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Henry Schein, Viscardi Center launch oral health project

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Henry Schein has partnered with disability rights nonprofit the Viscardi Center on a new coalition to raise awareness of and address the need for oral healthcare for people with disabilities.

October 18, 2017

Fewer comorbidities seen in surgical sleep apnea patients

By Lori Roniger

Are there differences between obstructive sleep apnea patients who undergo maxillomandibular advancement surgery and those managed medically? A new study found that those treated surgically were younger and had a lower body mass index and significantly lower rates of various comorbidities.

October 17, 2017

AAPD panel conditionally recommends SDF

By Tony Edwards

The use of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) as a topical treatment for cavities in pediatric patients has been conditionally recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) in the first evidence-based guideline on the use of SDF in these patients.

October 16, 2017

Week in Review: Dental Excellence Awards voting; plus antibiotics and financial engagement

By Tony Edwards

October 12, 2017

Dental Excellence Awards voting begins

By Tony Edwards

DrBicuspid.com is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2017 Dental Excellence Awards. Now it's up to you to determine the winners in our 10 categories, ranging from Best New CAD/CAM Product to Best New/Updated Software/Service.

October 12, 2017

Antibiotic prescription by dentists linked to serious infection

By Lori Roniger

Antibiotics prescribed by dentists may be adding to the growing problem of Clostridium difficile infection, which can cause severe diarrhea and death. Researchers have found that many of these prescriptions are unnecessary or not recorded in medical charts, and they recommend improved awareness of prescribing guidelines and communication about prescriptions.

October 11, 2017

NIDCR names recipients of $1M per year long-term awards

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has awarded four researchers approximately $1 million per year for projects focused on deepening understanding of dental, oral, and craniofacial diseases and conditions.

October 8, 2017

New product: Prophy Magic adds disposable contra angles

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Prophy Magic has introduced a new line of disposable contra angles for its Freestyle handpiece.

October 5, 2017

CDHA adds benefits, members since nixing ADHA affiliation

By Lori Roniger

The California Dental Hygienists' Association (CDHA) claims it has increased membership since ending its 90-year affiliation with the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) in 2016.

October 3, 2017

Workplace noise causes health problems for dental team

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Is the noise in your office or laboratory affecting you? Researchers assessed noise levels in both environments and found that the presence of certain types of sound and the degree of exposure were linked to various short- and long-term mental and physical effects.

September 28, 2017

Case report: 71-year-old patient with bleeding gums

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg was asked to evaluate a 71-year-old patient with bleeding gums who had not responded to a daily hygiene regimen. The patient walked out after the first visit with Dr. Danenberg but returned months later when prescription medicines did not improve his gums. How this patient's health was improved illustrates that sometimes solutions occur away from the office.

September 26, 2017

New product: Elevate Oral Care launches tinted SDF

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Elevate Oral Care has introduced a tinted version of its silver diamine fluoride (SDF) 38% product.

September 25, 2017

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