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Carmell completes merger, will focus on dental bone healing
Regenerative care firm Carmell has completed its multimillion-dollar merger with Axolotl Biologix and will narrow its focus to dental bone healing.
September 6, 2023
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DSO US Endo Partners announces name change
Dental service organization (DSO) US Endo Partners has changed its name to Specialized Dental Partners.
September 5, 2023
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China-based usmile’s toothbrush now available in U.S.
China-headquartered oral care brand usmile’s Y10 Pro sonic electric toothbrush was made available in the U.S. on September 1.
September 5, 2023
The usmile Y10 Pro sonic electric toothbrush. Image courtesy of usmile.
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TAG - The Aspen Group launches TAG University
TAG - The Aspen Group has launched TAG University for its members, including those affiliated with dental service organization Aspen Dental.
September 1, 2023
TAG University. Image courtesy of TAG - The Aspen Group.
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IU dental school offering dual DDS-MBA degree
Indiana University (IU) is offering a dual Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program.
September 1, 2023
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DSO MB2 Dental reaches 600 supported practices
Dental service organization (DSO) MB2 Dental has reached a milestone of 600 affiliate dental practices.
August 31, 2023
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OSAP celebrates DICAM starting Sept. 1
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is recognizing Dental Infection Awareness Month (DICAM), which starts September 1.
August 31, 2023
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GPO Sevāredent partners with Overjet
Sevāredent Sourcing Solutions has introduced Overjet to its 2,000 contracted practices.
August 30, 2023
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HPU dental school receives CODA accreditation
High Point University’s (HPU) dental school has received accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
August 30, 2023
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DSO Specialty1 Partners secures 5-year deal with Synchrony
Specialty1 Partners has signed a five-year partnership with Synchrony's CareCredit credit card.
August 29, 2023
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Pediatric dentist accused of performing surgery while intoxicated
A dentist in Texas was arrested for compromising patient safety at a pediatric practice.
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1 in 10 overdoses on medication for dental pain
By Melissa Busch
About 10% of dental patients accidentally overdose on pain medication, according to a new study.
January 27, 2025
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Why dentists don't participate in state health programs
By Ava Barros
Challenges, like funding constraints and limited input in policy changes, may prevent general dental practitioners from participating in publicly funded oral healthcare programs, reports a review published in Health Policy.
January 27, 2025
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CE shouldn't be boring: Why dental meetings need expert speakers who engage
By Ryan Vet
Dental continuing education (CE) will only remain relevant if it provides something attendees can't get from an on-demand webinar or a YouTube video, writes Ryan Vet. He shares his thoughts with DrBicuspid readers on the current state of CE in dentistry.
January 27, 2025
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Do's and don'ts for controlling practice overhead
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Most practices have an overhead percentage that's 4% to 6% too high. But following these do's and don'ts can immediately lower your costs and boost profitability.
January 27, 2025
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This toothpaste formula may reduce plaque, more
By Ava Barros
Toothpaste with antimicrobial peptides epsilon-poly-L-lysine and funme peptide may reduce plaque, halitosis, and gingival bleeding, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.
January 24, 2025
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Opinion: It's time to reevaluate the fluoride conversation
By Dr. Mark Burhenne
Dental patients who are informed about the risks of fluoride may look for alternative treatments, pushing cosmetic dentistry to evolve, writes Dr. Mark Burhenne.
January 24, 2025
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Get the right advice before selling your dental practice
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Selling a dental practice is one of the biggest decisions of every dentist's career. Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, advises dentists how they can ensure the sale reaps maximum benefits.
January 24, 2025
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Podcast: How to make your dental practice more senior-friendly
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Michael Wiseman shared with DrBicuspid the importance of ensuring the safety and oral priorities of today's older dental patients and how dentists can prepare for an older patient demographic.
January 24, 2025
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New information revealed about hygienist found dead
By Melissa Busch
Police continue to investigate the death of a 47-year-old dental hygienist who was found decomposing in her home in New York.
January 23, 2025
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Don't let missing tooth clauses sink your dental insurance claims
By Julia Nevodcikova
Julia Nevodcikova gives two real-world scenarios that show how fine-print clauses affecting insurance benefit determinations can keep revenue out of your dental practice.
January 23, 2025
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Clinicians may finally be responding to the opioid crisis
By Ava Barros
Dental care providers have significantly reduced the number of opioid prescriptions after oral surgery procedures over a 10-year period, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
January 23, 2025
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Nonopioids top opioids for 3rd-molar surgery pain
By Ava Barros
Surgeons often prescribe opioids preemptively, though a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen may be the preferred choice for pain after third-molar extractions, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
January 23, 2025
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