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Cardiovascular
Daily brushing could be good for heart health
Daily brushing and flossing not only lead to healthy gums and bright, shiny teeth, but they can protect one's heart, according to research published in the International Journal of Oral Science.
November 1, 2023
Gingipain released by P. gingivalis cleaves VAMP8, thereby inhibiting autophagy through preventing autophagosomes-lysosome fusion, which causes cardiac dysfunction. Image and caption courtesy of the department of cardiovascular medicine at Tokyo Medical Dental University.
Brain
Emory to study ties between periodontal disease, Alzheimer's risk
Emory University recently received a grant to study how the oral microbiome is tied to the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
October 30, 2023
Alzheimers Phases Amyloid (1)
Dental Education
Pacific, Stanford receive $3.8M grant for 'Primed' program
The University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is collaborating with Stanford University for the Pacific-Stanford Primed Program.
October 25, 2023
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Wellness
Nearly 80% of oral health providers report COVID-related burnout
Nearly 80% of oral health providers reported burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 23, 2023
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Restorations
Military tests explore efficacy of portable dental medicine devices
The U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity partnered with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity in September to test three expeditionary dental treatment devices at Fort Liberty, NC.
October 19, 2023
A DFIS sits on display during operational testing at Fort Liberty, NC, on September 12, 2023. The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Activity partnered with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity and 257th Medical Company (Dental Area Support) recently during operational testing of the DFIS, the FPDS, and the dental amalgamator as part of a wider modernization effort to help meet the future frontline dental care needs of U.S. service members. During the operational testing, medical developers and evaluators with USAMTEAC and USAMMDA worked directly with soldiers belonging to the 257th MCDAS to assess the real-world utility of the FPDS, the DFIS, and the dental amalgamator in a field environment. Photo By T. T. Parish. Image and caption courtesy of the U.S. Army/Released.
Periodontics
Researchers discover mechanism involved in dental inflammation
Brazilian researchers have found connections in the mechanisms involved in dental pulp inflammation and root apex damage.
October 16, 2023
Inflamed Gums Man
Public Health
New research to study long-term health effects of vaping
Researchers from the Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport in the U.K. are studying the long-term health effects of smoking e-cigarettes.
October 12, 2023
Vaping E Cigarette Man
Wellness
Report: Tooth pain leads to shocking amount of work time lost
Nearly 3 in 10 Britons have taken time off from work because of tooth pain, which is equivalent to 11.7 million working-age people.
October 4, 2023
Tooth Pain Woman
Oral Cancer
Young users of e-cigarettes more likely to report chronic stress
Young people who vape are more than twice as likely to report experiencing chronic stress.
October 3, 2023
Vaping Teenager
Oral-Systemic Link
Tooth loss tied to mortality, functional disability
Preventing tooth loss may be tied to reduced mortality and functional disability, according to findings published recently in the Journal of Prosthodontic Research.
October 2, 2023
Toothless Smile
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Legal Issues
Man accused of breaking into dental practice
A man was arrested after a break-in at a New York dental practice that left equipment in ruins.
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Fluoride
Fluoride during pregnancy may affect kids' reasoning abilities
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Office Management
Do’s and don’ts for improving your practice
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Podcasts
Dr. Alan Stern: Dentistry's biggest disruption is also its biggest opportunity
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Dentist fined for ‘unprofessional’ responses to patients’ online reviews
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Man accused of breaking into dental practice
By Melissa Busch
A man was arrested after a break-in at a New York dental practice that left equipment in ruins.
August 31, 2026
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Fluoride during pregnancy may affect kids' reasoning abilities
By Melissa Busch
Fluoride consumed during pregnancy may quietly lower a child's reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills, according to a study.
August 31, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for improving your practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Regardless of your practice’s size or stage of growth, substantial gains are achievable. Start with these two changes to boost production.
August 31, 2026
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Dr. Alan Stern: Dentistry's biggest disruption is also its biggest opportunity
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Alan Stern explains why dentistry's biggest disruptors -- AI among them -- present big opportunities, if practices prepare now.
August 31, 2026
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Dentist fined for ‘unprofessional’ responses to patients’ online reviews
By Clark Kauffman
A state dental board fined a clinician, ruling that a dentist’s responses to online patient reviews violated patient confidentiality.
August 28, 2026
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What could a digital co-worker actually do in a dental practice?
By Conner Ludlow
With all the talk about flashy, futuristic AI capabilities, are we missing practical uses that make a real difference on operations?
August 28, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the benefits of cheek retractors
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Do you use retraction devices in your dental practice? If not, you're missing a great aid that can really help, says Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
August 28, 2026
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Employee accused of conning, stealing from dental practice
By Melissa Busch
A former employee was arrested for stealing from her dental practice employer.
August 27, 2026
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Who plans your aligner cases: You or your software?
By Khamzat Asabaev
Is your aligner software working for you, or are you working for it?
August 27, 2026
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The truth about dental insurance
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dental insurance once fueled practice growth, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Lower reimbursements and growing complexity are forcing tougher decisions.
August 27, 2026
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Risk management in dentistry: Do you really understand it all?
By Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA
Risk management goes beyond HIPAA. From emergency planning to fraud prevention, Tija Hunter explains how to build a compliance system.
August 27, 2026
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The hidden costs of the dental hiring crisis
By Dr. Vishal Sharma
Dr. Vishal Sharma delineates the hidden costs of dental staff turnover -- retraining and burnout -- and what practices can do.
August 27, 2026
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