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New product: Planmeca debuts surgical implant guide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental equipment manufacturer Planmeca has introduced a surgical implant guide.
December 5, 2017
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5 questions patients ask about gum disease
By Dr. Alvin Danenberg
Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg receives questions from patients all over the world about gum disease. While patients' specific conditions vary, in general the conversations seem to revolve around these five questions. How do you address these patient questions?
December 5, 2017
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Perio treatment has hidden benefit for diabetes patients
By Theresa Pablos
Nonsurgical periodontal treatment may positively impact the lives of patients with diabetes, even when it does not directly improve diabetes indicators. The findings come from a new study investigating the effects of scaling and root planing on patients with type 2 diabetes.
December 5, 2017
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Prophylaxis against overprescribing
By Tom Viola, RPh
The prophylactic use of antibiotics for preventing prosthetic joint replacement infection remains one of the most contested issues in dentistry. Pharmacist Tom Viola walks you through the clinical practice recommendations.
November 13, 2017
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Which carious pathogens are in your patients' mouths?
By Tony Edwards
Would telling your patients that carious pathogens are lurking between their teeth spur them to take brushing and flossing more seriously? The first study to measure the presence of specific bacteria and fungus in interdental biofilms may allow you to do just that.
October 23, 2017
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Study: Corrective surgery may benefit TMD patients
By Tony Edwards
Do you have patients with dentofacial deformities who also have a pre-existing temporomandibular disorder (TMD)? If you are concerned about finding the best way to help these patients with both their pain and their jaw function, the researchers of a new study suggest corrective, or orthognathic, surgery may be the ticket.
October 19, 2017
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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
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Anticoagulants: To bleed or not to bleed?
By Tom Viola, RPh
The debate over the use of anticoagulants before and after dental procedures has raged for many years now, with strong arguments on both sides of the issue. The addition of several new anticoagulants in recent years has only added some confusion. Pharmacist Tom Viola helps you focus on what options are best for your patients.
October 17, 2017
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Buffered lidocaine appears to have clinical benefits
By Theresa Pablos
A lower dose of buffered lidocaine may be more effective than a higher but nonbuffered dose of the local anesthetic, according to new research presented at the 2017 American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons meeting in San Francisco.
October 15, 2017
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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
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New product: Nobel Biocare debuts arch system at AAOMS
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Nobel Biocare has launched the Trefoil arch system at the Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) 2017 annual meeting in San Francisco.
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
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