Dental blog

Evidence-based articles, clinical research and commentary from Saudi Arabia's dental community.

• The Saudi Mouth — Part 4: The Sixth Complication — Saudi Arabia has a 23.1% adult diabetes prevalence. Over half of Saudi adults have periodontitis. The two conditions ar…
• The Saudi Mouth — Part 3: The Lesion You Should Not Miss — Oral cancer carries a 50% five-year survival rate when caught late — yet only 37% of Arab dentists perform routine scre…
• Introducing the Saudi Oral Health Data Hub — A single, continuously updated home for Saudi Arabia's oral health statistics — caries and periodontal prevalence, dent…
• Could Treating Gum Disease Protect Your Brain? The Periodontitis–Alzheimer Link (2026) — Individuals with chronic periodontitis have a 57% higher risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. New 2026 data confirms periodonti…
• CBCT: When the Scan Changes Care — CBCT changes endodontic plans in roughly one-quarter to two-thirds of selected cases — but it is not a default scan. A…
• The Saudi Mouth — Part 2: The Shisha Session — Shisha is the most socially normalized tobacco product in Saudi Arabia — and one of the least discussed in the dental c…
• The HITL Auditor Standard in 2026 Dental Education — The 2026 curriculum for continuing education has transitioned to a Human-in-the-Loop model, mandating a high-level Audi…
• Our Children's Teeth: Understanding Dental Caries in Saudi Arabia — Dental caries affects 96% of Saudi six-year-olds. Here's what the research tells us, why it matters, and what we as a d…
• Board-Level Intelligence: AI Chatbots Pass Simulated Endodontic Oral Examinations (2026) — A 2026 study in the Journal of Endodontics reveals that state-of-the-art AI chatbots can meet the rigorous standards of…
• Peri-Implantitis: The 60% Problem — The mean long-term disease resolution rate after surgical treatment of peri-implantitis is only 58.6%. This expert revi…
• AI in Dentistry: Navigating the Shift to Supported Practice in 2026 — In 2026, AI in dentistry is defined as a "Second Reader" for radiographic and photographic triage, prioritized for high…
• Silencing Bacteria: The Science of Quorum Sensing and the Future of Periodontal Treatment — Quorum sensing lets oral pathogens organize their attack. Quorum quenching disrupts that coordination without antibioti…
• Oral Health throughout the Lifespan — A stage-by-stage preventive oral health protocol for Saudi clinicians — from prenatal counseling to geriatric home care…
• Before the Journey: Your Complete Dental Guide for Hajj-Bound Patients — Before your patient travels to Makkah, a few targeted questions and 30 minutes of clinical prep can protect their oral…
• The Ozempic Effect: Navigating GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Oral Health in Modern Dental Practice — GLP-1 receptor agonists are reshaping dental practice across Saudi Arabia. Nearly 1 in 5 overweight adults has used sem…
• Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF): What Does the Latest Research Say? — Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is no longer a niche alternative — peer-reviewed evidence is building a strong case for i…
• The Mouth-Brain Connection: Periodontal Disease, Tooth Loss, and Cognitive Decline — Periodontal disease and tooth loss are independently linked to Alzheimer's risk through three distinct biological mecha…
• Beyond the Chair: The Clinical Evidence for Oral–Systemic Medicine — A 2025 Update — Periodontal disease as a cardiovascular risk factor, the diabetes HbA1c connection, ICU pneumonia prevention, and emerg…
• The Oral Microbiome: The Biology Behind the Oral–Systemic Connection — The oral microbiome — over 700 species in dynamic balance — is the biological engine of the oral-systemic connection. P…
• The Oral–Systemic Connection: An Introduction to the Series — Periodontal disease is now a formally recognised cardiovascular risk factor — and it connects to diabetes, cognitive de…
• A Century of Commitment; Calling for Social Historians — Historical health events in Saudi Arabia offer case studies for assessing the interaction between health, political, so…
• Press Release: AEEDC Dubai and CADEX Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Global Dental Industry — AEEDC Dubai, the world's largest annual dental event, and CADEX announce a strategic partnership to elevate the global…
• Instagram and Oral Health: How Social Media Shapes Consumer Toothpaste Choices — Social media has transformed how patients choose oral care products. A major study analyzing over 1 million Instagram p…
• Dentists' Health Matters II: Occupational Wellbeing in the Dental Workplace — Building on the first installment, this follow-up by Dr. Weam Banjar deepens the exploration of occupational health pri…
• Oral Health Research for People with Disabilities — A researcher's perspective on the complex oral health needs of people with disabilities — examining physical, psycholog…
