Dental News & Trends

Jack Hughes’s Toothless Smile: 8 Myths vs. Facts About Knocked-Out and Missing Teeth in Sports

Jack Hughes’s Toothless Smile: 8 Myths vs. Facts About Knocked-Out and Missing Teeth in Sports

August 5, 2026

Jack Hughes’s gap-toothed smile has hockey fans talking. Here’s what’s actually true about knocked-out teeth, replanting, and protecting your smile in sports.

New Gel That Regrows Tooth Enamel: 6 Things Patients Should Know

New Gel That Regrows Tooth Enamel: 6 Things Patients Should Know

July 29, 2026

Scientists developed a gel that may regrow tooth enamel. Here’s what the research actually shows, what it means for cavities, and what you can do right now.

Salivary Biomarkers: What Your Saliva Could Soon Tell Your Dentist

Salivary Biomarkers: What Your Saliva Could Soon Tell Your Dentist

July 21, 2026

Saliva may soon screen for gum disease, oral cancer, and more. Learn what salivary biomarkers are, what the ADA summit found, and what it means for your care.

Scientists Are Regrowing Human Teeth: 7 Things You Should Know About This Dental Breakthrough

Scientists Are Regrowing Human Teeth: 7 Things You Should Know About This Dental Breakthrough

July 19, 2026

Scientists may be close to regrowing human teeth for real. Here’s what the research actually shows, what it means for patients, and what to do about your

Viral Dental Trends on Your Feed: 8 Myths vs. the Real Facts

Viral Dental Trends on Your Feed: 8 Myths vs. the Real Facts

July 17, 2026

From charcoal toothpaste to DIY braces, viral dental trends look convincing online. Here’s what’s actually safe and what your dentist wants you to know.

Viral Dental Trends: Are They Safe? Your Real Questions Answered

Viral Dental Trends: Are They Safe? Your Real Questions Answered

July 16, 2026

Filing teeth, charcoal toothpaste, oil pulling, DIY braces — our dental team answers the most common questions about viral dental trends and what’s actually