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Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes

By Melissa Busch

Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.

November 13, 2024

A smart hack for an implant-supported denture

By Ava Barros

A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.

November 13, 2024

Ingested denture required 2 surgeries, months of recovery for man

By Melissa Busch

A man unknowingly swallowed his partial denture, causing an abnormal connection between his esophagus and trachea that required him to undergo two surgeries and eight months of recovery.

November 12, 2024

Topical fluoride may reduce radiation caries

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Topical fluoride may effectively reduce radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, according to a systematic review recently published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

November 12, 2024

Gum disease may not be linked to implant failure

By Ava Barros

The extent, severity, and progression rate of periodontitis may not significantly affect implant treatment, according to research recently published in the Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

November 11, 2024

Trump expected to end water fluoridation in 2025

By Melissa Busch

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said President-elect Donald Trump will recommend in January that fluoride be removed from public water systems.

November 11, 2024

The key to dentin hypersensitivity may be in your kitchen

By Melissa Busch

An antioxidant found in many plants like grapes and apples, as well as red wine and green tea, may aid in the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity.

November 8, 2024

ORB launches smart mouthguard

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

ORB Innovations has launched the ORB Sport Smart Mouthguard, a wearable for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

November 7, 2024

How gender and bruxism affect the masseter muscle

By Ava Barros

Bruxism affects the masseter muscle differently by gender, suggesting the need for a gender-specific approach in assessing bruxism's impact on this muscle, suggests a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

November 6, 2024

Balanced Pharma acquires injectable non-opioid dental drug

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Balanced Pharma has acquired the rights to Enduracaine Dental, a non-opioid injectable pain relief drug that can be used during oral surgery.

November 5, 2024

What do you do when a dental patient refuses local anesthetic?

By Kevin Henry

A recent article on DrBicuspid.com had us asking questions, and a Chicago-area dentist gave her opinion on what to do when a patient refuses anesthesia for a minor dental procedure.

November 5, 2024

Clinical tip: Revolutionizing class II restorations in the dental practice

By Kevin Henry

In this episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," Kevin Henry speaks with Dr. David Clark about the evolution of composite dentistry, the challenges of adapting to new techniques, and the importance of confidence.

November 5, 2024

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