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Brain
Brain infected with periodontal disease bacteria shows Alzheimer's signs
Porphyromonas gingivalis, the main pathogen that causes chronic periodontitis, can invade the brain, triggering symptoms characteristic of Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published online on May 5 in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
May 14, 2020
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AI
AI finds jaw canals correctly, simplifying implants for dentists
Artificial intelligence (AI) can locate mandibular canals with high levels of accuracy, which may make the dental implant restoration process easier for dentists, according to a recent study published in Scientific Reports.
May 12, 2020
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Periodontics
Mouthguard may detect early signs of caries, periodontitis
A wearable, fluorescent mouthguard can detect early signs of tooth decay and periodontitis by ferreting out the secretions of volatile sulfur compounds in the oral cavity, according to a recent study published online in Advanced Materials.
May 11, 2020
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Infection Control
Ultraviolet light shows where PPE failures occur
Dental teams who are fortunate enough to have personal protective equipment (PPE) need to ensure they are using it properly to shield against viruses, such as the one causing COVID-19. Many healthcare workers improperly use PPE, according to an article published April 24 in Medical Education.
May 10, 2020
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Home
Dental sector faces $100B in projected losses due to COVID-19
Before COVID-19, the dental industry was expected to have one of its best years, with projected dental spending tagged at $150 billion. Now, spending is projected to be about one-third of the initial estimate: $52 billion.
May 6, 2020
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Oral Bacteria
Does a parasite hold the key to better periodontal disease treatment?
Entamoeba gingivalis, a parasite found in the mouth, may be an underestimated source of oral inflammation that causes destructive forms of periodontitis, according to a study published in the May issue of the Journal of Dental Research.
May 5, 2020
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X-Ray
Tooth migrates into man's chin, shows need to x-ray full mouth
A man's incisor migrated to an unusual space -- the deep tissue below his chin. It required surgical removal, highlighting the need for secondary reviews and scans of facial trauma, according to a case report published online April 18 in Trauma Case Reports
May 4, 2020
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Restorations
Diode laser surgery improves lip lesion treatments
Diode laser surgery can successfully treat white lesions on the lips, promoting quick healing and complete lip restoration without causing bleeding or requiring stitches, according to a recent case report published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science.
April 29, 2020
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CBCT
Case report: CBCT shows man has rare kissing molars and more
Cone-beam CT (CBCT) revealed that a man had the rare dental conditions of kissing molars, bilateral distomolars, and macrodontia. An intraoral exam failed to detect the conditions, according to a case report published April 16 in BMC Oral Health.
April 27, 2020
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Home
Most dental patients want 2nd round of U.S. stimulus checks
With nearly 160 million Americans less than three months away from running out of money due to the burgeoning effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, 84% of people believe the U.S. government should step up and send another wave of stimulus checks, according to a new survey.
April 26, 2020
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Top 5 dental practice stories of 2024
By Ava Barros
The dental field made headlines in 2024 for a series of incidents from patient deaths and legal battles to criminal cases. These stories highlight the challenges of operating a dental practice and its broader impact on health and safety.
December 27, 2024
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ADA, AAO, Align hit with antitrust lawsuit
By Melissa Busch
An antitrust lawsuit was recently filed against the ADA, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and Align Technology.
December 26, 2024
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Top 5 dental practice trends stories of 2024
By Kevin Henry
From dental service organization predictions to numbers from the ADA's Health Policy Institute, here are the trend-related articles that DrBicuspid.com readers loved in 2024.
December 26, 2024
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Top 5 dental specialties stories of 2024
By Ava Barros
In 2024, dentistry advanced with breakthroughs in stem cell and antibiotic therapies, highlighted risks like dental injuries and anaphylaxis, and saw an orthodontist's viral satire spotlight its influence on health and culture.
December 26, 2024
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GNDYM look back: What we learned about Midmark's M11 steam sterilizer
By Kevin Henry
During a booth interview at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, Midmark's Holly Weaver gave DrBicuspid the rundown of why she believes the M11 is a game changer in dentistry.
December 26, 2024
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ADHA takes stand on fluoridation
By Ava Barros
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has released a statement supporting community water fluoridation.
December 26, 2024
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Imposter dentist sentenced to jail
By Melissa Busch
A woman who was given a chance to show she changed before she was convicted of illegally practicing dentistry was sentenced after it was discovered she reportedly continued giving people veneers without a license.
December 23, 2024
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These are the top 10 DSOs in the U.S.
By Melissa Busch
DrBicuspid's 2024 list of top 10 dental service organizations (DSOs) in the U.S. include Heartland Dental and MB2 Dental.
December 23, 2024
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Breaking down the top 5 dental podcasts of 2024 from DrBicuspid
By Kevin Henry
We look at the podcasts from DrBicuspid you listened to the most in 2024 and notice a theme when it comes to what you needed to hear over the past year.
December 23, 2024
Podcast Phone Earpods
Do's and don'ts for building your team's confidence
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
You may be bypassing the most important, impactful opportunity that's in front of you daily to improve practice performance. Following these tips will improve your bottom line, and your practice will reap multiple rewards, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
December 23, 2024
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Troubled dental manager indicted
By Melissa Busch
A dental manager who was charged in May with falsely representing himself as a dentist faces new charges.
December 20, 2024
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The keys to identifying the right dental technology and KPIs
By Beth Gaddis
A pair of experts share their thoughts on which metrics will move the needle for today's dental practices and help them achieve their financial goals.
December 20, 2024
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