Arizona Dental Brief — July 28, 2026

A short, sourced digest of oral-health research and dental-industry news relevant to practices and patients across Arizona — 5 items today, each linked to its original source.

1. New Fluoride-Free Gel Shows Promise for Regrowing Tooth Enamel

Researchers developed a gel inspired by proteins that guide natural enamel formation, which fills microscopic cracks and draws calcium and phosphate from saliva to create 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 produced only temporary mouth acidity changes before saliva restored normal conditions, while sugary soda caused stronger and longer-lasting pH drops.

Read at ScienceDaily — Dentistry →

3. Congressman Introduces ORTHO Act to Establish Teledentistry Safety Standards for Orthodontics

U.S. Congressman Brian Babin introduced H.R. 9829 to establish patient safety standards for orthodontic treatment delivered through teledentistry platforms.

Read at Dentistry Today →

4. Simvastatin Identified as Potential Adjuvant Treatment for Periodontitis

Research shows that Porphyromonas gingivalis evades antibiotics by invading host cells, and simvastatin may help address this mechanism in periodontitis treatment.

Read at News-Medical — Dentistry →

5. Scoping Review Examines Oral Health Misinformation Online

A review of online oral health misinformation identifies gaps in evidence and highlights how misleading content affects patient behavior in dentistry.

Read at News-Medical — Dentistry →

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