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Patient satisfaction with dental insurance drops
By Alex Dagostino
Overall satisfaction with dental plans is down 15 points on a 1,000-point scale from a year ago, according to data released by J.D. Power on June 14. The survey, says J.D. Powers, highlights that dental plan providers must employ strong communication strategies to highlight the value of the insurance plan, and they must increase customer satisfaction.
June 16, 2022
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DANB, OSAP unveil infection prevention and control certification
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) launched the Dental Industry Specialist in Infection Prevention and Control (DISIPC) certification program.
June 15, 2022
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Why the war in Ukraine might make root canals more difficult
By Darius Tahir
The war in Ukraine is being felt worldwide, and the U.S. healthcare system is not immune. Supplies of helium, critical for magnetic resonance imaging machines, and nitrous oxide, important for dentistry, are two healthcare products that have been mired by shortages.
June 15, 2022
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Gentler brushing may be just around the bend
By Melissa Busch
Using a toothbrush designed with a jointlike element, which makes the neck flexible, may result in patients exerting less force when cleaning their teeth, according to a new study published June 8 in BMC Oral Health.
June 12, 2022
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Week in Review: Kidney function tied to blood fluoride levels | Dental care before heart surgeries | Mental health issues common for dentists
By Theresa Pablos
June 10, 2022
Nearly half of dentists experience mental health issues
By Melissa Busch
More than 40% of dentists say they have experienced a mental health issue, including burnout, mood disorders, or serious thoughts of suicide. Too many don't consider taking a break from practicing, according to a study published June 9 in Healthcare Management Forum.
June 9, 2022
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Liquid Core Gum Company releases charcoal-based gum
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Liquid Core Gum Company has released a new chewing gum containing activated charcoal and hydroxyapatite.
June 9, 2022
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Hypertension and tooth loss: Which one is the cause?
By Alex Dagostino
The relationship between tooth loss and hypertension may be bidirectional, according to a study published June 2 in the Journal of Dentistry. Because of a lack of unanimity in the literature, researchers conducted the study to examine the association between the two conditions.
June 8, 2022
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Kidney function tied to higher blood fluoride in U.S. teens
By Melissa Busch
Fluoride levels were higher in the blood of U.S. adolescents with lower renal function, according to a study published June 7 in Environmental Research. The findings suggest a relationship between kidney function, plasma fluoride levels, and the levels of fluoride in community drinking water.
June 7, 2022
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Why dentists should look for numb chin syndrome
By Alex Dagostino
Numb chin syndrome is a rare sensory neuropathy of the mental nerve. Because oral healthcare professionals are often the first to encounter patients with this condition, they should recognize and understand it, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
June 6, 2022
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Patients know good oral health habits but still don't do them
By Melissa Busch
Most dental patients understand the benefits of flossing and using a mouth rinse; however, only about 1 in 6 engage in these habits daily, according to a study published June 2 in the Journal of Dental Hygiene.
June 5, 2022
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The evolutionary significance of a kiss
By Alex Dagostino
Have you ever wondered what's in a kiss? Research suggests that kissing may have broader evolutionary significance than social and romantic implications. The article was published in the June edition of the Journal of the American Dental Association.
June 5, 2022
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