• Accessibility and Usability of E-Library for Dental Practitioners in Saudi Arabia — A survey exploring the accessibility and usability of e-library resources for dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia — yo…
• Health Film Festival; an Opportunity for Global Health Diplomacy — The WHO recognizes film as a powerful tool for health promotion. Dr. Weam Banjar explores how health film festivals rep…
• Winning Smiles: Enhancing Athletic Performance through Advanced Sport Dentistry — Athletes' oral health is a national priority. Dr. Weam Banjar examines the evidence for sport dentistry — mouthguards,…
• The Need for Monitoring Social Media Health Related Contents — Social media has created a new arena for health content — but who monitors it? Dr. Weam Banjar argues for systematic ov…
• Health Services and Public Diplomacy — Health services extend far beyond clinical boundaries. Dr. Weam Banjar explores the intersection of health diplomacy an…
• Health Professions and Health History — Dr. Weam Banjar examines how historical events serve as case studies for the interaction between health professions and…
• Germany's Dental Industry to be Guest of Honour at AEEDC Dubai 2024 — Germany's Dental Industry named Guest of Honour at AEEDC Dubai 2024 — the world's largest annual dental conference attr…
• Conclusions from the paper "Effects of chlorhexidine mouthwash on the oral microbiome" — Key conclusions from research on how chlorhexidine mouthwash affects the oral microbiome and systemic health.
• Discover the Latest Dental Events: Get Featured in Our Curated List — Discover the Latest Dental Events: Get Featured in Our Curated List! Are you passionate about dentistry and eager to st…
• Revolutionizing Dentistry with Artificial Intelligence: Top Uses and Challenges — AI is revolutionizing dentistry — from diagnosis and imaging to treatment planning and patient communication. A compreh…
• Artificial Intelligence in the Detection and Classification of Dental Caries | Summary — AI models outperform dental professionals in detecting dental caries on radiographs, according to a study published in…
• Advanced Oral Lesion Classification and Diagnosis Using Deep Neural Networks — Deep neural networks applied to oral lesion classification — exploring how AI can improve early detection and diagnosis…
• Why Documentation Is the Key to Preserving Health History — Historical health data is an irreplaceable resource — yet much of it goes undocumented. Dr. Weam Banjar argues that sys…
• Ethical Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Dental Education — AI is entering dental education — but how do we integrate it ethically? This post examines the principles for responsib…
• Sodium Hypochlorite Accidents in Endodontics: An Overview — Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is the gold standard irrigant in endodontics — but accidents happen. This overview covers c…
• New ADA Guideline for Conservative Treatment of Tooth Decay — The ADA has released a new clinical guideline supporting conservative, non-surgical management of tooth decay in both p…
• Self-Healing Composite in Dentistry: A Promising Innovation — Self-healing composites use microcapsule technology to autonomously repair micro-cracks and extend restoration lifespan…
• Ergonomics in Dentistry: Promoting Comfort, Efficiency, and Health — Dentistry is a profession that demands precision, skill, and attention to detail. However, the nature of dental work of…
• Helping Anxious Patients: Tips for Dentists to Make Dental Visits Stress-Free — As dental professionals, we have a responsibility to provide our patients with the best possible care. This includes un…
• Revolutionizing Dentistry with 3D Printing Technology — 3D printing is transforming dental prosthetics — enabling precise, customized crowns, dentures, surgical guides, and or…
• Beating Burnout in Dentistry: How to Reclaim Your Passion and Thrive in Practice — Dentist burnout is a growing crisis silently affecting the profession worldwide. This guide examines the causes and war…
• Dentists, Are You Ready for the Future of Dentistry? — The field of dentistry is constantly evolving with new technologies like laser dentistry, 3D printing, AI, and teledent…
• The COVID-19 Pandemic Is Over: Lessons for Dentistry and Public Health in Saudi Arabia — The COVID-19 pandemic officially ended following the WHO's declaration — but what did it reveal about Saudi Arabia's pa…
• How to Speak Effectively: 10 Tips for Confident and Compelling Presentations — Public speaking is a skill that can be learned and improved with practice. Whether you’re giving a presentation at work…
• Media and Health: How Dental Professionals Can Engage Responsibly with Public Narratives — Media shapes how the public understands health — and dentistry is no exception. Dr. Weam Banjar examines the relationsh…