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Vaping associated with periodontal disease
By Alex Dagostino
Many turn to electronic cigarettes as an aid to quit tobacco smoking, but new research shows that e-cigarette use has a significant association with periodontal disease, according to a first-of-its kind study published May 14 in the Journal of Dentistry.
May 23, 2022
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La. dentist dies in boat accident
By Melissa Busch
The body of a dentist who went missing after his boat was involved in an accident at a Louisiana lake was recovered on May 22, about two days after the crash, according to a release from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
May 23, 2022
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Do's and don'ts for handling staff conflict
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Staff conflict is one of the most challenging practice management concerns for dentists. It's also inevitable that disagreements among team members will arise at some point, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
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More patients presenting with orofacial pain
By Hannah Welk
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for new orofacial pain complaints and related symptoms, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The most common symptoms that providers felt were aggravated in these patients included anxiety, headache, bruxism, pain while chewing, and sleep disturbances.
May 19, 2022
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Henry Schein taps new VPs
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Henry Schein has appointed Dirk Benson as vice present and chief commercial officer of its North America distribution group and Nancy Lanni as vice president and general manager of the company's new strategic account management team.
May 17, 2022
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How important is your team?
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
How important is your team? They are the single most important factor in the success of most dental practices, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. But the formula for a winning team and practice has changed dramatically in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 17, 2022
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NY hygienists can give nitrous oxide, local anesthesia
By Melissa Busch
Dental hygienists in New York now can administer local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide to patients while assisting dentists with all dental procedures, thanks to a bill that was recently signed into law.
May 17, 2022
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Guardian Life launches new dental plans
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America has launched new dental insurance plans, including policies that offer 100% coverage for kids through age 12.
May 15, 2022
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Which gender has the best oral hygiene habits?
By Melissa Busch
Which gender has the best oral hygiene habits? In the U.S., women exhibit better oral hygiene behaviors, including proactively visiting the dentist, than men, according to a study published May 8 in the Journal of Dentistry.
May 15, 2022
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Do's and don'ts for building your practice's value
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
As practices adapt to the new dental economy, competition for patients continues to grow. Your patients want more value for their money, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
May 15, 2022
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Week in Review: Burnout among dentists | ADA working to get systems back online | Weakest link in respiratory safety
By Theresa Pablos
May 13, 2022
Save Your Tooth Month Q&A with Dr. Samuel Low
By Dr. Samuel Low
May is Save Your Tooth Month, which serves as an annual reminder about the importance of keeping teeth and gums healthy. To mark the occasion, Dr. Samuel Low, a periodontology expert and chief dental officer of Biolase, answered questions about helping dental patients keep their teeth.
May 12, 2022
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