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Infection Control

Davis on scams; Gregory on infection control; immunization refusal and fluoride refusal

July 29, 2014

Refusal to immunize kids linked to refusal of fluoride treatment

Caregivers who refuse to have their children immunized are also likely to refuse fluoride treatments for them, citing concerns about the safety of topical fluoride, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health.

July 28, 2014

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Campaign urges careful imaging; Levin on handoffs; voting ends soon for Excellence Awards

July 27, 2014

2014 Dental Excellence Awards nominating period closes soon

The DrBicuspid Dental Excellence Awards nomination period is rapidly coming to a close, as nominations will only be accepted through midnight on Thursday, July 31, 2014. Submit your nominations today for the Dental Excellence Awards to recognize dentistry's best and brightest.

July 27, 2014

2013 07 16 09 32 24 571 Megaphone Man 200

Levin on listening; Climo on internal audits; Weaver on safe sedation

July 20, 2014

Sedation dosage crucial in at-risk patients

A new editorial in Anesthesia Progress by Editor-in-Chief Dr. Joel M. Weaver reminds dentists, oral surgeons, and all dental professionals that patients with obstructive sleep apnea are at risk of death not only during procedural sedation but also at home afterward while asleep.

July 20, 2014

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Studies highlight dentists' role in HIV testing

If a patient is willing to get a test for HIV at your office, are you willing to give it? A study presented this week at the HIV Testing Symposium in Australia found that more than 80% of patients would be willing to receive rapid HIV testing in dental settings.

July 16, 2014

2013 05 06 13 59 25 891 Hiv Aids 200

Both sides of the Virtual Dental Home debate; Keller on Blind Spots; healthy teeth products

July 15, 2014

2014 Dental Excellence Awards nominating period begins

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014 DrBicuspid Dental Excellence Awards, giving you the chance to tell us who should be nominated for one of dentistry's most prestigious awards.

July 14, 2014

2013 07 16 09 32 24 571 Megaphone Man 200

Excellence Awards nominations open; Levin on internal marketing; Doniger on insurance

July 13, 2014

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Dentist gets probation for infection control violations

A dentist's sterilization failures spark mandatory probation and surprise inspections.

Close-up photo of a tooth with an amalgam filling.

These U.S. kids may be the most exposed to amalgam-related mercury

Do’s and don’ts for enhancing the new patient experience

Cover image of The DrBicuspid.com Podcast featuring a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.

AI, treatment planning, and the future of full-arch dental implants

A woman working at a desk rubs her eyes. Behind her is a blurred office.

Work less for the good of teeth? Maybe.

Do’s and don’ts for moving past a plateau

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Dr. Roger P. Levin guides you through how to get your dental practice moving forward when it hits a plateau.

September 22, 2025

Colgate resolves illegal marketing of fluoride toothpaste claim

By Melissa Busch

Colgate-Palmolive will alter its packaging and marketing of kids’ fluoride toothpaste in response to Texas’ investigation.

September 19, 2025

A girl carefully squeezes gel toothpaste onto a toothbrush.

How well do partial fixed dentures survive?

Fixed partial dentures may provide an affordable, minimally invasive treatment that delivers long-lasting results, with some caveats.

September 19, 2025

Dental medical images show multiple views of tooth surfaces and dental conditions of a partial fixed denture appliance.

Dental Duets: What is conscious leadership, and how can it help dental teams?

By Michael Ventriello

Michael Ventriello speaks with strategist Holland Haiis on how conscious leadership can boost practice outcomes.

September 19, 2025

Dr. Tom Giacobbi busts a dental infection control myth

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Does clean water really stay clean in your dental practice? Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares his thoughts on a common dentistry mistake.

September 19, 2025

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Dental center where child died forced to shutter some operations

By Melissa Busch

North Carolina ordered a dental surgery center where a toddler underwent surgery and later died to close several rooms due to compliance issues.

September 18, 2025

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Kids with sickle cell disease at greater risk of needing oral healthcare

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Children with sickle cell disease have elevated oral health risks, but many lack proper dental care, a new study reports.

September 18, 2025

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How dental practice owners can beat higher operating costs

By Kyle Francis

Dental practices face rising costs from inflation, but partnering with a dental service organization offers certain advantages to reduce expenses, writes Kyle Francis.

September 18, 2025

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How smart biomaterials may combat dental infections in the future

Smart dental biomaterials could revolutionize infection treatment, outperforming traditional methods, according to a review in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.

September 18, 2025

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Antibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs

A new Journal of Arthroplasty study finds that preventive antibiotics before dental work may not reduce the risk of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) in joint replacement patients.

September 18, 2025

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This treatment effectively cleans waterlines

Treating dental unit waterlines with neutralized electrochemically activated solutions may improve the water quality, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

September 18, 2025

Metallic dental unit waterline syringe.

Dentist’s defamation suit over bad reviews moves forward

By Melissa Busch

A state appeals court ruled on September 15 that a patient who posted negative reviews about a dentist could be sued for defamation.

September 17, 2025

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