Vulnerable Populations

Childhood adversity may have a startling effect on oral health
By Melissa Busch
Childhood trauma may leave a mark on kids' teeth, according to a new study.
October 5, 2026
Close-up of a young, pensive girl with her chin resting on her knee.
Women carry the oral disorder burden, and it may get worse
By Melissa Busch
Women may face an oral health crisis that's about to get dramatically worse.
September 28, 2026
An older woman sits in a dental operatory chair and explains something to a woman dentist.
Do you know about this dental paradox?
By Melissa Busch
People who need dentists the most are avoiding them entirely.
September 8, 2026
A woman dentist sits in a modern dental operatory. She holds her hand to her chin deep in thought.
Coordinated care boosts oral health during pregnancy
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Scheduling dental visits during prenatal care sharply boosts follow-through for vulnerable patients.
September 4, 2026
A dentist wearing a mask uses tools to inspect a pregnant women's teeth.
Henry Schein, Special Olympics extend health partnership
The partnership, which expands health screenings and wellness support for athletes with intellectual disabilities, will last through 2030.
August 24, 2026
Three men present a ceremonial check for $125,000 to Special Olympics on stage during an awards event.
Co-substance use is surging in this age group
By Karie Neeley Anderson
The patients who may likely be using alcohol-- including drinking heavily -- and mixing it with medications and drugs may be those you least expect.
July 2, 2026
Assorted alcoholic beverages, including wine, spirits, and beer bottles with glasses on a white background.
Delta Dental invested $131 million in oral health in 2025. Here's where the money went.
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Delta Dental reached 24 million people in 2025. The full breakdown -- by population, program, and state -- is now available.
June 30, 2026
A young boy leaning against a beam smiles at the viewer.
AI translation tool bridges communication gaps for Spanish-speaking patients
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The new tool is designed to resolve communication challenges for rural practices and clinics.
June 24, 2026
Smiling older man with a blurred dental operatory background behind him.
Medicaid cuts, coverage rollbacks fueling rise in dental tourism
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Dental tourism is surging as Medicaid cuts and coverage rollbacks leave millions of Americans without affordable access to dental care.
June 22, 2026
Street view of a modern multistory commercial building with blue awnings, parked cars, and pedestrians on a sunny day in a metropolitan area.
PDS Health raises $2 million for clean water in Ethiopia
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
PDS Health's annual campaign, charity: water, has raised more than $2 million.
June 15, 2026
A young girl smiles while holding a cup of water with a mountain in the background.
Older adults may pay the price of skipping dental care
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Older people who can’t afford needed dental care may have a much higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease and dementia.
April 23, 2026
A dentist examines the teeth of an older woman.
NYU Dentistry to expand care center for kids with disabilities
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
New York University Dentistry is expanding its oral health services with a $5.5 million grant to treat children with disabilities.
April 21, 2026
Modern dental clinic reception area with purple accent wall, contemporary seating, and natural lighting from large windows
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