Dr. Tom Nabors of OralDNA Labs discusses salivary diagnostics

Oct 18, 2010

OralDNA Labs has many tests available to uncover oral HPV. Dr. Tom Nabors is at the ADA Annual Session in Orlando and was happy to discuss the tests with us!

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Dr. Chris Kammer

Does fluoride cause a decrease in IQ? A dentist says what he believes really matters

September 7, 2024

Dry Mouth Cracked Toungue

Spitting differences: Men, women differ in salivary flow

September 7, 2024

FREE Webinar September 17 at 8 p.m. EDT

FREE Webinar September 17 at 8 p.m. EDT

September 5, 2024

Do you know the link between OSA and chronic pain?

September 6, 2024

Does fluoride cause a decrease in IQ? A dentist says what he believes really matters

By Dr. Chris Kammer

With so much division about the role of fluoride in our health, is it time we look to other alternatives for answers? Dr. Chris Kammer shares his thoughts on a hot topic.

September 7, 2024

Dr. Chris Kammer

Spitting differences: Men, women differ in salivary flow

By Karie Neeley Anderson

A recent study sheds light on a finding that, while not exactly new, has significant implications for one sex and is one that clinicians should be aware of.

September 7, 2024

Dry Mouth Cracked Toungue

Study provides insights on toothbrush efficacy, replacement timing

Manual toothbrushes with specific features like cross-angle bristles combined with brushing using the modified Bass method may be the most effective method for removing plaque and reducing gingivitis.

September 7, 2024

Colored Toothbrushes Adragan

Do you know the link between OSA and chronic pain?

Researchers at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry have developed an obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) model to study chronic pain, according to university news.

September 6, 2024

Detailing the similarities between South African and U.S. dental assistants

During a recent trip to South Africa, DrBicuspid.com Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry was again reminded of how alike dental assistants can be, even halfway around the world.

September 6, 2024

Jeanné Oosthuysen and Kevin Henry in South Africa

The possible plus side to monitoring tooth wear via AI

An artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted automated system for detecting tooth wear progression may streamline diagnostics and improve decision-making for tooth restoration, reports a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.

September 5, 2024

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How dentistry's practice models continue to evolve

By Melissa Busch

Dentistry's practice models continue to change, according to new data from the ADA Health Policy Institute.

September 5, 2024

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Clinical tip: Perfecting the painless palatal injection

Here is another valuable clinical tip that can help every dental practice and dentist, courtesy of Dr. Darin O'Bryan and CDOCS.

September 5, 2024

Dr. Darin O'Bryan

Pediatric dentist pleads guilty to U.S. charges

By Melissa Busch

A pediatric dentist accused of having more than 2,700 images and videos of children has pleaded guilty.

September 4, 2024

Lawsuit Attorney Gavel Scale

What's the worst U.S. state for dental health disparities?

This state has the worst dental care, with only approximately 41% of adults visiting the dentist in 2020, according to research recently conducted by orthodontists at Celebrate Dental and Braces, which has practices in the West and Midwest.

September 4, 2024

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Transforming patient lives through nerve reconstruction in mandibular surgery

By Dr. James Melville

Mandible reconstructive surgery used to focus on tumor excision exclusively, leaving patients with permanent nerve damage. Today's surgeons, though, are using techniques to restore nerve function and quality of life, writes Dr. James Melville.

September 4, 2024

Dr. James Melville.

Training and collaboration for improved revenue cycle management in the dental practice

We followed up with Ashley Bond after the publication of her well-read article to ask her how each team member can truly help impact a dental practice's bottom line.

September 4, 2024

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