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Week in Review: What to know about pregnancy, x-rays, gum disease, and more | Teledentistry in practice | Creative use for support stool

By Theresa Pablos

August 26, 2022

Retrace cites study on deep fake tech helping predict disease

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A study by Retrace found that deep fake technology improves the diagnostic accuracy of artificial intelligence algorithms in identifying periodontal disease, the results of which were published in the August issue of the Journal of Dentistry.

August 25, 2022

TheraBreath launches new whitening rinse

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

TheraBreath recently launched its Dazzling Mint Whitening Rinse, which the company said uses no peroxide or any harsh chemicals.

August 25, 2022

Young Innovations, Synapse Dental launch pain eraser

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Young Innovations and Synapse Dental are launching a new device called the Dental Pain Eraser.

August 25, 2022

Why patients aren't coming back to the dentist

By Melissa Busch

About two years have gone by since COVID-19-related restrictions were lifted, allowing practices to reopen, yet about 40% of patients continue to postpone appointments, according to a survey released on August 23 from DentalInsurance.com.

August 25, 2022

Ignorance isn't bliss when it leads to delays in dental care

By Alex Dagostino

Ignorance isn't bliss and can lead to delays in getting dental care, according to a study of more than 300 patients in Tanzania. Ignorance was one of three reasons people with caries cited for delaying seeking treatment in the study, which was published on August 25 in the International Dental Journal.

August 25, 2022

Tooth wear may not have a large impact on quality of life

By Alex Dagostino

Three out of four people experience tooth wear, but unless it's severe, tooth wear may not have a big impact on patients' oral health-related quality of life, according to a study of 570 adults that was published on August 23 in the Journal of Dentistry.

August 24, 2022

Fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size

By Melissa Busch

Prenatal fluoride exposure may be linked to increased birth size, as well as higher odds of infants being born large for their gestational age, according to a large Swedish study published on August 20 in Environmental Research.

August 23, 2022

Periodontal disease during pregnancy is an epidemic

By Alex Dagostino

Periodontal disease is an epidemic trend, according to the authors of a systematic review published on August 20 in the Journal of Dentistry. More than one-third of pregnant people experience periodontitis, and about two-thirds experience bleeding on probing, the review found.

August 23, 2022

3 benefits of lasers for the modern dental practice

By Dr. Ben Curtis

Dental lasers can significantly reduce the time it takes to complete a root canal procedure and other treatments compared to traditional high- and slow-speed handpieces. Dr. Ben Curtis shares three benefits of lasers and how he's incorporated them into his dental practice.

August 22, 2022

National Tooth Fairy Day: How much is a baby tooth worth?

By Alex Dagostino

For kids, lost baby teeth are generally cause for celebration, as the tooth fairy is dishing out more cash than ever, with a national average of $5.36 per tooth. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day, the editorial team at DrBicuspid is taking a closer look at what the fairy is leaving behind.

August 22, 2022

U.S. study links extractions, surgeries to endocarditis

By Melissa Busch

A notable link was found between invasive dental procedures, especially extractions and surgeries, and subsequent infective endocarditis in high-risk patients, according to a large U.S. study published on August 17 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

August 18, 2022

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