University of Texas at Dallas researchers have developed a technology that enables same-day, 3D-printed dental restorations made of zirconia, the gold-standard material for permanent dental work.

The team is working to make the technology, which could be used for crowns, bridges, veneers and other restorations, commercially available with support from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Healing doesn’t end with treatment. As cancer survivorship grows, many continue to struggle with anxiety and depression – often in silence. A new review highlights how caring-healing modalities (CHMs) like mindfulness and peer support can build resilience and reduce emotional distress. These human-centered approaches shift focus from treatment to healing, helping survivors reclaim their sense of self. Rooted in empathy and emotional expression, CHMs offer a whole-person approach that meets the deep psychological needs often overlooked in survivorship care –especially among breast cancer survivors.