Lori Roniger[email protected]RestorationsSDF: Family dentist says not to fear the blackThinking about adding silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to your caries treatment tool kit? A family dentist told a packed room at the recent 2017 ADA annual meeting in Atlanta that SDF needs the same thoughtful use and treatment planning as you would deliver with any treatment.October 26, 2017PeriodonticsBeware of 'tooth fairy science' in dental researchDoes periodontal disease in pregnant women lead to miscarriages? If mothers-to-be are exposed to fluoride, will their children have low IQs? Such findings are often the result of "tooth fairy science," and dental professionals should be skeptical when reading this type of research, according to a talk at the recent ADA 2017 annual meeting.October 25, 2017Dental PracticeADA 2017: 1st day highlights include projects and new productsATLANTA - A busy exhibit hall and full sessions highlighted the first day of the 2017 ADA annual meeting. DrBicuspid.com brings you a look at some of the notable industry projects, clinical sessions, and new products on display at the Georgia World Congress Center.October 19, 2017HomeADA 2017: Should all dental patients be screened for sleep apnea?ATLANTA - Screening all dental patients for obstructive sleep apnea saves lives, according to a presentation at this week's 2017 ADA annual meeting. It's also likely to become ADA policy soon. Here are some things you should know about the condition.October 19, 2017ObesityFewer comorbidities seen in surgical sleep apnea patientsAre there differences between obstructive sleep apnea patients who undergo maxillomandibular advancement surgery and those managed medically? A new study found that those treated surgically were younger and had a lower body mass index and significantly lower rates of various comorbidities.October 17, 2017Dental PracticeWhat your office needs to know about HIPAA complianceIf the next fire, flood, or catastrophic storm strikes near you, do you have a disaster plan for protecting your office's data? That's one of the many practices Jeff Broudy, CEO of a HIPAA-compliance firm, recommends that dental offices follow in order to remain compliant.October 16, 2017AntibioticsAntibiotic prescription by dentists linked to serious infectionAntibiotics prescribed by dentists may be adding to the growing problem of Clostridium difficile infection, which can cause severe diarrhea and death. Researchers have found that many of these prescriptions are unnecessary or not recorded in medical charts, and they recommend improved awareness of prescribing guidelines and communication about prescriptions.October 11, 2017RestorationsCarious tissue removal strategies get an updateThe best strategies for carious tissue removal have changed, but are you up-to-date on the latest clinical recommendations? Dentists should focus on improved treatment outcomes tailored to the tooth type and lesion depth, according to the author of a new review article.October 9, 2017Dental HygieneCDHA adds benefits, members since nixing ADHA affiliationThe California Dental Hygienists' Association (CDHA) claims it has increased membership since ending its 90-year affiliation with the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) in 2016.October 3, 2017PeriodonticsStudy explores link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritisPeriodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis are both chronic inflammatory diseases and share other similarities. But is there a causative relationship? A new study examines the evidence.September 25, 2017Previous PagePage 5 of 12Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of recording employees in bathroomA dentist accused of hiding a secret recording device in a staff bathroom was arraigned on August 20.PediatricsEarly caries? Maybe it has to do with how kids are fedPractice SalesDistinguishing personal vs. enterprise goodwill in dental practice valuationsLegal IssuesNew details emerge in dentist’s fatal hit-and-run casePediatricsAmino acid may fight caries better than fluoride
