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Oral Bacteria
Oral germs show bacterial resistance to common antiseptics
Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and other oral germs may show bacterial resistance to antiseptics, including chlorhexidine, according to a review published on October 21 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene. What's more, resistance may rise over time.
October 24, 2022
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DSO
ADA, ADSO signal collaboration for dentistry's future
Strengthening dentistry hinges on navigating changes in technology, patient expectations, workforce shortages, and the demographics and expectations of employees, according to leaders from the ADA and the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) at an October webinar.
October 23, 2022
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Dental Practice
Prosthetic knee outcomes worse for patients with implants
Patients who had dental caries or implant placement one year before total knee arthroplasty have more complications, including heart attacks, according to a study published recently in the Journal of Arthroplasty.
October 20, 2022
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Dental Practice
Clinic to pay $45K to resolve disabilities act violation
A Washington dental clinic has agreed to pay $45,000 to resolve an Americans with Disabilities Act violation for allegedly failing to provide interpretation services to a patient who is deaf, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
October 20, 2022
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
AAOMS publishes updated MRONJ guidance
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has updated its guidance on treating medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), a rare yet serious condition that can affect cancer patients taking antiresorptive medications.
October 19, 2022
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Dental Therapists
Dental therapists may be key to serving more patients
Dental therapists contributed to delivering dental care to patients in Alaska, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The number of diagnostic, preventive, and restorative services in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta rose since the introduction of dental therapy.
October 18, 2022
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Dental Practice
Dentist must pay $770K in gender discrimination suit
A Washington jury ordered a dentist and his practice manager to pay about $770,000 to a former dental assistant who filed a suit claiming she was wrongfully fired for being a woman, according to a news article published on October 14 in the Daily News.
October 17, 2022
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Endodontics
What people would do to avoid a root canal
Patients report they would go to surprising lengths to avoid a root canal procedure, including temporarily giving up social media or letting clinicians get a look at their large intestines, according to a survey conducted by dental technology company Sonendo.
October 17, 2022
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Restorations
Oral surgeons should track some patients at risk of endocarditis
In a withdrawn article, researchers said oral and maxillofacial surgeons should monitor patients at moderate risk for infective endocarditis for four months after some dental procedures, according to a perspective published on October 13 in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
October 16, 2022
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Diabetes
Dental Medicare expansion could save billions, CareQuest finds
Expanding Medicare dental coverage could save the U.S. up to $42 billion annually for patients with diabetes and heart disease, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. It's one of the latest data points in the continuing conversation around government-backed dental benefits.
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Dental Education
Dental school dean resigns over antisemitic images in course work
A dean of dentistry resigned following an external investigation concerning the use of antisemitic imagery in course materials.
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TMJ/TMD
TMDs may be ruining patients’ lives
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Regulatory Updates
Inside the Dental Trade Alliance’s strategy for Capitol Hill
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Legal Issues
Charges to be dismissed against ex-dental employee
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Office Management
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on rethinking your dental practice's scheduling habits
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Hiring the right dental employee
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
HR expert Alan Twigg shares proven recruiting strategies, including how to spot AI resumes and create a strong employment proposition.
May 21, 2026
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Dental student sues university, others, claiming retaliation
By Melissa Busch
A dental student is fighting back against alleged university retaliation and discriminatory discipline.
May 20, 2026
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Hormones may play a role in painful tooth extraction problem
By Melissa Busch
Hormones may be sabotaging tooth extraction healing.
May 20, 2026
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An OMS on the impact of GLP-1s on smiles
By Dr. Jason M. Auerbach
GLP-1s are transforming who walks through dental surgery doors and what they need, writes Dr. Jason M. Auerbach.
May 20, 2026
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Asylum-seeker dies from untreated tooth infection
By Melissa Busch
A simple toothache became fatal for a 56-year-old asylum-seeker who died in ICE custody.
May 19, 2026
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This cavity risk may start before the 1st tooth
By Melissa Busch
A new study reveals what may put children at greater risk of developing early childhood caries.
May 19, 2026
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DSO CCOs share their biggest challenges
By Beth Gaddis
Recently, 30 DSO chief clinical officers gathered for a summit to discuss their biggest challenges. Discover their breakthroughs
May 19, 2026
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Dentist accused of prescribing drugs to those he wasn’t treating
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested and charged with multiple felonies.
May 18, 2026
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Here’s some good news about dental implants
By Melissa Busch
A new study revealed how different implants performed.
May 17, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for scheduling overdue patients
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Overdue patients can cost a practice over $1 million over a dentist’s career, but prompt action can fix it, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
May 17, 2026
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Dentist convicted of murder sentenced
By Melissa Busch
A dentist convicted of felony murder has been sentenced.
May 15, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi says you're polishing wrong and here's why
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this video, Dr. Tom Giacobbi breaks down the two most common polishing mistakes hygienists still make and also offers quick guidance for polishing smarter, not harder.
May 15, 2026
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