Kathy Kincade

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Antibiotics reduce need for follow-up perio surgery

Administering amoxicillin and metronidazole immediately following periodontal surgery can significantly reduce the need for additional surgery, according to researchers from the University of Geneva School of Dental Medicine.

July 21, 2008

Dentists caught dirty-handed; amalgam separator debate heats up

July 15, 2008

Beyond x-rays: Part III -- OCT brings early decay to light

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) can image both hard and soft dental tissue with 10 times the detail of x-rays. But will the price tag put it out of reach for most dentists?

July 10, 2008

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ADA gets an earful on amalgam; are your patients lying?

July 8, 2008

Congressional hearing on amalgam wastewater gets personal

Representatives from the American Dental Association got a less-than-friendly reception from members of Congress on Tuesday during a hearing on environmental concerns related to amalgam wastewater.

July 8, 2008

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July 7, 2008

Glass ionomers get vote of confidence at IADR

TORONTO - Speakers at the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) meeting on Thursday lent their support to the use of glass ionomers versus traditional cements for dental restorations, linings, and bases.

July 2, 2008

Bisphenol dos and don'ts; reversing the referral crisis

July 1, 2008

Dental Education

Make your referrals count

A new study finds that nearly 50% of patients referred to a specialist never follow through, resulting in lost revenues for both specialists and dentists. But improving referral rates can be as simple as improving communication.

June 30, 2008

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Beyond x-rays: Part II -- The glow of demineralization

For years the mineral loss from enamel and dentin has been known to alter the optical properties of teeth. Now technology developers are hoping to capitalize on this with a fluorescence device to identify demineralization and thus pinpoint dental caries much earlier than is possible with x-rays or visual examination -- before cavitation begins.

June 25, 2008

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Imposter orthodontist arrested

A North Carolina woman charged with practicing medicine without a license was arrested, leaving patients who'd prepaid for braces in a lurch.

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Displaced dental implant causes systemic complications in 47-year-old

Oral Surgeon Patient Seventyfour

Why 1 question isn't enough for complex care dental patients

Crime Scene Tape Seventyfour

Former dentist accused of killing man at his shuttered practice

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

Escape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice

The role of fatty acids in periodontitis progression

Consuming certain dietary fatty acids may contribute to the progression and severity of periodontitis, according to a large-scale study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 3, 2025

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Antacids may wreck dental restorations

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Liquid antacids that contain substances, including calcium carbonate, used to ease gastrointestinal conditions like acid reflux may significantly damage dental restorations. The report was published recently in BMC Oral Health.

February 3, 2025

Tooth Decay Olya

Do's and don'ts for managing your practice's finances

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Just as certain tests attest to a person's health during a yearly physical, certain data reveal the true condition of a practice, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.

February 3, 2025

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Alleged flossing incident leaves priest in legal trouble

By Melissa Busch

A bizarre flossing allegation has left a Catholic priest in trouble with the law.

January 31, 2025

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Oral cancer patients are thinking about killing themselves

By Melissa Busch

Patients diagnosed with oral cancer experience substantial psychological distress, according to a review.

January 31, 2025

Woman Depression

What patients want most out of dental insurance

These two details are essential for building dental patient satisfaction, according to a recent report from Vyne Dental.

January 31, 2025

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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

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

The Future of Dental Anesthetics

Is VPR or face scans better for smile design?

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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