July 27, 2026
Arizona Dental Brief — July 27, 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.New Fluoride-Free Gel Shows Promise for Regrowing Tooth Enamel
Researchers developed a gel inspired by proteins that guide enamel formation in infancy, which fills microscopic cracks and draws calcium and phosphate from saliva to build a new mineral layer matching healthy enamel.
Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry -
2.Study Compares Effects of Sparkling Water and Soda on Tooth Acidity
A preliminary study found that unsweetened sparkling water produces only temporary mouth acidity decline before saliva restores normal conditions, while soda causes stronger and longer pH drops, with sparkling water keeping acidity above enamel-damaging levels.
Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry -
3.Congressman Introduces ORTHO Act to Establish Teledentistry Safety Standards
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin introduced H.R. 9829 to establish patient safety standards for orthodontic treatment provided through teledentistry.
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4.Simvastatin Identified as Potential Adjuvant for Periodontitis Treatment
Research indicates that Porphyromonas gingivalis evades antibiotics by invading host cells, contributing to recurrent periodontitis, with simvastatin being explored as a treatment adjuvant.
Read at News-Medical — Dentistry -
5.Online Oral Health Misinformation About Fluoride and DIY Dentistry Impacts Patient Behavior
A scoping review identified gaps in evidence regarding online oral health misinformation and highlighted how misleading content influences patient behavior in dentistry.
Read at News-Medical — Dentistry