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Infection Control

New coalition advocates for clean dentistry

With infection control in the news, a group of prominent dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants have come together to form a new coalition called Support Clean Dentistry. The aim is to encourage dental professionals to outline and explain the infection prevention and control practices and also translate dental care standards into easy-to-understand information for patients.

June 16, 2014

Levin on no-shows; Climo on valuation of your practice; oral microbiome studies

June 15, 2014

Dental therapists debate; failed composite restorations; Doniger on 'unlimited' insurance

June 10, 2014

Is race a factor in HNC survival rates? Also, Climo on valuation; Levin on patient surveys

June 8, 2014

Study reveals dentists' knowledge about scleroderma

Scleroderma is "an unusual disease," according to Dr. David Leader. He and colleagues surveyed dentists in Massachusetts to discover what they know about this chronic disease and their attitudes toward treating patients with this condition. They published their findings in the Journal of Clinical Rheumatology.

June 4, 2014

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Blowing up cancer cells; lasers that trigger dental stem cells; saliva substitutes

June 3, 2014

How you can help wounded vets; Levin on vision in a practice; Carol on efficiency

June 1, 2014

Leaders in Dentistry: Dr. Edward H. Moody Jr.

In our latest Leaders in Dentistry interview, DrBicuspid.com speaks with Dr. Edward H. Moody Jr., president-elect of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), an organization dedicated to improving the oral care of children. But rather than trying to go it alone, the AAPD has worked consistently and innovatively to build bridges locally and nationally.

June 1, 2014

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RAW helps wounded veterans rebuild their oral health

For the more than 40,000 wounded U.S. veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq, the problems they face involve more than just readjusting to home life. And while all veterans deserve the best care, oral health issues in these returning warriors are sometimes neglected. Rebuilding America's Warriors (RAW) is an organization dedicated to helping these veterans.

May 29, 2014

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Keller on your hiring process; orthodontists sue Ark. board; new treatment for periodontitis?

May 28, 2014

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Dentist gets probation for infection control violations

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

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

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

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

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Work less for the good of teeth? Maybe.

5 steps to instantly find the dental career you've always wanted

By Melissa K. Turner

Dental professionals can fast-track their career through networking, smart social media, and polished personal branding, writes Melissa K. Turner, RDH.

September 12, 2025

Dr. Tom Giacobbi on patient communication and personalization

Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with another quick tip, this time focusing on the power of personalized treatment recommendations for your patients.

September 12, 2025

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Dental students may not be ready for emergencies

By Melissa Busch

Dental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.

September 11, 2025

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Retaining your dental team: Why training and incentives matter

By Dayna Johnson

Keeping your valuable team members and building strong teamwork is built on training, development, and collective incentives tied to practice goals rather than individual bonuses, writes Dayna Johnson.

September 11, 2025

Biofeedback may help treat TMDs

Biofeedback may help effectively manage temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and improve patients’ well-being, reports a review recently published in BMC Oral Health.

September 11, 2025

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Podcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Kyle Francis of Professional Transition Strategies joins the show to discuss how burnout is affecting practice transitions.

September 11, 2025

Oral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection

By Melissa Busch

A common antibiotic-associated infection may be linked to oral mucositis, according to a large study.

September 10, 2025

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Gum disease may increase risk of CKM syndrome

Gum disease may raise the risk of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, underscoring the need to include oral health in cardiometabolic care, a new study finds.

September 10, 2025

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Clinical tip: What you should know about using a barium guide in your dental practice

Dr. Doug Smail shares another valuable clinical tip that can help you and your dental patients.

September 10, 2025

The dental office manager's guide to a burnout-free practice

By Dr. Ryan Hungate

Successful dental office managers prevent burnout through small gestures, open communication, cross training staff, and leveraging technology to streamline operations, writes Dr. Ryan Hungate.

September 10, 2025

The U.S. may be suffocating with dental fear

Dental fear may be prevalent in the U.S., according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. And from all signs, patients' anxiety is growing.

September 9, 2025

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Too much screen time, too few Zzs may hurt kids' gums

Poor sleep quality in adolescents may be linked to excessive internet use, and both may contribute to gum disease, according to a new study in BMC Oral Health.

September 9, 2025

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