Kathy Kincade

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Study: Panoramic x-rays enhance BONJ assessment

With new concerns emerging over the relationship between oral bisphosphonates and osteonecrosis of the jaw, a study in Oral Diseases finds that panoramic x-rays are a useful tool for detecting early changes of bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis of the jaw and confirming a clinical diagnosis.

January 15, 2009

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Dentist sues over online review; U of M faculty fights back

January 13, 2009

DrBicuspid.com Dental Imaging Insider

January 11, 2009

Electronic records spark debate; oral bisphosphonates pose risks

January 6, 2009

Dental Education

Electronic health records: Part II -- Patient privacy and ROI

With U.S. President-elect Barack Obama setting healthcare IT as a priority for his economic stimulus package, the dental community can expect to come under new pressures to "go paperless." But are enough privacy safeguards in place?

January 5, 2009

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Dental Education

Electronic health records: Part I -- Boon or boondoggle?

Switching to electronic patient records is supposed to bring all kinds of benefits to dentists and patients alike. So why have so few practices adopted them?

December 30, 2008

Editors' pick: The top 10 dental stories of 2008

December 29, 2008

Dentist by day, comic by night

For comedian Jimmy Earll, everyday life provides plenty of fodder for his stand-up routines. But for his alter ego -- a practicing dentist in an underserved area of rural Northern California -- helping families in need is no laughing matter.

December 23, 2008

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Flossing fuss a bust; endodontists need more training

December 22, 2008

Can paper scans replace films for insurance claims?

A recent study by the ADA concluded that paper-based scans of radiographic images are suitable for insurance purposes in most cases. For some in the dental community, however, the issue isn't what kind of images should be submitted to insurers, but how often it is necessary.

December 17, 2008

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Former dentist accused of killing man at his shuttered practice

A former dentist allegedly shot and killed a 37-year-old man outside his shuttered dental practice.

Curtain Reveal

Chicago Midwinter 2026: Top dental product reveals

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Why women excel at identifying celebrity smiles: What the science says

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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the benefits of digital x-rays

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

Podcast: Inside the current dentist-dental hygienist relationship with Kelly Tanner

Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, shares what she is hearing from dental hygienists, as well as her vision for enhancing the hygiene department at DrBicuspid, plus the significance of creating a supportive culture in dental practices and more.

March 3, 2025

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Do's and don'ts for increasing practice efficiency

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Over time, inefficiency creeps into practices, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. But following these steps can help ensure your practice increases its revenue every year.

March 3, 2025

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Dentist sanctioned for 'competency' issues after patient loses jaw to cancer

By Clark Kauffman

A central Iowa dentist has been sanctioned for allegedly failing to detect cancer in a patient who subsequently had part of his lower jaw removed.

February 28, 2025

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Light therapy may improve oral lichen planus

Low-level light therapy may be a more effective treatment for oral lichen planus than topical corticosteroids, according to a review published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

February 28, 2025

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The top 10 things you need to know about oral testing

By Melissa K. Turner

Having been introduced to salivary testing through platforms like 23andMe and Ancestry.com, dental patients are understanding firsthand how oral tests can uncover mysteries within their body, writes Melissa K. Turner.

February 28, 2025

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Dental practice accused of swiping $500K sued

By Melissa Busch

A dental practice accused of misappropriating $500,000 in management fees is being sued.

February 27, 2025

Teen develops deadly 'forgotten disease' following extractions

By Melissa Busch

A teen developed a rare, life-threatening "forgotten disease" following sepsis from mandibular osteomyelitis after third-molar extractions, according to a case report.

February 27, 2025

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Podcast: What is happening to the next generation of dental leaders?

In a wide-ranging discussion, Dr. Richard W. Valachovic, MPH, discusses why the next generation of dentists may lead differently and what that means for the profession.

February 27, 2025

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Why dentists get slapped with disciplinary actions

By Melissa Busch

These are the most common disciplinary actions general dentists face, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 26, 2025

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These dental problems may be linked to osteoporosis

There may be a significant association between this index score and a bone mineral density diagnosis, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.

February 26, 2025

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Clinical tip: Procedure details for guided bone profiling

Dr. Farhad Boltchi discusses guided bone profiling, something that may need to be enacted in your practice when a patient presents for dental implants.

February 26, 2025

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How to spot and deal with 'red flag' patients

By Melissa Busch

A presenter at the Chicago Dental Society 2025 Midwinter Meeting offers tips on handling "red flag" patients.

February 25, 2025

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