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Infection Control
OSAP recognizes Dental Infection Control Awareness Month
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is recognizing Dental Infection Control Awareness Month in September with the theme "Staying in the Know Together."
August 30, 2022
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DTA opposes continuation of China tariffs
The Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) has submitted comments to the U.S. International Trade Commission opposing any continuation of the China 301 tariffs.
August 30, 2022
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DSO Sage Dental, Neodent treat patients in Brazil
Dental service organization (DSO) Sage Dental partnered with Straumann Group's dental implant company Neodent to provide implant surgeries to disadvantaged patients in Brazil.
August 30, 2022
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USOSM enters Ill. market with new partnership
U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) has signed Erickson Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Carol Stream, IL, as a new partner practice.
August 29, 2022
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Hygiene Tools
Henry Schein buys Midway Dental Supply
Henry Schein has acquired Midway Dental Supply, a dental equipment distributor based in Livonia, MI.
August 29, 2022
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Smile Doctors signs Farina Orthodontic Specialists
Dental service organization Smile Doctors has signed Farina Orthodontic Specialists in Tampa, FL, as a new partner.
August 29, 2022
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Infection Control
ADA releases updated infection control guide
The ADA has released an updated infection control reference that includes guidance on preventing infection from SARS-CoV-2.
August 28, 2022
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Legal Issues
NY dentist disciplined for fraudulent acquisition of oxycodone
A New York dentist has been sentenced to one year of probation and levied a civil liability fine of $100,000 for fraudulently acquiring oxycodone, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of New York.
August 28, 2022
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Invisible Aligners
Orthobrain launches clear aligner
Orthodontic services developer Orthobrain has launched a new clear aligner system called SimplyClear.
August 28, 2022
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AI
Retrace cites study on deep fake tech helping predict disease
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
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Suspected DUI crash leads to call not to eat toothpaste
A woman's bizarre toothpaste trick failed during a DUI stop.
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More than 8 in 10 HSA and FSA holders would spend tax-free dollars on oral care
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Office Management
From Sunday night dread to freedom: How one dentist redesigned her dental practice
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Infection Control
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the importance of a water control referee in your practice
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Assault of 2 patients results in dentist’s suspension
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How one dentist saw assisted hygiene transform his business model
By Dr. Kartik Antani
Dr. Kartik Antani admits he was very reluctant to make any changes to his dental hygiene departments. However, here's why he believes assisted hygiene catapulted the group's growth and was well worth the risks.
January 30, 2025
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Patient death triggers sanctions against a 2nd Iowa dentist
By Clark Kauffman
A second Iowa dentist is facing licensing sanctions related to a dental procedure that resulted in the death of a patient.
January 30, 2025
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Restoring aesthetics and durability in a bruxism case
By Dr. Jae Seon Kim, MSD
Patients suffering from bruxism pose unique challenges to dentists, especially when creating beautiful, strong, lasting restorations. Dr. Jae Seon Kim shares a fascinating case of how he transformed one woman's smile.
January 30, 2025
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An easy way to extend teeth whitening
By Ava Barros
Over-the-counter whitening strips may enhance and prolong the whitening results of in-office treatments, according to research published on January 23 in the Journal of Dentistry.
January 30, 2025
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'Anesthetic Intelligence': Dentistry's most important 'AI'?
By Balanced Pharma
New local dental anesthetics can reduce pain, reduce waiting time, and offer increased reliability.
January 30, 2025
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Is VPR or face scans better for smile design?
By Ava Barros
There may be notable differences in the trueness and precision of facial scans compared to virtual patient representations (VPRs), according to a study published in the Journal of Prosthodontics.
January 30, 2025
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Court sides with orthodontist, tosses malpractice case
By Melissa Busch
A U.S. judge denied a new trial, upholding a verdict to have a malpractice case thrown out against an orthodontist accused of treatment that permanently altered a patient's teeth and jaw.
January 29, 2025
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How U.S. adults are really addressing oral care
By Ava Barros
Though U.S. adults who brush twice or more daily reported fewer dental issues than those who did it less often, only about half do it that many times each day, according to news from YouGov Profile.
January 29, 2025
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Clinical tip: Repositioning a luxated tooth
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Doug Smail returns with advice to benefit younger dental patients who come into your practice after an accident.
January 29, 2025
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Why you should stop printing a Dentrix ledger for tax statement requests
By Kevin Henry
Dayna Johnson has a simple message for dental practices this time of year: Make sure you're sending your patients what they need rather than what they think they need for tax purposes.
January 29, 2025
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1st case of anesthesia-induced bone death in healthy patient
By Melissa Busch
A healthy man had bone tissue death in his jaw following an anesthesia injection for a cavity, which is believed to be the first reported case of this complication.
January 28, 2025
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Gum disease plus diabetes damages more than health
By Ava Barros
There may be a link between periodontal disease, diabetes mellitus, and annual healthcare expenditures, with individuals having both conditions paying more. This study was recently published in the Journal of Periodontology.
January 28, 2025
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