dental health

Research has generally shown that fluoridated water at recommended levels is safe. But many experts and a judge say more research is needed to better understand whether and when risks kick in.

Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and fixing teeth.

Adding low levels of fluoride to water has long been considered one of the greatest health achievements. Now comes an analysis of previously published research that concludes a link with intelligence.

TMJ disorders affect as many as 1 in 10 Americans and yet remain poorly understood and ineffectively treated. Many common treatments used by dentists lack scientific evidence.

Vulnerable and marginalized communities are getting left behind in dental deserts, where patient volume exceeds provider capacity or too few dentists are willing to serve the uninsured or those on Medicaid.

The investigation of the AGGA involved interviews with 11 patients who said they were hurt by the device and dental specialists who said they’d examined patients who had experienced severe complications using the AGGA.

The Anterior Growth Guidance Appliance has been used on about 10,000 patients without FDA approval or proof that it works. However, patients report irreparable harm. The inventor and manufacturer have denied all liability in court.

TikTok videos extol doing your own cosmetic dentistry like gluing gems to your front teeth or filing down your teeth. The trouble is social media rarely shows the mistakes or the pain.

The Langley Mobile Dental Unit has served hundreds of patients over five years. Some are uninsured, others are homeless, low-income or migrant workers, and others are dealing with mental illness or addictions.

Dentists know how to maximize the profits in your mouth. But sometimes it’s outright fraud — to the tune of billions every year.