Did you know that almost 40% of Hispanic adults in America live with untreated oral disease? That rate is nearly double that of the non-Hispanic population. Similarly, Hispanic children are twice as likely to have untreated cavities as compared with…
It is no secret that there is a lack of access to dental care across the United States, and The Department of Education in New York is planning to do something about it. According to a recent New York Post…
Preventative treatment is usually the first line of defense against disease, and with the help of modern technology, many individuals are taking advantage of the ability to assess their risk for developing a medical condition. Famous actress, Angelina Jolie, has…
It seems that most of the latest dental news stories have painted quite a disturbing picture of the state of oral health globally. The Center for Disease Control has reported that nearly 50% of Americans suffer from some form of…
Attention all cheese lovers; I have wonderful news! A recent study published by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) claims that consuming cheese and other dairy products can help prevent cavities. Finally some positive press for a food that is…
***UPDATED: June 18, 2013*** At last month’s Washington Leadership Conference, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) expressed frustration about the growing problem of access to dental care in America, stating to dental industry leaders that he hopes “to work with you to…
Earlier this month, the American Dental Association (ADA) launched a new campaign in an effort to target the so-called “dental divide” in America. According to ADA president, Dr. Robert Faiella, the country has made great strides in ensuring that each…
The 2013 meeting of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) was held recently in Seattle, Washington, bringing thousands of professionals together to represent and communicate recent oral health research findings. Among the many topics discussed was that of the…
***UPDATED: July 31, 2013*** Further statistical analysis has been completed to find out more on the connection between socio-economic status and receiving dental care. The latest survey found that 56% of participants sought no preventative care and nearly 20% admitted…
***UPDATED: September 12, 2013*** A new organization has been established to help decrease the so-called “Dental Divide” in America. Dentists for Oral Health Innovation (DOHI) was founded by a diverse group of dentists and represents thousands of dental care professionals…
