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Opioids
N.C. updates opioid action plan to prevent misuse
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services updated the North Carolina Dental Opioid Action Plan to help dentists prevent the misuse of opioids. The updated plan provides clear steps for dentists, staff members, patients, families, and communities to address the opioid epidemic.
November 28, 2022
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Dental Education
NIH grant aids research on school-based dental programs
Christina Scherrer, a Kennesaw State University researcher, studies the effectiveness of school-based dental health programs in reducing tooth decay in elementary age children. Scherrer is now expanding her research to middle school students through a grant recently funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
November 28, 2022
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More than 32K registered to attend 2022 GNYDM
More than 32,700 people have registered to attend the 2022 Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM), according to the event's live registration numbers.
November 27, 2022
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Henry Schein announces lineup at 2022 GNYDM
Henry Schein announced it will exhibit at the 2022 Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM). The company will feature a lineup of solutions for oral health professionals.
November 27, 2022
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Product Updates
Planmeca introduces new patient chair
Planmeca announced it is growing with the introduction of a new patient chair. The Planmeca Pro50 Chair combines functionality and flexibility, providing dental professionals with a comfortable option for patients and providers, according to a press release from the company.
November 27, 2022
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Wellness
Hygienist publishes children's book on healthy nutrition habits
After seeing the adverse effects of a poor diet on one's physical and mental health, dental hygienist Travis D. Tramel, PhD, published a children's book to illustrate the importance of eating a healthy diet.
November 22, 2022
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AI
Platinum Dental partners with Overjet to provide AI analysis
Platinum Dental announced it is partnering with Overjet to provide artificial intelligence (AI)-powered x-ray analysis to all 24 of its practices.
November 22, 2022
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Implants
Free virtual dental implant marketing event November 29
Dental marketing expert and founder of Identity Dental Marketing Grace Rizza will host a free virtual event, "5 Reasons Your Dental Implant Marketing Isn't Working," on Tuesday, November 29 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET.
November 21, 2022
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DSO
Smile Generation raises $573K for patients with disabilities
Smile Generation completed a two-month fundraising campaign in support of the Pacific Dental Services Foundation, a nonprofit whose mission is to improve oral health through service opportunities.
November 21, 2022
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Pa. dentist's bone growth research to head to space
Today, multiple research topics, including bone growth research from a dentist and professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, will head to the International Space Station.
November 21, 2022
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Dental students may not be ready for emergencies
Dental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.
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Team Management
Retaining your dental team: Why training and incentives matter
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Podcasts
Podcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?
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Antibiotics
Oral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection
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Numb and number: Coding beyond local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation
By Estela Vargas
Estela Vargas, CRDH, addresses the billing and coding considerations and pitfalls in billing for IV sedation.
February 27, 2024
Estela Vargas, CRDH.
Tooth fairy finally feels the economic pinch
By Melissa Busch
Slowing inflation may have caught up with the tooth fairy.
February 27, 2024
Baby Tooth Girl
5 dental products that caught my eye at Chicago Midwinter 2024
By Kevin Henry
From ergonomics to whitening, these are the five dental products that Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry saw at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting that might be game changers for your practice.
February 26, 2024
Kevin Henry tests out the Edge Gemini ergonomic chair.
MythBusters: Separating DSO fact from fiction
By Kim McCleskey
Kim McCleskey dispels five persistent myths about dental service organizations (DSOs) and what you need to know if you’re considering retiring and selling your practice to a DSO.
February 26, 2024
Kim McCleskey.
What dental practices need to know about the Change Healthcare cyberattack
By Kevin Henry
Dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan spoke with DrBicuspid regarding the Change Healthcare cyberattack and what every dentist and dental team member needs to know.
February 26, 2024
System Error Cyberattack
1st tablet to treat chemotherapy-related mouth ulcers developed
By Ava Barros
A university in England and a U.K. pharmaceutical company have developed a first-of-its-kind tablet designed to treat mouth sores caused by high doses of chemotherapy, according to a recent press release.
February 26, 2024
Researcher
Do’s and don’ts for case presentation
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Persuading patients to accept treatment is both an art and a science, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. To increase case acceptance, follow these tips.
February 26, 2024
Dr. Roger P. Levin.
Patient data possibly stolen in cyberattack on Aspen Dental
By Melissa Busch
Patient personal data may have been taken in a ransomware attack on TAG - The Aspen Group’s dental service organization Aspen Dental.
February 23, 2024
Cyber Crime Unlock
Woman accused of reselling $270K in stolen dental items
By Melissa Busch
A woman is accused of making nearly $270,000 stealing and reselling dental products from her employer.
February 23, 2024
Search Warrant
Dentist, Moto Guzzi master engineer Dr. John A. Wittner dies
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. John A. Wittner of West Chester, PA, died on February 15, 2024. Wittner was a dentist, a legendary engineer of winning Moto Guzzi motorcycles, and a Vietnam veteran.
February 23, 2024
Dr. John A. Wittner poses with the Moto Guzzi Daytona 1000 in 1991. Image courtesy of Moto Officina/Facebook.
How to create your own path in dental hygiene
By Kristin Goodfellow
From the new grad to the RDH nearing retirement, many dental hygienists are looking for ways to improve their careers. Kristin Goodfellow, RDH, offers some advice for all hygienists, no matter where they are in their professional journey.
February 22, 2024
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Dentist stabbed at La. practice has surgery, faces long recovery
By Melissa Busch
The dentist who may have lost an eye after being stabbed multiple times by a patient while working at a practice in New Orleans on February 7 has been identified.
February 22, 2024
Dr. Katie Tran. Image courtesy of the Louisiana Dental Center.
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