July 20, 2026
Arizona Dental Brief — July 20, 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.Immune Pathway Identified in Progression of Oral Precancerous Lesions
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center identified an immune pathway that may promote the progression of oral precancerous lesions into head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Read at News-Medical — Dentistry -
2.Study Explores Chewing Gum's Role in Blood Pressure Management After Nitrate-Rich Foods
A new study found that chewing sugary gum after eating nitrate-rich vegetables or drinking beetroot juice helped the body produce more beneficial nitrite, leading to a temporary drop in blood pressure.
Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry -
3.Lyon College Pediatric Dentist Receives National Recognition
Dr. Jessica Sliger, an adjunct faculty member at Lyon College School of Dental Medicine, received multiple national honors including recognition from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry for her leadership and contributions to pediatric dentistry.
Read at Dentistry Today