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Fluoride
FDA cracks down on ingestible fluoride for kids
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has moved to restrict the use of prescription ingestible fluoride supplements in children.
November 3, 2025
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Industry Updates
Gold tooth dropped in Salvation Army kettle again
For the second time in recent years, a gold tooth was left in a Salvation Army Red Kettle.
November 3, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist who had patient death verdict vacated cops plea
Dr. Jay Sadrinia was facing a new trial after a U.S. court vacated his previous guilty verdict and 20-year prison sentence.
October 31, 2025
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Legal Issues
Cause of teen's death after dental visit revealed
The cause of death of a teen who died shortly after a dental extraction has been determined.
October 30, 2025
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Oral Bacteria
Often benign oral germ causes condition that kills healthy woman
A healthy 52-year-old woman died after developing a pyopneumothorax, caused by a typically benign mouth germ.
October 29, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist fined in death of implant surgery patient
A dentist who performed implant surgery on an 81-year-old woman has agreed to resolve the case.
October 28, 2025
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Oral-Systemic Link
Want to live? Maybe keep your teeth
The risk of all-cause death appeared to rise significantly with the rapid progression of tooth loss, according to a study.
October 28, 2025
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Opioids
Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?
About 1 in 10 pediatric dental visits involving opioids were linked to overdose or persistent use.
October 27, 2025
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Legal Issues
Man sentenced for assaulting women he promised teeth whitening
A man convicted of sexually assaulting women, including those he lured into his teeth whitening salon, was sentenced to 26 years in prison.
October 24, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist arrested for soliciting undercover cop posing as boy
A dentist was arrested after allegedly attempting to solicit a teenage boy online who was an undercover officer.
October 23, 2025
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Imaging & CAD/CAM
This may indicate the severity of dental infections
This finding on computed tomography scans may predict dental infection severity and hospital outcomes.
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Marketing
Practical ways to market your dental practice using AI
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Hygiene Tools
Dr. Tom Giacobbi praises one of dentistry's unsung heroes
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Legal Issues
Dentist accused of assaulting minor hit with more charges
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Orofacial Pain
Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists
More in Home
What dental therapies are cropping up for sleep disorders?
By Ava Barros
Dentists can support sleep care in patients with obstructive sleep apnea with proven treatments and selective new options, with some caveats.
January 23, 2026
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DSO sales vs. traditional transitions: Understanding the real price
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
DSO sales promise higher returns, but incentive-based payouts create uncertainty. Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, says real value requires accounting for these factors.
January 23, 2026
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What Gen Z dental patients really want
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi explores what Gen Z dental patients value most and how practices can better connect with this growing demographic.
January 23, 2026
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Dental managers cop to defrauding Medicaid out of $365K
By Melissa Busch
Dental managers accused of using their father’s dental practice to defraud Medicaid have pleaded guilty.
January 22, 2026
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A simple nutrient may thwart biofilm
By Karie Neeley Anderson
A naturally occurring amino acid may significantly weaken biofilms that cause caries and gingivitis.
January 22, 2026
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Beyond the scaler: How biological hygienists are redefining dental care
By Tracee Dahm
Learn from biological dental hygienist Barbara Tritz, who reveals how dental hygiene is being transformed from "cleaning teeth" into true healing and prevention.
January 22, 2026
Dental Hygienist
Podcast: Unlocking interoperability is the future for dental practices
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
James Grover, president of Vyne Dental, says the need for innovation and adaptability has never been clearer in 2026 as patient and provider needs continue to evolve.
January 22, 2026
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Patient accused of practice rampage after being tardy sentenced
By Melissa Busch
A patient who reportedly trashed a dental practice in Scotland and attacked a dentist after she was told she was late for her appointment was sentenced.
January 21, 2026
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What affects the environment more: aligners or braces?
By Ava Barros
A recent review compared the ecological footprint of clear aligners versus traditional orthodontics.
January 21, 2026
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Clinical tip: How to improve scanning
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Sara Mahmood shares how she ensures her team members capture the right scans every day.
January 21, 2026
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Podcast: Addressing oral health inequity while advancing technology and care
By Kevin Henry
Ellen Bosl of Solventum joins the podcast to discuss oral health inequities, oral healthcare access barriers, and tech's impact on patient care.
January 21, 2026
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This may be better for disinfecting root canals
By Ava Barros
This nanoparticle exerted strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effects, suggesting its use an alternative to sodium hypochlorite for root canal disinfection.
January 20, 2026
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