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ADA spent $2M on 2012 political campaigns
The ADA spent a record $2 million in political contributions in 2012, a 60% increase from 2011. The ADA's political action committee, ADPAC, received $3.7 million from 2011 to 2012 and contributed $2.6 million to political candidates and committees.
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Delta Dental reaching out more to consumers
As dental insurers evolve amid a changing marketplace and get ready to participate in the insurance exchanges required by the Affordable Care Act, the Delta Dental Plans Association is taking a more consumer-centric marketing approach, in addition to its traditional B2B customers.
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Oral Cancer
Study: Vaccine protects against oral HPV16/18 infection
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine affords strong protection against oral HPV16/18 infections, according to a new study in PLOS One. The research suggests it may reduce the risk of HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancers, in particular HPV16, the type most commonly associated with this cancer.
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Insurance
Insurance broker sues Delta Dental over lost commission
An insurance broker is suing Delta Dental of Illinois for cutting the broker out of the commission on a policy issued to the Chicago police union. Eliminating the commission allowed Delta Dental to reduce its premium and wrest the contract away from a competitor.
August 4, 2013
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Single men, smokers at higher risk for oral HPV
Although it is rare for men to contract oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, single men and smokers face higher risks of developing HPV-driven oropharyngeal cancer, according to a new study in Lancet. Bisexual men and college-educated men also showed an increased risk of acquiring oral HPV infections.
July 29, 2013
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Dental Education
Minn. sets 2015 mandate for dental EHRs
Minnesota has become the first state in the U.S. to require all healthcare providers, including dentists, to adopt certified, interoperable electronic health records (EHRs) by 2015. While EHRs are not currently mandated for dentists at the federal level, could this be a trend that other states will follow?
July 24, 2013
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Senate report wants dental chains booted from Medicaid
The Small Smiles dental chain and corporate-owned entities like it should be excluded from the Medicaid program for encouraging dentists to perform unnecessary treatments to boost profits, according to the findings of a two-year investigation by two U.S. senators.
July 23, 2013
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Dental Education
Mich. dentist to make Uganda his new home
For Ryan Shinska, DDS, moving to Uganda to provide dental care for the poor is a matter of putting his Christian faith into action. The young dentist will work in a clinic in Jinja, where most of the residents have never seen a toothbrush, never mind a dentist.
July 18, 2013
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Marketing
Texas dentist takes action against critical Yelp comments
The lawyer for a Texas dentist sent a letter threatening criminal charges to an ex-patient after she posted a negative review on Yelp. But Texas has repealed its criminal libel law and has one of the strongest laws protecting individuals' rights to comment about public interest issues.
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Man arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb a DSO practice
A man was arrested for allegedly threatening to leave a pipe bomb at a dental service organization (DSO) practice.
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Researchers to study gum disease germ's link to Alzheimer's disease
By Ava Barros
Researchers at the Augusta University Dental College of Georgia have received a $2.8 million grant to study the link between a periodontal bacterium and Alzheimer's disease, according to news from the university.
April 1, 2025
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Modern solutions for class II restoration challenges
By Dr. Ben Alvarez
The sectional matrix has been perhaps the best advancement in modern dentistry. Recently, Ultradent introduced its new Halo Sectional Matrix System. Dr. Ben Alvarez provides his tested-in-the field review.
April 1, 2025
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From IDS: Revolutionizing caries treatment? vVardis hopes to begin new era in dentistry
By Kevin Henry
In an exclusive chat with DrBicuspid, Drs. Haley and Goly Abivardi discuss vVardis' noninvasive, drill-free, and pain-free application that can be performed by dentists.
April 1, 2025
Drs. Haley and Goly Abivardi, co-founders of vVardis
9-year-old girl dies hours after dental surgery
By Melissa Busch
A girl who had turned 9 about two weeks earlier died after she was given anesthesia and underwent dental surgery at a dental practice in California.
March 31, 2025
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Biologic agents may lead to more dental problems
By Ava Barros
Patients taking common biologic agents to help treat cancer and other diseases may be at greater risk of needing more dental treatment, according to a study published recently in Oral Diseases.
March 31, 2025
Dental Tools
These trace elements may be linked to caries in the U.S.
By Melissa Busch
Dental caries may be linked to the presence of certain trace elements, according to a new study.
March 31, 2025
Blood Test Samples Lab
Podcast: Pediatric dentistry and the importance of education
By Kevin Henry
DrBicuspid's Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry spoke with Dr. Ashley Lerman, a board-certified pediatric dentist and founder of Firstgrin, an oral health tech company aimed at educating parents about their children's dental care.
March 31, 2025
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IDS wrap-up: 3 dental trends I heard time and time again
By Kevin Henry
DrBicuspid's Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry reflects on key trends from the International Dental Show (IDS) and how they will impact dental practices in 2025.
March 31, 2025
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Do's and don'ts for practice hiring
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Hiring preparedness saves you a lot of time and frustration when a team member suddenly quits. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips on what steps to take now.
March 31, 2025
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Accused attempted murderer tries to flee after dental visit
By Melissa Busch
An inmate accused of attempting to murder officers during a standoff over a stolen dog tried to escape when he was being escorted from an offsite dental appointment.
March 28, 2025
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Weatherproofing technology repurposed for tooth varnish
By Ava Barros
Researchers from the Queen Mary University of London have developed a dental treatment inspired by weatherproofing technology used in civil engineering to protect teeth from decay and acid erosion.
March 28, 2025
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IDS podcast: Exploring Italy's role in the global dental industry
By Kevin Henry
This conversation -- recorded live in Cologne, Germany -- highlights the significance of the Italian dental industry, its collaboration with German companies, and global recognition of Italian dental products for their quality and innovation.
March 28, 2025
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