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LED Dental partners with USI, Kells
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
LED Dental has entered into partnerships with insurance and consulting firm USI and artificial intelligence (AI) firm Kells.
December 15, 2022
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New Zealand to ban tobacco sales
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
New Zealand has passed an anti-smoking bill that will ban the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, according to a report published December 13 on CNN.com.
December 15, 2022
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Gum disease may be a risk factor for alopecia
By Melissa Busch
Patients with periodontitis may be at a much greater risk of developing alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease characterized by hair loss, according to a study published on November 17 in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.
November 22, 2022
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Dental visits tied to lower risk of head and neck cancer
By Alex Dagostino
Visiting the dentist may reduce one's risk of head and neck cancer, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed the relationship between the time that had elapsed since patients' most recent dental visit and a diagnosis of head and neck cancer. The results were published in Oral Oncology Reports on October 28.
October 30, 2022
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Common TMD may be linked to calcium, vitamin D
By Melissa Busch
Patients with a common type of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) had lower calcium and vitamin D levels, indicating that calcium metabolism may be linked to these jaw conditions. The results were published on October 21 in the Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
October 26, 2022
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Researchers stress screening for white coat hypertension
By Alex Dagostino
It's no secret that stress can cause high blood pressure. For many patients, going to the dental office is stressful. Add in the COVID-19 pandemic, and it's all the more important for dental professionals to help manage patient stress, according to a letter published in the Journal of Dental Sciences.
October 23, 2022
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Viome raises $67M for oral health tests, more
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Biotechnology company Viome Life Sciences has raised more than $67 million to fund an oral health intelligence test and early detection diagnostics for chronic diseases, cancers, and more.
October 19, 2022
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Dental Medicare expansion could save billions, CareQuest finds
By Melissa Busch
Expanding Medicare dental coverage could save the U.S. up to $42 billion annually for patients with diabetes and heart disease, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. It's one of the latest data points in the continuing conversation around government-backed dental benefits.
October 13, 2022
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Occlusion linked to brain activity in new study
By Alex Dagostino
Researchers have identified the relationship between occlusion and brain activity in a study published recently in the Saudi Dental Journal. Their review of 12 studies indicates that changes in occlusion can affect a part of the brain that controls movements.
September 27, 2022
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What you need to know about dental teams and mental health
By Melissa Busch
The COVID-19 pandemic, as well as increasing rates of anxiety and depression, have deeply affected oral healthcare professionals. Recently, representatives from the ADA, the American Dental Hygienists' Association, and guest experts in mental health discussed the challenges and what can be done to manage the health and well-being of dental teams.
September 26, 2022
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Week in Review: What sugar does to enamel | ADA weighs in on Medicare changes | Caring for patients with cancer
By Theresa Pablos
September 9, 2022
Dr. Alvin Danenberg launches new book
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Alvin Danenberg's new book, Eat as if Your Life Depends on It!, launched September 9. Danenberg highlights the prevalence of gingivitis and periodontitis in the U.S. and describes the importance of a robust immune system to prevent chronic diseases, including periodontal disease and dental decay.
September 8, 2022
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