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Do charcoal toothpastes live up to their advertising?
Do your patients use toothpastes containing charcoal? Maybe they've asked you or your team if these products have health and cosmetic benefits not available from other toothpastes. The authors of a new literature review found no scientific evidence to back up manufacturer health claims, and they urged dentists to talk with their patients about these products.
September 18, 2017
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Week in Review: Practice ownership declines; plus a new CE course and CAMBRA
September 14, 2017
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Summer 2017 new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com
During summer 2017, new products ranging from accessory posts to composites and amalgam separators were introduced. Here is our roundup of new products from Kulzer, Komet USA, Cosmedent, and other companies.
September 14, 2017
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CAD/CAM Insider: What thickness is best for single-molar crowns?
September 13, 2017
Dental Practice
Are middle-aged Americans taking care of their mouths?
Almost 40% of U.S. adults between the ages of 50 and 64 cited pain and other health problems because of an oral health issue in a recent poll. Perhaps more worrying is that 13% of respondents said they expected Medicare or Medicaid to cover their dental care when they are older. Learn more about the results and what they mean to your practice.
September 11, 2017
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Dental Practice
Week in Review: Evolving peri-implantitis; plus calming nervous patients and practice growth
September 7, 2017
Endodontics
Endodontics Insider: Rotary better than manual instruments for retreatment
September 6, 2017
Dental Practice
Infographic: Toothache and U.S. emergency department visits
Having a toothache was the most reported avoidable reason for patients to visit an emergency department (ED), according to a new study. Researchers also found that among avoidable visits, dental issues were the second most frequent reason for discharge from the ED.
September 6, 2017
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Dental Specialties
Week in Review: Patient treatment options; plus new CE courses and preparing for emergencies
August 31, 2017
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New-product highlights from CDA Presents 2017
Among the many products that debuted at the recent California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting were a new intraoral scanner from Planmeca, an airway imaging module from Carestream Dental, and an innovative virtual reality system from Komet USA. DrBicuspid.com gives you a look at some of the new products from the meeting.
August 31, 2017
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By Dr. Roger P. Levin
A great first impression can transform your practice. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to wow new patients and earn their loyalty.
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Dentist accused of recording employees in bathroom
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A dentist accused of hiding a secret recording device in a staff bathroom was arraigned on August 20.
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Early caries? Maybe it has to do with how kids are fed
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Three factors may put preschool-age children at increased odds for early childhood caries, reports a study recently published in BMC Pediatrics.
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Distinguishing personal vs. enterprise goodwill in dental practice valuations
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Dental practice valuations require an analysis of personal versus enterprise goodwill attributes, not just revenue or compensation shortcuts, writes Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA.
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New details emerge in dentist’s fatal hit-and-run case
By Melissa Busch
New information has emerged in the case involving a Missouri dentist who is awaiting trial in a hit-and-run in which his son allegedly struck and killed a 60-year-old man.
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Amino acid may fight caries better than fluoride
By Melissa Busch
Depending on its concentration, amino acid arginine toothpaste may reduce active caries in children better than dentifrices containing sodium fluoride.
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The pitfalls of compounded pharmaceuticals in dentistry
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Richard Nagelberg warns against using non-U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved compounded minocycline gel for periodontitis treatment, citing safety and informed consent concerns.
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on discussing the oral-systemic link with patients
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares a patient communication tip to help you ease into the oral-systemic link discussion during a dental appointment.
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Mindfulness may improve TMD-related pain
By Ava Barros
Practicing mindfulness may ease the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges of managing pain-related temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), suggests research in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.
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