Dr. Jared Bowyer

06/25/2026

Did you know that teeth can be used to restore sight? A rare surgical procedure called Osteo-Odonto-Keratoprosthesis (OOKP) helped this blind man get his vision back.

A rare operation, called tooth-in-eye surgery, restored sight for a...

06/18/2026

Stem cells in wisdom tooth cores might hold the key to revolutionary medical treatments.

🔬 Wisdom Teeth Stem Cells Could Treat Serious Diseases 🧠Find the ...

06/17/2026

Our ever-popular guide to Vancouver-area fireworks displays has been updated for 2026! Check out this blog post to find some Independence Day fun around Vancouver.

Looking for a great Independence Day fireworks show in Vancouver, Washington? We've compiled a list of our favorites.

06/11/2026

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often have oral health complications that make their condition worse. It works the other way as well - oral inflammation can make kidney conditions worse. A holistic approach from dentists and nephrologists working together leads to better patient outcomes.

A recent narrative review has synthesised evidence on the bidirectional relationship between CKD and oral disease.

06/04/2026

Archaeologists have made an incredible find - the oldest known evidence of dental surgery! This 59,000 year-old Neanderthal tooth shows proof of a successful cavity treatment.

Archaeologists say a 59,000-year-old Neanderthal tooth discovered in a Siberian cave displays evidence of the first known dental surgery.Ellen Phiddian from ...

05/28/2026

Dental prosthetics don't only improve human lives - they can save animals too. This team of Alabama dentists used their expertise and technology to help a zoo bird get a new beak.

By Micah Hardge | UAB News Meet Beauregard, a green aracari bird from the Birmingham Zoo. Though much smaller, aracaris belong to the same bird family as the iconic toucan. At about 3 months old, B…

05/21/2026

A tooth infection could put your overall health at risk. Scientists have found a connection between tooth infections, chronic inflammation, and blood sugar problems. Don't hold off on that dental checkup!

Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around tooth roots can create chronic inflammation that spreads through the body and may interfere with insulin function. Studies found that people who underwent root canal treatment...

05/20/2026

Looking for some fun events in Vancouver, Washington this summer? Check out our latest blog post for a list of the best summer festivals in the area.