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Caffeine may be opioid alternative for implant therapy

By Theresa Pablos

Can caffeine help solve the opioid crisis? Research suggests that acetaminophen with caffeine may be a viable alternative to opioids after dental implant treatment.

September 27, 2017

Study explores link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis

By Lori Roniger

Periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis are both chronic inflammatory diseases and share other similarities. But is there a causative relationship? A new study examines the evidence.

September 25, 2017

Are periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis linked?

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

At first glance, periodontal disease and rheumatoid arthritis may not seem to have anything in common. However, periodontist Alvin Danenberg digs into the research and finds they may have more common ground than first thought.

September 12, 2017

Antibiotic guidelines for everyday dentistry

By Theresa Pablos

Dentists are on the front line in the war against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, said Dr. Peter Jacobsen at the recent California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting. Find out his guidelines for writing safe and effective antibiotic prescriptions.

August 30, 2017

New products from CDA Presents 2017 in San Francisco

By Tony Edwards

SAN FRANCISCO - A highlight of the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting is the many new, useful, and interesting products on display in the exhibit hall. Here we bring you a look at some of the offerings from companies such as Air Techniques, Sikka Software, Zest Dental Solutions, and more.

August 24, 2017

Study: Saliva test may detect Zika virus

By Tony Edwards

With the transmission of the Zika virus a concern in 70 countries, including the U.S., an accurate, quick, and cost-effective test is needed to see if a patient has contracted the virus. A saliva-based test may be effective, and dentists may play a key role in the future surveillance and detection of the virus, according to a study and commentary published on August 21 in the Journal of Dental Research.

August 22, 2017

Does a drug holiday aid BRONJ patients undergoing surgery?

By Tony Edwards

In patients with bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ), what is the best treatment to prevent a relapse? While a so-called drug holiday is often recommended before BRONJ surgery, a new study finds that this discontinuation of the drug did not influence the likelihood of relapse but the type of surgery did.

July 24, 2017

Can symptoms help identify certain oral mucosal lesions?

By Lori Roniger

What's the best way to determine the type of oral mucosal lesion a patient may have? Can symptoms such as xerostomia and differences in saliva help distinguish oral lichen planus, oral lichenoid lesions, and stomatitis in patients with or without contact allergies? Researchers sought to find out.

July 10, 2017

What makes a successful smile?

By Theresa Pablos

What qualities make a smile successful? Researchers of a new study explored how mouth angle, smile extent, timing, and number of teeth shown can change how a smile is perceived. Their answer? The perfect smile can take a number of different forms.

June 28, 2017

U.S. appeals court upholds decision for AAID over Texas board

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A U.S. appeals court has affirmed a lower court's decision in favor of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) that the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners' rule on dental specialist advertising is unconstitutional.

June 20, 2017

Are dentists following guidelines on antibiotics?

By Tony Edwards

Healthcare providers are being asked to use antibiotics less often to reduce the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, but are dentists getting the message? A new study found good and bad news when it comes to how dentists are using preventive antibiotics in patients at risk for infective endocarditis.

May 29, 2017

New product: StellaLife launches oral care system

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

StellaLife has launched a system of products for recovery after dental surgery.

May 17, 2017

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