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CAMBRA says assess 1st, but what happens when the patient still says no to fluoride?
By
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
The most effective fluoride varnish is one the dental patient accepts. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, provides coaching on how to get there.
August 11, 2026
This simple tool may bring caries to a halt
By
Ava Barros
One tiny brush, one minute -- and researchers say it could change how we treat a problem millions face before it becomes an emergency.
August 6, 2026
U.S. fluoride shortage disrupting public water systems
By
Melissa Busch
A critical shortage of fluoride is forcing some major U.S. cities to reduce tooth protection in the water supplies.
August 5, 2026
SDF may reduce radiation-induced caries progression
By
Ava Barros
A study suggests silver diamine fluoride may reduce radiation-induced caries risk and help prevent cavities despite low saliva levels.
July 30, 2026
How political affiliation can affect dental health may shock you
By
Melissa Busch
Political affiliation may secretly influence how parents protect children from disease, according to a new study.
July 16, 2026
Letter to the editor: Study finding harm to adolescent bones from combined fluoride and lead can’t be dismissed
By
Chris Neurath
A research director says DrBicuspid’s recent article correctly highlights fluoride and lead’s harmful combined effects on adolescent bone health.
June 29, 2026
U.S. fiercely divided over water fluoridation
By
Ava Barros
A new survey of U.S. adults shows mixed support for fluoridation, with notable differences between groups and their trust in sources.
June 24, 2026
About 4% of child dental sedation visits end with a problem
By
Melissa Busch
One in 27 pediatric dental sedation visits ends in an adverse outcome. Learn which patients have the highest risk of potential complications.
June 23, 2026
These may be the most common risk factors for early caries
By
Ava Barros
Two surprising risk factors have been linked to early childhood caries, reports a
Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology
study.
June 17, 2026
Letter to the editor: Weak science showing on recent fluoride article
By
Kevin Henry
A board-certified pediatric dentist says DrBicuspid's recent fluoride article overstated the science and that the study's data tell a different story.
June 16, 2026
Combined fluoride and lead exposure reduces bone health in youth
By
Will Morton
Co-exposure to fluoride and lead exacerbates changes in BMD more than single exposure, suggesting synergistic effects on bone impairment.
May 27, 2026
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on what to know about SDF
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this Just a Minute, Doc episode, Dr. Tom Giacobbi explains why silver diamine fluoride is useful but not a one-and-done solution.
May 21, 2026
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