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Insurance
ADA brief estimates cost of expanding dental Medicaid
A March 2016 brief from the ADA Health Policy Institute estimated the cost to states of introducing nonemergency dental benefits for adults enrolled in Medicaid. Some states would add benefits for a slight a percentage increase of their total Medicaid spending, according to the brief.
April 5, 2016
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Infection Control
CDC, OSAP release new infection-control resources
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released two new infection-control and prevention resources for dental practices, in partnership with the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP).
March 30, 2016
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Restorations
Chewing sugar-free gum could save NHS millions
A recent economic analysis found chewing sugar-free gum may be able to save the U.K.'s National Health Service (NHS) millions. The analysis showed that if 12-year-olds in England chewed one more piece of gum per day, the NHS could save up to 8.2 million pounds ($11.6 million) per year.
March 23, 2016
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Opioids
FDA adds black box warning to prescription opioids
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requiring boxed warnings for immediate-release opioid pain medications. The warning emphasizes the risks of misuse, abuse, addiction, overdose, and death associated with the medications.
March 21, 2016
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Pediatrics
Study analyzes short-term results of defluoridating water
Canadian researchers have new evidence that links cessation of water fluoridation to an increase in caries. A recent study found schoolchildren in Calgary, Alberta, had a higher prevalence of caries in their primary teeth after the city's water supply was no longer fluoridated.
March 17, 2016
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Dental Practice
Meet Women in Dentistry speaker Julie Charlestein
Julie Charlestein is the president of Premier Dental Products and also one of the engaging speakers at the upcoming 2016 Women in Dentistry conference. She is most looking forward to meeting with conference speakers and attendees, as well as learning more about the unique rewards and challenges of being a woman in dentistry.
March 9, 2016
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Dental Practice
Chicago Midwinter 2016: Treating patients with special needs
Special needs patients oftentimes require a special kind of care, according to a session at the recent 2016 Midwinter Meeting in Chicago. With the number of people with autism rising sharply, it's important for all dental professionals to know how to best care for a patient with special needs.
March 6, 2016
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Dental Practice
Chicago Midwinter 2016: 5 ways to prepare for a medical emergency
Does your office have a written plan in case of a medical emergency? If not, now is a great time to implement one, according to a well-attended session on emergencies at the 2016 Midwinter Meeting in Chicago.
March 2, 2016
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Product Updates
Chicago Midwinter 2016: Weekend highlights
The 2016 Midwinter Meeting continued over the weekend in Chicago, with dozens of new product introductions throughout the show. Here's a slideshow of some of the most compelling new products on the exhibit floor.
February 28, 2016
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Dental Practice
Meet Women in Dentistry speaker Dr. Walker, ninja dentist
If there's one thing Dr. Desirée Walker likes to do, it's break down boundaries. She's a two-time competitor on NBC's "American Ninja Warrior," owner of a start-up dental practice, and one of the engaging speakers at the upcoming 2016 Women in Dentistry conference.
February 25, 2016
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U.S. charges reveal massive dental practice embezzlement
An Illinois woman faces federal charges stemming from a staggering theft from her former employer.
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Regulatory Updates
How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry
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ADHA adopts policies affecting scope of practice, licensure, more
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Clinical tip: Replacement of a congenital missing canine
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Farhad Boltchi from CDOCS discusses how he treated a case in which a patient presented with a congenital missing canine (tooth #6).
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Getting married may be good for teeth, especially men’s
By Melissa Busch
Does marital status play a role in oral health? This large study states it may especially benefit men.
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U.S. oral health is at a standstill. Hygienists may be the answer
By Melissa Busch
Are dental hygienists the answer to making care more accessible in the U.S.?
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This healing technique may ease pain after 3rd-molar surgery
By Melissa Busch
A healing therapy that involves a transfer of energy via gentle touch may be linked to a reduction in pain after wisdom tooth surgery, according to a study.
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Lower post-surgery pneumonia rates tied to oral health
By Ava Barros
A presurgery guided oral care routine may cut patients' pneumonia risk and shorten hospital stays, reports a study in PLoS One.
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Ex-dental manager gets lengthy prison term
By Melissa Busch
A former dental manager, who served time for similar offenses, was sentenced for allegedly defrauding two Florida practices where she worked.
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Missing teeth may make kids targets for bullies
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Children from low-income backgrounds with tooth loss may be nearly twice as likely to be bullied.
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This may protect juice from decaying teeth
By Ava Barros
A PLoS One study reported that juice briefly alters oral lubrication. The results offer new insight into saliva’s role in protecting tooth enamel and its response to sugar.
September 15, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for increasing production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Is your practice operating at peak capacity? Dr. Roger P. Levin breaks down how to increase your practice production by as much as 50%.
September 15, 2025
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Ultrasound may zap biofilms in the future
By Ava Barros
High-intensity focused ultrasound might be effective in eliminating biofilms from titanium dental implant surfaces, reports research recently published in the International Journal of Implant Dentistry.
September 12, 2025
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How to keep your RCM moving when dental patient flow slows
By Estela Vargas
Use seasonal patient lulls to improve your revenue cycle management (RCM) and finish the year strong, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.
September 12, 2025
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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
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