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No one-size-fits-all solution for antibiotic resistance

By Joseph Constance

There is no one-size-fits-all solution to tackling antibiotic resistance, according to a commentary published in the International Dental Journal. Instead, a variety of approaches are needed to craft tailor-made solutions for locally relevant factors that drive the unnecessary use of dental antibiotics.

March 3, 2021

Patterson's dental sales spike in fiscal Q3

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Patterson Companies reported higher sales in its dental segment for the third quarter of fiscal year 2021.

March 2, 2021

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

Dentists must watch for COVID-19 vaccine's side effects

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The COVID-19 vaccine may cause side effects that dentists must be aware of, according to a letter published on February 26 in the British Dental Journal.

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

Dental ethics show value in the time of COVID-19

By Theresa Pablos

The ethical principles that helped dentists through the 1918 flu pandemic can also guide dentists today, noted dental ethics expert Nanette Elster. Elster spoke with DrBicuspid.com about ethical decisions during COVID-19 -- a topic she's also discussing at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.

February 25, 2021

How safe are aerosol-generating devices during the pandemic?

By Theresa Pablos

COVID-19 has made us rethink our norms, including the use of powered dental tools. Hygienist Karen Davis sat down with DrBicupsid.com to discuss the safety of aerosol-generating devices -- a topic she's also speaking about at the virtual 2021 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.

February 24, 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

Md. bill pushes for faster action on dental injuries

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Sen. Pam Beidle, a former dental assistant, has proposed a state bill that would require faster action on complaints about poor dental care.

February 23, 2021

What you need to know about COVID-19 and gum health

By Theresa Pablos

February is Gum Disease Awareness Month, and it couldn't be timelier as new research indicates COVID-19 is related to gum health. American Academy of Periodontology President Dr. James Wilson sat down with DrBicuspid.com to discuss the link between the novel coronavirus and oral health.

February 22, 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

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