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CHICAGO: Saliva may soon become one of the most powerful diagnostic tools in modern dentistry, according to experts who recently gathered at the American Dental Association (ADA) Salivary Diagnostics Summit to discuss how advances in salivary biomarkers could reshape the future of oral healthcare.
LONDON: A newly developed brush biopsy test capable of detecting mouth cancer in under one hour could transform the way oral cancer is diagnosed, potentially replacing the vast majority of invasive biopsy procedures currently performed on patients with suspicious oral lesions.
KARACHI: Researchers from Ziauddin University have identified metformin, one of the world's most widely prescribed diabetes medications, as a promising future therapeutic candidate for Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSF) after publishing a comprehensive systematic review in one of the world's leading pharmacology journals.
For decades, the idea of regrowing a lost human tooth belonged to science fiction.
It may sound surprising, but a growing body of scientific evidence suggests that what happens inside the mouth may have consequences far beyond teeth and gums.
NEW YORK: Gum disease affects millions of people worldwide, but among individuals with Down syndrome, the burden is especially severe and often begins at a young age.
A tiny intraoral robot developed by researchers at the University of Basel could transform the future of restorative dentistry by enabling dentists to complete crown preparations in a single appointment, potentially eliminating the need for patients to return for additional visits.
Artificial intelligence (AI) combined with digital dental scans could soon help dentists identify erosive tooth wear earlier and with greater accuracy, according to new research that highlights the growing role of technology in modern oral healthcare.
As the dental profession increasingly balances patient-centered care with environmental sustainability, a growing body of research is exploring whether silicone toothbrushes could offer advantages beyond reducing plastic waste.
KARACHI: Pakistani dental researcher Dr Ramsha Akhtar has been nominated for the Impactful Leaders Award 2025 in recognition of her pioneering work in regenerative dentistry, a rapidly evolving field that aims to repair, replace, or regenerate damaged oral tissues using advanced biological technologies.
