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Podcast: Inside the current dentist-dental hygienist relationship with Kelly Tanner

Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, shares what she is hearing from dental hygienists, as well as her vision for enhancing the hygiene department at DrBicuspid, plus the significance of creating a supportive culture in dental practices and more.

March 3, 2025

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Podcast: What is happening to the next generation of dental leaders?

In a wide-ranging discussion, Dr. Richard W. Valachovic, MPH, discusses why the next generation of dentists may lead differently and what that means for the profession.

February 27, 2025

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Clinical tip: Procedure details for guided bone profiling

Dr. Farhad Boltchi discusses guided bone profiling, something that may need to be enacted in your practice when a patient presents for dental implants.

February 26, 2025

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Clinical tip: How to dry a canal

This week, a clinical assistant shares a tip, courtesy of CDOCS, that can help any dental practice when it comes to their endodontic procedures.

February 19, 2025

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Podcast: Q&A on today's hot dental topics with Dr. Chris Salierno

In this episode, Dr. Chris Salierno discusses the financial dynamics of dental practices, focusing on cash flow, staffing challenges, and the impact of technology investments.

February 19, 2025

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The critical connection between oral health and mental health

In DrBicuspid's latest video interview, we spoke with Colgate-Palmolive's Dr. Maria Ryan to discuss the mental state of today's dental patient and what dentists and dental teams should know.

February 13, 2025

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Clinical tip: What you need to know about a double-socket membrane graft

In this week's clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS, Dr. Farhad Boltchi discusses an effective solution for some oral surgery cases.

February 12, 2025

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Podcast: How dental practices can care for their patients with cancer

In this episode, recorded live at the Rocky Mountain Dental Convention in Denver, Dr. Matt Messina discusses the critical role dental professionals play in the care of cancer patients.

February 10, 2025

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5 dentists give their take on fluoride's future and its impact on dentistry

With fluoride in the headlines, we asked five dentists how they believe potential changes in fluoridated water could impact dentistry and their dental practices.

February 7, 2025

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Clinical tip: Sectioning teeth for oral surgery

This week's clinical tip courtesy of CDOCS is brought to you by Dr. Darin O'Bryan, who is focused on helping you with oral surgery in your dental practice.

February 5, 2025

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Dentist accused of assaulting minor hit with more charges

New charges were filed against a dentist accused of supplying a high schooler with drugs and alcohol and assaulting her multiple times.

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Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists

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Why your RCM strategy is your biggest financial liability

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Dental fear: What every dentist and team member must know

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What needs to happen for more dentists to participate in Medicare

Why the 'Four Chiefs Conversation' should be part of your dental practice

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Paul Homoly says the Four Chiefs Conversation helps dentists develop trust and retain patients, as well as grow their practice.

January 7, 2026

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Long recovery expected for dental assistant shot at work

By Melissa Busch

A dental assistant who was allegedly shot multiple times by her partner at work suffered severe injuries and now faces a long road to recovery.

January 6, 2026

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Reimbursement rates may be driving SDF adoption

Insurance coverage restrictions may influence dentists’ decisions whether to prescribe silver diamine fluoride.

January 6, 2026

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The top cyberthreats targeting dental practices

By Tasha Dickinson

Five cyberthreats will target dental practices in 2026. Information technology expert Tasha Dickinson outlines how to protect yourself.

January 6, 2026

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Dentist, wife found dead, 2 kids left unharmed

By Melissa Busch

After a dentist didn't show up for work, a wellness check revealed the clinician and his wife were fatally shot while their kids were unharmed.

January 5, 2026

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2nd dentist involved in patient death faces multiple disciplinary charges

By Clark Kauffman

An Iowa dentist accused of participating in a surgical procedure that ended with the patient’s death is now facing multiple disciplinary charges.

January 5, 2026

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U.S. dentists may be making lots of bad diagnoses

By Melissa Busch

Dentists in the U.S. admit they may make and observe many diagnostic errors, according to a new study.

January 5, 2026

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What you need to know about adolescents with TMD symptoms

Preteens and teens with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be more likely to experience psychological distress and chronic headaches, a new JADA study reports.

January 5, 2026

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Forecasting what could lie ahead for dentistry in 2026

Fluent's Jay Millikan digs into the 2026 outlook, from Medicare Advantage's impact on dental insurance to how practices can grow in a flat market.

January 5, 2026

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Sharper diagnosis through Acuity

By Dr. Chris Catalano

Can you get top-tier diagnostic accuracy without breaking the budget? Dr. Chris Catalano evaluates the Acuity Direct X-ray Photon Detection intraoral sensor.

January 5, 2026

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Do’s and don’ts for bouncing back from adversity

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

If you’re feeling the economic pinch or if other events are impacting your practice, Dr. Roger P. Levin offers advice to help you push through.

January 5, 2026

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Preventing gum disease by disrupting germ 'chatter'

Oral bacteria communicate, and researchers are disrupting how they “talk” to prevent gum disease.

January 2, 2026

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