Theresa Pablos[email protected]Hygiene ToolsHygiene Insider: Dental students best hygienists at scaling in new studyMarch 5, 2019WebinarsVideo: 5 trends from Chicago Midwinter 2019Almost 30,000 dentists and dental professionals attended the recent Chicago Dental Society 2019 Midwinter Meeting. The DrBicuspid.com editors highlight five trends they witnessed at this year's conference.March 3, 2019Orofacial PainFamily history is a risk factor for long-term opioid useDentists may want to ask about family members' opioid use before prescribing an opioid to a patient for oral surgery. Adolescents with persistent opioid use were nearly twice as likely to have a family member who also used opioids regularly in a new study, published on February 27.February 27, 2019Dental EducationHere's what you need to know about life after dental schoolCHICAGO - Dental school is great for learning the clinical skills dentists need to excel in their profession. But navigating life after school requires more than technical knowledge, according to Dr. Alan J. Acierno, CEO of dental service/support (DSO) organization DecisionOne Dental Partners. He shares some advice for dental students about life after graduation.February 24, 2019Hygiene ToolsVideo from Chicago Midwinter 2019: Tips for Children's Dental Health MonthCHIGAGO - The end of February may be nearing, but it's not too late to celebrate Children's Dental Health Month in your practice. Dr. John S. Rutkauskas spoke with DrBicupsid.com about ways to mark the occasion at the Chicago Dental Society 2019 Midwinter Meeting.February 24, 2019Dental PracticeDon't become a cautionary tale: How to protect from hackersOn the black market, dental charts are now more lucrative than Social Security numbers, and hackers are willing to dive through dumpsters for valuable patient information. At the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, Dr. Pat Little shared how to protect your practice from the fastest-growing form of identity theft in the U.S.February 21, 2019Dental HygieneCerebral palsy tied to worse oral health for kidsChildren with cerebral palsy may have more dental caries and a lower oral health-related quality of life, according to the findings of a recent study. These findings may have to do with movement and eating limitations associated with the neurological condition.February 14, 2019Invisible AlignersClear aligners vs braces: Which one comes out on top?When you have to decide between clear aligners and traditional braces, which treatment option is best for your patients? Researchers reviewed multiple scientific studies to evaluate the pros and cons of both tooth movement techniques.February 10, 2019OpioidsParents believe opioids are more effective than alternativesParents are well aware of the risks associated with opioids, including addiction and overdose. Yet many still believe opioids are more effective at relieving pain after surgery than alternative medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.February 6, 2019RestorationsChildren's oral health and screening laws: 5 key takeawaysThe District of Columbia and 14 U.S. states have passed laws encouraging children to get dental screenings before the school year. However, these laws struggle to have a measurable impact, according to a report published on January 31.January 31, 2019Previous PagePage 10 of 45Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of drug deal near his office enters pleaA dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case has pleaded not guilty in a separate case in which he allegedly was involved in a drug deal near his dental office.FluorideWhat’s stopping kids from getting fluoride at well visits?Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t liePodcastsPodcast: The keys to transforming patient relationships in dentistryRegulatory UpdatesOpinion: Why advocacy in dentistry matters
