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Should you treat a stoned patient? It's complicated
By Melissa Busch
Adult dental patients who reek of marijuana and seem stoned but who can still move and communicate should probably be treated for planned procedures, according to a commentary published in the June issue of the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
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Sun Life completes $2.5B acquisition of DentaQuest
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
U.S. employee benefits provider Sun Life Financial has completed its acquisition of Medicaid dental benefits provider DentaQuest for approximately $2.5 billion.
June 1, 2022
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Patients' mental health affects their oral health
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Individuals with mental health conditions such as depression are linked to poor oral hygiene and other dental problems, strengthening the link between mental and oral health, according to a report released in May from the U.S. nonprofit CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
May 31, 2022
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How to ethically help patients make care decisions
By Alex Dagostino
Navigating patient expectations, dental knowledge, and positions of power can be challenging. A new article published in the June edition of the Journal of the American Dental Association has explored managing the imbalance of knowledge and power between dentists and patients in decision-making.
May 31, 2022
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Oral health disparities prevalent in people with disabilities
By Alex Dagostino
Dental care is the most unmet healthcare need among people with a disability, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. About 25% of the U.S. population has a disability that hinders their function and independence.
May 31, 2022
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What factors contribute to halitosis in elderly patients?
By Alex Dagostino
Older adults are more susceptible to chronic oral health concerns, including caries, periodontal disease, and halitosis. Researchers evaluated the prevalence of halitosis and associated factors among older adults in a new study published May 25 in the Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research.
May 30, 2022
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Do's and don'ts for presenting elective dentistry
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Patients want to look their best, even in a down economy. Weddings and other life events continue taking place, and it's important for people to have confidence in their smiles, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
May 30, 2022
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Off the Cusp: Marc Gordon on getting better reimbursements
By Theresa Pablos
Off the Cusp is a new video series featuring dental industry leaders. In the first edition, Marc Gordon, president of Henry Schein's dental commercial development group, shares what staffing shortages mean for insurance reimbursements and the biggest business mistake many practices make.
May 26, 2022
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Will the Supreme Court review hygienist’s marijuana case?
By Melissa Busch
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is imploring the U.S. Supreme Court not to review decisions denying workers’ compensation reimbursement for medical marijuana prescribed for job-related injuries, including one case involving a Minnesota dental hygienist.
May 26, 2022
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Skygen adds broker portal to SaaS platform
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Software provider Skygen has launched a broker portal to its software as a service (SaaS) benefits automation platform that features digital management tools to streamline administrative workflow and expedite payment processes.
May 25, 2022
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Why do dentists experience burnout?
By Alex Dagostino
Burnout is a phenomenon that is common among healthcare providers, especially dentists, and the repercussions can be detrimental to the workplace. A new study published in the June edition of the Journal of Dentistry examined the work-related factors that contribute to burnout among dentists.
May 25, 2022
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Why dentists should prioritize cost conversations with patients
By Alex Dagostino
With the cost of medical and dental care rising, it is becoming increasingly important for healthcare providers to prioritize cost conversations. To best guide these conversations, researchers examined key factors in a study published recently in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
May 24, 2022
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