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What are the risks of counterfeit or DIY dental materials?

By Dr. Michael W. Davis

A Washington dentist elected not to follow the standard of care with endodontic cold vitality testing for patients. He allegedly swapped an approved refrigerant with an off-label product used to dust off computer keyboards. In this column, Dr. Michael W. Davis warns dentists not to make the same mistake.

March 2, 2021

German researchers net $2.5M to explore new dental materials

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A new German research foundation called InterDent will receive 2.1 million euros ($2.5 million U.S.) over the next three years to explore how dental restorations can be made to last longer.

March 1, 2021

State of U.S. oral health: 4 dental trends to watch

By Theresa Pablos

The U.S. spent $135 billion on dental services in 2018, according to a March 2 report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the health status of the nation. The whopping sum was just one of several dental trends outlined in the report.

March 1, 2021

New OSHA standards, unannounced inspections may be coming

By Melissa Busch

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may soon issue new infectious disease standards that include unannounced inspections at dental practices, according to a February 26 session at the virtual 2021 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.

March 1, 2021

Air Techniques debuts ventless systems at Chicago Midwinter

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental equipment manufacturer Air Techniques launched a new ventless vacuum system series at the virtual Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.

February 28, 2021

CDS honors 3 oral health leaders at Midwinter Meeting

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Chicago Dental Society (CDS) honored three individuals for their dedication to oral health during the virtual opening session of CDS' annual Midwinter Meeting.

February 25, 2021

National Tooth Fairy Day: Baby teeth worth more than ever

By Melissa Busch

Children are raking in more cash than ever for their primary teeth. As National Tooth Fairy Day approaches, taking place on February 28, dental teams may want to share the going rates for baby teeth based on where they live in the U.S.

February 25, 2021

Prometric implements patient-free dental licensing exam

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Testing services provider Prometric has implemented the patient-free Dental Licensure Objective Structured Clinical Examination by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations.

February 23, 2021

What do people think about others with missing teeth?

By Melissa Busch

Many people not only consider income level a defining factor for tooth loss but also associate fatter paychecks and higher social standing with having fewer missing teeth, according to data recently released by online market research platform DentaVox.

February 23, 2021

Delta Dental to offer teledentistry services to members

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Delta Dental of California has launched new teledentistry services available through videoconferencing and smartphone applications.

February 21, 2021

Recognizing Children's Dental Health Month with AAPD

By Theresa Pablos

February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and the occasion is a little more somber this year than most. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) President Dr. Jessica Lee sat down with DrBicuspid.com to discuss how the pandemic is affecting children's dental health.

February 18, 2021

Dominion extends teledentistry coverage

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental and vision insurer Dominion National announced that it is extending its coverage of teledentistry indefinitely.

February 17, 2021

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