3D Printing Makes Advancements in Dentistry

Hi everyone, Since its inception in 1984, 3D printing has been researched, studied and tested for its application in medical and dental manufacturing applications, including dental crowns, bridges and implants. While it’s still in its infancy, 3D scanners and CAD/CAM...

Did our Ancestors have Better Oral Health?

Hi everyone, Did our ancestors struggle with gum disease and gingivitis as some of us do today? Did these same conditions even exist thousands of years ago?  Can studying our ancestors and their oral health help scientists eradicate modern diseases like chronic gum...

Tooth Envy in the Animal Kingdom

Hi everyone! Have you ever seen a picture of a snail in a dentist’s waiting room?  You probably won’t find one or one of sharks or crocodiles either.  For one, crocodiles are scary and sharks, while beautiful in their own way, are also creepy. What do all these...