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Brain
Study finds gaps in dental care among stroke survivors
In the first study to examine the use of dental services by stroke survivors, researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles found that only 46% of people who have suffered a stroke visit the dentist regularly.
April 8, 2010
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Restorations
Studies show durability of ceramic resin crowns
New studies suggest ceramic resin crowns may be at least as durable as ceramic. They're also less expensive and gentle to the opposing dentition, one researcher says. So what are dentists waiting for?
February 7, 2010
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Wellness
Oral health lacking in patients with severe mental illness
A new meta-analysis reveals a 61% lifetime prevalence of suboptimal oral health among people with serious mental illness, lending further weight to the need for dental and mental healthcare providers to coordinate efforts.
January 20, 2010
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Diabetes
Should dental offices screen patients for diabetes?
Two recent studies suggest that adding diabetes screening to a dental visit can enhance detection of this disease and, thus, improve overall patient care. Will more medical diagnostics become standard practice in the dental office?
December 17, 2009
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Restorations
With implants, a little 'zap' will do you
Lasers can reduce bacterial contamination and speed healing after implant surgery, according to a presentation at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
November 30, 2009
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Restorations
How platelet-rich plasma can enhance your implant cases
Dentists can easily harness the power of platelets to speed healing after dental implants are placed, according to James Rutkowski, D.M.D., Ph.D., at the annual American Academy of Implant Dentistry meeting this week.
November 11, 2009
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Restorations
Where did the mercury go?
A team of Canadian researchers used a synchrotron to analyze mercury levels in fresh amalgam fillings versus those in a 20-year-old filling. Their findings should appeal to dental amalgam proponents and foes alike.
November 10, 2009
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A bright future for oral and maxillofacial surgery?
TORONTO - Oral surgeons need to adapt quickly to new technologies and be proactive in healthcare reform if they are to successfully maneuver the challenges facing their field, according to a symposium at the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons meeting last week.
October 20, 2009
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AAOMS 'hot topic': Burning mouth syndrome
TORONTO - Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a painful and chronic condition that frequently leads to anxiety, depression, and frustration -- for patients and dentists alike. But progress is being made in both our understanding and treatment of BMS, according to a presentation at the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) annual meeting yesterday.
October 15, 2009
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FaceBase Consortium to focus on craniofacial development
A five-year, $30-million undertaking called the FaceBase Consortium launched last week with the goal of compiling data on every aspect of how the craniofacial region develops and how malformations occur.
October 12, 2009
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Dental Education
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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Biofeedback may help treat TMDs
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Podcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?
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Oral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection
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Ex-NBA player convicted in $4M dental scam seeks Trump pardon
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4 pillars that help new dental hires succeed in your practice
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Do’s and don’ts for encouraging patient referrals
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Ex-employee accused of stealing from DSO practice
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A former employee accused of stealing from the dental service organization (DSO) practice where she worked has been arrested.
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How stress affects tooth decay in kids
By Ava Barros
A Journal of Dentistry study reports that childhood stress may affect kids' oral health in ways like increased caries risk, emphasizing the need for dentists to address psychological factors.
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How dentists are reworking their schedules for better profits
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