Orofacial Pain

Study: U.S. dentists prescribe opioids 24 times higher than peer nations
By Kevin Henry
A new study shows that although opioid prescribing has declined, U.S. dentists continue to issue the drugs at concerning rates.
April 29, 2026
Opioids
Buffered local anesthesia may be a game changer
By Melissa Busch
Sodium bicarbonate may be the trick that transforms patient comfort during injections.
April 24, 2026
Anesthetic Needle Vials
ADA updates sedation and anesthesia guidelines
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA released its first comprehensive revision of sedation and anesthesia use and teaching guidelines in nearly a decade.
April 23, 2026
Dental Treatment Sedation 400
This is cortisol's possible role in TMDs
By Ava Barros
New research suggests high cortisol may be a biomarker for temporomandibular disorders, while certain computer-guided occlusal adjustments may reduce cortisol.
March 25, 2026
Jaw Pain Woman
Catching up from Chicago Midwinter: An answer for painless dentistry?
By Kevin Henry
Here's why one dentist is excited about an anesthesia product that recently gained FDA approval and is changing the way he practices.
March 13, 2026
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
How buffering local anesthetic can transform dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Learn the history, benefits, and practical application of buffering local anesthetics in dentistry, with insights from Dr. Jason Goodchild.
March 11, 2026
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Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists
By Ava Barros
A JADA study reports a woeful shortage of orofacial pain specialists in the U.S. -- approximately 531 providers for 333 million people.
February 26, 2026
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These addictions may be tied to TMDs
By Ava Barros
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be associated with higher rates of certain addictions among university students, according to a BMC Oral Health study.
January 30, 2026
Cigarette Smoker Closeup
Do you know which patients are at greater risk of dental pain?
By Ava Barros
Research suggests the roots of tooth pain may lie in social and maternal education gaps, reports a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.
January 29, 2026
Man Jaw Tooth Pain
Social media misinformation and how it can lead to dental pain
By Kevin Henry
Aggressive dentistry and social media misinformation can disastrously harm patients. Dr. Anjali Rajpal discusses why expert guidance is crucial for safeguarding patients' oral health.
January 29, 2026
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
$17M grant to study TMDs and better treatments
By Ava Barros
University at Buffalo researchers are participating in a multi-institutional study to deepen the understanding of TMDs and drive better treatments.
January 29, 2026
Scientists Collaborate Team
What you need to know about adolescents with TMD symptoms
By Ava Barros
Preteens and teens with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be more likely to experience psychological distress and chronic headaches, a new JADA study reports.
January 5, 2026
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