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Leading The Change: Advancing Children’s Oral Health and Public Health as a Whole

Dentistry Today

Children’s oral health is a critical component of public health as it can have long-lasting effects on a child’s overall health and well-being. Dr. Pujitha Siddani has dedicated her career to improving access to dental care and promoting good oral health practices in children.

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The Forsyth Institute Welcomes Pacific Dental Services CEO to Board of Directors

Dentistry Today

The Forsyth Institute , a global leader in oral health research and clinical care, is pleased to announce that Stephen E. Thorne, IV , founder and CEO of Pacific Dental Services (PDS), has been appointed to the board of directors. PDS is a strong advocate for developing more holistic models of health care.

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Understanding How Social Media Shapes Oral Health: Study on Women in Public Housing

Dentistry Today

A recent study conducted by researchers at Boston University, led by Brenda Heaton, PhD, MPH, explored the impact of social media on the oral health of women residing in public housing in Boston, Massachusetts. The study employed a cross-sectional survey involving adult female residents from two public housing developments.

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Global Leadership Dentistry & Sciences (GLDS) Partnered with the ADA

Dentistry Today

Global Leadership Dentistry & Sciences (GLDS) has announced a partnership with the American Dental Association (ADA). GLDS will contribute to taskforces for subject matter experts in the dental and healthcare fields housed as part of the ADA. For more information, please visit [link]. For more information about Claudia C.

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Delta Dental of Tennessee Building Opens at UTHSC College of Dentistry

Dentistry Today

The College of Dentistry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) has opened a new $45 million Delta Dental of Tennessee Building on its Memphis campus. The Delta Dental of Tennessee Building at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Delta Dental of Tennessee provided $6.3

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BroadcastMed Expands Relationship with the American Dental Association

Dentistry Today

BroadcastMed, the foremost healthcare marketplace providing reliable clinical content, robust engagement, and industry insights to healthcare professionals, medical institutions, manufacturers, service providers, and pharmaceutical companies, is excited to announce the expansion of its partnership with the American Dental Association (ADA).

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American Association of Orthodontists Warns Against Popular “Mewing” Trend

Dentistry Today

However, this unregulated practice lacks scientific backing and carries risks of: Dental Issues: Chronic pressure from mewing can loosen teeth, misalign bite, and contribute to tooth wear and tear. Founded in 1900, AAO is the world’s oldest and largest dental specialty organization. Available at: [link].