Sun Life stock drops due to Medicaid uncertainty leading to changes in US dental outlook
Sun Life Financial Stock Drops Following Profit Forecast Update Sun Life Financial’s stock took a significant hit, dropping 8.5% on Friday. This decline followed an announcement from Canadian insurers indicating they would miss the 2025 profit target for their U.S. dental business, mainly due to uncertainties surrounding Medicaid funding. In 2022, Sun Life fortified its […]
Research indicates that dental floss can successfully deliver vaccines via the gums.
Flossing as a Novel Vaccine Delivery Method Dental floss might do more than just keep our teeth clean. Recent research from the Texas Institute of Technology and the University of North Carolina indicates that it could potentially serve as a vaccination tool. In experiments involving animal models, scientists found that dental floss can release vaccines […]
Wisconsin dentists express concerns after an insurance company acquires a major dental practice.
Dentists Concerned Over Recent Insurance Acquisition in Wisconsin There’s a bit of unrest among dentists nationwide after a major dental insurance company in Wisconsin acquired over 30 dental practices in Madison. Delta Dentistry in Wisconsin was purchased by Cherry Tree Dental about three weeks ago. Many dental professionals believe this deal muddles the distinction between […]
Preliminary Prime Day discounts on dental care to take advantage of now
Get Ready for Amazon Prime Day with Early Oral Care Deals Amazon Prime Day is on the horizon, and it’s a good time to snag some savings on oral care products. There are discounts available on electric toothbrushes, water flossers, specialty toothpastes, and whitening strips. It’s almost like a chance to refresh your dental routine, […]
6 ways to avoid losing teeth as people age, according to dental professionals
Many people think that losing teeth is just part of aging. Yet, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2020 shows that around 11% of adults aged 65 to 74 have lost all their teeth. Experts suggest this isn’t something you just have to accept. They’ve shared tips to help prevent […]
Tooth loss doesn’t have to happen as you age: 6 tips to maintain your dental health
Dentists Discuss Chemotherapy’s Unexpected Side Effects In a recent conversation, Dr. Rajiv Saini, a dentist and periodontal specialist based in Katy, Texas, revealed some of the less commonly recognized side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy in cancer patients. Many people might think losing teeth is just something that happens as we age. But, according […]
Tourist almost set on fire after electric shock travels through his dental fillings at luxury resort
British tourists encountered a terrifying incident during their stay in Egypt when one man reported being severely electrocuted in his hotel room. Steve Ellis, a 42-year-old, was on a ten-night holiday at the Coral Sea Imperial Sensatore Hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. He described a shocking experience where he was thrown to the floor after […]
Heart health risks could rise with this dental hygiene habit, experts warn
According to Google’s trends, searches for “tongue scrapers” have almost doubled over the past 20 years. However, some experts have warned about potential risks. The practice of tongue scraping (or tongue brushing) has been a means of dental health for hundreds of years. Previous studies concluded that rubbing the tongue could improve taste sensation in […]
Dental hygienist found dead in university-owned house had troubled relationship with boyfriend: docs
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UK patients unable to get dental care after ‘eye-watering’ rise in private fees | Dentists
Private dentists are taking advantage of gaps in NHS treatment by raising prices for fillings, exams and tooth extractions to “eye-watering” levels, a study has found. The cost of common dental treatments has increased since 2022, with patients paying as much as £775 for a root canal, £435 for a tooth extracted and £325 for […]