Dental Specialties: Page 54

Clinical tip: How to use a ghost dental implant for bridge planning

By Kevin Henry

Dr. Doug Smail is back with another great clinical tip from CDOCS, this time focusing on helping a dental patient with fractures in teeth #4 and #5.

August 21, 2024

Gastric sleeve may improve gum disease, especially in diabetic patients

By Ava Barros

Sleeve gastrectomy may improve periodontal health in patients with and without type 2 diabetes largely due to a significant reduction in inflammatory biomarkers, according to a study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.

August 21, 2024

Go ahead, tell patients to rinse and spit after SDF therapy

By Ava Barros

Waiting 30 minutes to rinse after silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is no more effective at preventing early childhood caries than rinsing immediately, according to the results of a trial published in the Journal of Dentistry.

August 19, 2024

This is the key to designing an aesthetic smile

By Melissa Busch

When creating an aesthetic smile, 2D and 3D symmetry of natural incisors is rare, highlighting the importance of authenticity over flawlessness, reports a study published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.

August 17, 2024

It may be time to evaluate sealant delivery programs

By Ava Barros

The use of second-molar sealants among U.S. adolescents is low. Programs should focus on improving their delivery alongside first-molar sealants, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

August 17, 2024

How one dentist carved out a cosmetic dentistry niche

By Kevin Henry

Dr. Tyler Hales stands out, both with his personality and his clinical skills. In this interview, Hales shares his journey and insights on building a successful practice focused on smile design.

August 17, 2024

Occurrence of orofacial pain may be on the rise

By Melissa Busch

The incidence of orofacial pain appears to have risen since the COVID-19 pandemic, with patients reporting spikes in facial and oral mucosal pain before and after infection, reports a study published in the International Dental Journal.

August 16, 2024

This strategy may reduce repeat dental anesthesia in kids

By Ava Barros

The use of full-coverage restorations on primary molars and canines during general anesthesia (GA) may be linked to pediatric patients needing repeat GA, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

August 15, 2024

High birth weight may be a risk factor for caries

By Ava Barros

High birth weight may serve as a predictor for early childhood tooth decay and should be factored into risk assessments to prevent caries, according to a birth cohort study published in BMC Oral Health.

August 14, 2024

Formlabs' Premium Teeth Resin gains FDA 510(k) clearance for temporary crowns, bridges

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

3D dental printing company Formlabs Dental has received 510(k) medical device clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Premium Teeth Resin.

August 8, 2024

Clinical tip: Grafting and suturing techniques following an extraction

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

This week's clinical tip from CDOCS comes from Dr. Doug Smail, and he's focusing on improving your grafting and suturing game.

August 7, 2024

Orthodontic pain from fixed appliances, clear aligners equal

By Ava Barros

Patients with fixed appliances and clear aligners experience comparable pain levels two days after receiving appliances, according to a study recently published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

August 7, 2024

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