toothpaste from Designs for Health balances the oral microbiome to create healthier and brighter smiles.

A new study demonstrates that dental opioid prescribing increased during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, reinforcing the importance of non-opioid pain management solutions even during global health emergencies.

The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it can demonstrate our overall health and wellbeing while also indicating underlying illness. This month, the Sanders Sisters interview plastic surgeon Dr. Smita R. Ramanadham, discussing warning signs your skin may be sending you as well as critical skin care basics.

[SPONSORED] Our goal, obviously, is to be talking prevention. But one of the things I think might be more helpful is if we start talking about protection as well.

From coat drives to Freedom Day USA, this West Virginia practice cares for the community in numerous ways beyond traditional dentistry.

Catapult evaluators tested Ultradent’s Astringedent X’s ability to put control back in the clinician’s hands during restorative treatments.