Tony Edwards

Dental Specialties
Week in Review: U.S. practices conducting more exams; DOJ tackles healthcare fraud; plus earn CE credits
July 13, 2017
CAD/CAM
CAD/CAM Insider: How do CAD/CAM materials hold up to dental prophylaxis?
July 12, 2017
Antibiotics
Do antibiotics improve periodontitis treatment?
What is the best treatment for your patients with severe, chronic periodontitis: subgingival debridement alone or debridement with a short course of antibiotics? A new study looked at three treatment options and found that a short course of antibiotics may help.
July 9, 2017
2017 07 07 13 34 02 577 Teeth Periodontal Disease 400
Dental Specialties
Week in Review: Implant fractures; virtual reality patient distraction; and is toothpaste necessary?
July 6, 2017
Dental Specialties
Week in Review: Whitening toothpastes and hype; oral health in nursing homes; and your retirement
June 29, 2017
Dental Practice
Practice Management Insider: Dreaming, or planning, for success
June 28, 2017
Dental Practice
Top 5 columns from spring 2017
DrBicuspid.com takes a look back at some of the most-read columns and practice management articles from spring, as measured by page views. These columns focus on a wide variety of topics, from legal cases to regional fee differences to popular columns by periodontist Alvin Danenberg, DDS.
June 27, 2017
2016 12 28 17 05 57 851 Top 5 400
Dental Practice
Top 5 news stories from spring 2017
DrBicuspid.com takes a look back at the most-read news and clinical articles from spring 2017, as measured by page views. The most popular article was our coverage of the ADA creating a new licensing exam, followed by our list of the 10 largest dental service/support organizations in the U.S.
June 27, 2017
2016 12 28 17 05 57 851 Top 5 400
Endodontics
Endodontics Insider: Bioengineers develop novel strategy for pulp regeneration
June 21, 2017
Diabetes
Patients with type 2 diabetes more likely to develop periodontitis
Periodontal disease is a major complication of diabetes mellitus. But are patients with type 2 diabetes more likely to develop periodontal disease than those with type 1 diabetes? Researchers found that type 2 diabetes patients were more likely to have periodontitis and gingivitis, and they presented their findings at the recent American Diabetes Association's annual meeting.
June 21, 2017
2016 09 23 15 10 42 184 Diabetes 400
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New lawsuit claims permanent injury from implants
A Florida dental practice is facing a $50,000 lawsuit over an allegedly botched implant procedure.
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IHS to cease using mercury amalgam
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Preschooler develops 1st case of dental-related eye drooping
By Melissa Busch
A 5-year-old developed ptosis, or eye drooping, after having a pulpotomy with sedation. It is believed to be the first case to be linked to a dental procedure.
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Ozonated water may treat pericoronitis
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A recent study published in BMC Oral Health reported that ozonated water may be as effective as saline solution in managing pericoronitis, highlighting it as an alternative treatment.
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How AI may revamp restorations
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Artificial intelligence (AI) can create music, make immersive games, and even aid in the diagnosis of tooth decay. Soon, AI may help make dental fillings, according to a University of Texas at San Antonio news article.
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Cracked teeth: 5 steps to diagnosis and treatment planning
By Dr. Deepika Ganne
Dr. Deepika Ganne explains how to diagnose and manage cracked teeth, detailing crack types, identification techniques like transillumination and cone-beam computed tomography, and the challenges in predicting long-term outcomes.
August 6, 2025
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Oral surgeon agrees to pay $532K to settle case
By Melissa Busch
An oral surgeon has agreed to pay over $532,000 to Oklahoma to resolve claims that he allegedly fraudulently billed for tobacco cessation counseling for non-tobacco users and more.
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Gum disease may raise gastric cancer risk by up to 25%
By Ava Barros
New research links periodontal disease to a 25% increased risk of gastric cancer near the esophagus.
August 5, 2025
Cancer Cell Microenvironment
Exploring the top DSO-related dental trends of 2025, Part 2
By Beth Gaddis
Dental service organization (DSO) leaders reveal the challenges they're facing and what they are doing to stay agile and resilient.
August 5, 2025
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Podcast: The power of core values in a dental practice's customer service
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Wrapping up our series on five-star customer service, Dr. Roger P. Levin emphasizes the importance of core values, mission statements, and a positive culture in building a world-class team.
August 5, 2025
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‘Reign of terror’ dentist convicted of assaulting patients, extern
By Melissa Busch
A dentist, who prosecutors said created a “reign of terror” environment, was found guilty of sex-related offenses against patients and an extern.
August 4, 2025
Justice Scales Courtroom
Dental teams don't want to do mental health screenings
By Ava Barros
While many dental professionals support mental health screening in dental settings positively, only a minority are willing to put it into practice, according to a BMC Oral Health study.
August 4, 2025
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Is dental hygiene really a stable profession?
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Dental hygiene remains a stable, rewarding career ... if supported by the right environment, personal growth, and advocacy, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Success depends on navigating challenges, avoiding burnout, and embracing career development.
August 4, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for building a successful small group practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Adding new practices comes with financial, management, and logistical risks that dentist-owners should carefully weigh, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
August 4, 2025
Levin Practice Success 400
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