July 14, 2026
Arizona Dental Brief — July 14, 2026
Welcome to the Arizona Dental Brief — a short, sourced digest for dental professionals and the patients we help. Every item links to its original source. This is industry information and commentary, not medical or dental advice.
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1.Gum Disease Bacteria Linked to Heart Valve Risk
Researchers found that bacteria associated with gum disease may contribute to calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The findings suggest that maintaining gum health could help reduce the risk of this serious heart condition.
Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry -
2.Stem Cell Research Identifies Pathway for Enamel Regeneration
Scientists uncovered a molecular pathway that could lead to enamel regeneration, addressing the fact that tooth enamel, despite being the hardest substance in the human body, cannot naturally repair once damaged.
Read at News-Medical — Dentistry -
3.Spear Education and Kwikly Partner on Hygienist Training
Spear Education and Kwikly announced a partnership integrating Spear's Hygiene Excellence curriculum and nearly 100 online courses into Kwikly's workforce platform to expand continuing education access for dental hygienists.
Read at Dentistry Today