After Cancer Treatment, an Oral Health Challenge
Head and neck cancer survivors often encounter serious after-effects of radiation, surgery, and chemo. Oral surgeons can help
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Dental News
Combining Dementia Care and Dental Care
How to help a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other conditions keep their mouth healthy and pain-free. And how to have a successful visit to the dentist
How a Dentist Learned to Operate at the State House
Using advocacy to advance oral health, increase access to care, and speak up for patients
Dental Implants Could Feel More Like Real Teeth
Researchers are developing ‘smart’ implants that would provide a more natural feel while chewing or talking
Dentists Serving Their Community, No Matter Where in the World
Three members of dental school’s international student program recognized for helping others
Brushing and Flossing: Are We Doing It Right?
Turns out, this daily ritual isn’t as straightforward as it might seem. Livia Valverde, assistant professor of periodontology and periodontal predoctoral program director at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, shares why the right technique is so important. You might never brush quite the same way again.
Strong Minds, Steady Hands
Wellness matters, especially when you're a dental student.
Christina Pastan, director of Mind-Body Wellness at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and long-time yoga practitioner, teaches students stress regulation skills to manage clinical challenges. Mindfulness allows students to be present with themselves and with their patients.