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Dental Practice
Ransomware attack leaves 100 dental practices struggling
A company in Colorado that specializes in providing IT services to dental practices experienced a ransomware attack that has been plaguing operations at about 100 dental offices since November, according to news reports.
December 10, 2019
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Infection Control
Ore. clinic admits dirty instruments used on patients
A healthcare provider that manages a health clinic in Oregon has admitted that a dentist there used instruments that weren't properly sterilized on six patients in November, according to a local news report.
December 10, 2019
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Oral Cancer
Acupuncture eases radiation-induced dry mouth
Acupuncture should be considered as a preventive measure for radiation-induced dry mouth in patients undergoing radiation therapy for head and neck cancer, based on the findings of a new study published on December 6 in JAMA Network Open.
December 10, 2019
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral surgeon to pay $625K for slicing kid's lingual nerve
An oral surgeon in Virginia and her employer must pay $625,000 to a 12-year-old girl following third-molar surgery in which her lingual nerve was severed and that left her with lifelong issues, including the inability to taste.
December 9, 2019
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Dental Specialties
Is cellphone use linked to rise in head, neck injuries?
The number of head and neck injuries related to cellphone use has increased steadily over a recent 20-year period, according to a study published December 5 in JAMA Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery.
December 8, 2019
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Orthodontics
Woman causes stir with ad for $400 braces for kids
An ad by a woman in Florida who claims she can give a child braces and 12 months of treatments for $400 has medical professionals and the public cringing, according to news reports.
December 8, 2019
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Cosmetic
Salon teeth whitening leaves woman with charred gums
A woman in Ireland has been left with burned gums and possibly permanent damage following a teeth-whitening treatment at a beauty salon. She may have to undergo a gum graft to fix the botched procedure, according to news reports.
December 5, 2019
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Dental Specialties
18,000-year-old pup with full set of teeth unveiled
Russian scientists have unveiled a prehistoric puppy, which is believed to be about 18,000 years old, that was found in Siberian permafrost. The baby pup emerged in near-perfect condition, retaining its teeth, nails, eyelashes, whiskers, and plenty of fur, according to news reports.
December 3, 2019
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Hygiene Tools
U.S. customs seizes over 20K fake Oral-B toothbrush heads
U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized 20,400 counterfeit Oral-B electric toothbrush heads, which were shipped from China and headed for a New Jersey property. If they had been authentic heads made by Procter & Gamble, they would have a value of about $96,000.
December 3, 2019
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Dental Hygiene
Frequent, daily toothbrushing may cut heart failure risk
One of the best ways to prevent heart failure may be to keep up with daily toothbrushing. Frequent toothbrushing was linked to lower risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure, according to a study published online December 1 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
December 3, 2019
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Neffy nasal spray: A new era for allergy safety in dentistry
By Barbara Madej, RPh
Neffy is a nasal spray, removing the need for injections, which may provide critical advantages for dental patients who fear needles or hesitate during emergencies.
November 1, 2024
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Podcast: What does the Dental Innovation Alliance mean for the future of dentistry?
By Kevin Henry
In the latest episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry spoke with Doug Brown and Thomas Sharpe from the Dental Innovation Alliance about the changing landscape of dentistry.
November 1, 2024
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Woman sues over breaking tooth on 'frozen solid' ice cream treat
By Melissa Busch
A woman filed a lawsuit after she was served a "frozen solid" ice cream sandwich that led her to fracture the root of her tooth.
October 31, 2024
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What can be done about the rash of imposter dentists
By Dr. Kartik Antani
Dr. Kartik Antani has seen the headlines involving veneer techs and garage dentists and believes it's time to stop those who overstep the boundaries of legal dentistry.
October 31, 2024
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Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns
By Ava Barros
Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.
October 31, 2024
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Ex-CEO wanted for skipping trial found dead
By Kevin Henry
Stephen Baird, the ex-CEO of a dental imaging firm who was being sought by police after skipping his fraud sentencing trial, has been found dead, according to an updated news release from the U.S. Department of Justice.
October 31, 2024
Police Light
Dental assistant arrested for fraud
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A dental assistant has been arrested for allegedly billing Medicaid for about $18,000 in services that were never rendered to patients.
October 31, 2024
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How to save your teeth during election season (and other stressful times)
By Dr. Gabriela Lagreca
Election season can take a toll on more than your mental health, it can also affect your dental health. Here's advice from a prosthodontist on how to protect your smile.
October 30, 2024
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Men with HIV experience greater alveolar bone loss
By Ava Barros
Men with HIV may experience greater alveolar bone loss than those without HIV, potentially due to higher levels of the proinflammatory cytokine interleukin 6, reports research published in BMC Oral Health.
October 30, 2024
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Clinical tip: Choosing the right dental implant guide workflow
By Kevin Henry
Here is another great clinical tip to improve your dentistry and dental practice from Dr. Doug Smail and CDOCS.
October 30, 2024
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Regulatory concerns lead Dentsply to suspend sale of Byte aligners
By Melissa Busch
Dental products manufacturer Dentsply Sirona has voluntarily suspended the sale and marketing of its Byte aligners and impression kits while it conducts a review of regulatory requirements.
October 30, 2024
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Dental imaging firm ex-CEO ditches $11M fraud sentencing
By Melissa Busch
The ex-CEO of a dental imaging system firm who allegedly defrauded investors out of nearly $11 million skipped out on sentencing.
October 29, 2024
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