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NC bill would give dental board authority over contracts

The North Carolina Dental Society is sponsoring a bill that would require state dental board approval of all contracts entered into by dentists, including those with practice management firms. But dentists say the legislation is overreaching and an unnecessary intrusion.

July 4, 2011

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Do targeted cancer therapies have fewer oral side effects?

Targeted cancer therapies are generally thought to have fewer oral complications and milder side effects than conventional cancer chemotherapy. But a lit review in Oral Oncology found that most studies involving these therapies do not focus enough on the potential oral complications, especially when combined with other treatments.

June 28, 2011

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Rise in oropharyngeal cancer among men linked to HPV

A sharp rise in oropharyngeal cancer among men is being linked to human papillomavirus (HPV). If the trend continues, the number of HPV-positive oral cancers among U.S. men could rise by almost 30% by 2020, according to a new study from the National Cancer Institute.

June 20, 2011

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Workers' comp cases too complicated? Try this

Dentists who have shied away from workers' compensation cases because of the complicated claims process can get help from a company that works with insurance companies to guarantee payment and streamline the paperwork. And injured workers often become regular patients.

June 14, 2011

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Mo. dental board endorses midlevel provider proposal

Despite opposition from the Missouri Dental Association, the Missouri Dental Board is the first in the U.S. to endorse a proposal for midlevel providers that would allow them to do surgical and irreversible procedures such as tooth extractions.

June 7, 2011

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Dental Education

Ala. to exempt nondentists from dental board oversight

A bill passed June 2 by the Alabama Legislature and now awaiting Gov. Robert Bentley's signature could end a yearlong dispute among the nonprofit Sarrell Dental clinics, the Alabama Dental Association, and the state dental board.

June 6, 2011

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Dental Education

Public health jobs help dental students repay loans

Dentists and hygienists with student loan debts are increasingly being lured by the National Health Service Corp's loan repayment program. And many find they enjoy the work so much they are opting to make it a career.

June 2, 2011

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Pew: Many U.S. states still fall short in kids' oral care

A "report card" released by the Pew Center on the States found that while more than 20 states have improved dental care for kids in the past year by reimbursing medical doctors for preventive care, increasing fluoridation, and treating more kids on Medicaid, several still don't have basic policies and programs in place.

May 23, 2011

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Dental Education

Does the U.S. need more dental schools?

Healthcare reform will increase the need for dentists in the U.S., according to Dominick DePaola, DDS, PhD. But David Nash, DDS, contends that huge debt loads will prevent graduates from going where they're needed most. The two debated the issue in a special session at the recent American Dental Education Association meeting.

May 22, 2011

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Stolen laptop contained dental patients' personal data

Delta Dental of Minnesota has notified patients of the Smile Center dental clinics that personal information used in a lawsuit has been compromised after a laptop computer and computer disk containing the data were stolen from the University of Minnesota.

May 18, 2011

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2-time arrested unlicensed dentist sentenced

A woman who was arrested in two states for allegedly providing braces and more to individuals without a dental license was sentenced.

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More than half of women dentists experience violence at work

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Bad childhood may equal bad teeth

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When silence speaks loudly: Why dental team members shut down

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Online videos about bruxism treatment may be lacking

Videos uploaded by dental professionals on occlusal device therapy for sleep bruxism may lack informative value, reliability, and clarity, says a study published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.

December 10, 2024

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This may trump floss for reducing gum inflammation

An ultrasonic oral irrigator may reduce gingival inflammation more effectively than using dental floss as an adjunct to manual toothbrushing, according to a study published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.

December 10, 2024

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How you can reassess dental practice communication policies for 2025

By Estela Vargas

We now have less physical contact and communication with patients before they are seated in the chair. We must close that gap by building an instant rapport with patients, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.

December 10, 2024

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Orthodontist accused of inappropriate contact with 4-year-old

By Melissa Busch

A dentist known for working on pediatric patients who compete in extreme professional sports has been accused of molesting a boy since he was 4.

December 9, 2024

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1-on-1: ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler on the future of dentistry, dental trends he is watching

We spoke with the president of the ADA to discuss a variety of topics, including dentist wellness, staffing shortages, and the future of dentistry.

December 9, 2024

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Oral germs in pregnant women linked to mental health symptoms

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Certain oral bacteria and their levels in the microbiome of pregnant women may be linked to stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The study was published in BMJ Mental Health.

December 9, 2024

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Do's and don'ts for increasing production

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Increased production is the intersecting result of multiple factors. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to strategically and easily increase your practice's numbers and profitability.

December 9, 2024

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Ex-dental employee faces more than 35 felonies

By Melissa Busch

A former dental office employee faces more than 35 felony charges for allegedly breaking into the dental practice where she worked.

December 6, 2024

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Obesity may be linked to gingival bleeding

Obesity may be linked to a higher risk of gingival bleeding, highlighting the importance of considering a patient's overall health, not just their oral condition, according to a study published in Obesity Medicine.

December 6, 2024

Digitizing dentistry: The keys to reducing paper consumption in your dental practice

For the modern dental business, transitioning to a digital environment can enhance efficiency and security, deliver time and cost savings, and attract more clients. Mat Buttrey explains how and why.

December 6, 2024

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What to expect from dentistry in the next 5 years

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. is amid a generational transition that may bring major changes to dentistry, according to a perspective in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

December 5, 2024

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Bone density may be linked to caries

Monitoring bone mineral density (BMD) alongside proper oral healthcare may address the potential bidirectional link between BMD and caries, according to a study recently published in Scientific Reports.

December 5, 2024

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