Melissa Busch[email protected]CAD/CAMMissing teeth linked to Zika-caused congenital syndromeChildren with the congenital syndrome caused by the mosquito-borne Zika virus may have multiple missing teeth, according to a study in Brazil published April 23 in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology.April 28, 2022Legal IssuesRansomware gang owns ADA cyberattack, leaks member dataA ransomware crew -- Black Basta -- is taking responsibility for the cyberattack that struck the ADA, which crippled its communication systems and more, and claims to have started leaking member data, according to a story published April 26 in Bleeping Computer.April 26, 2022HomeCyberattack rocks ADA, paralyzing its operationsThe ADA was hit with a cybersecurity attack, which has caused technical difficulties, including disrupting its email, phone, online chat, and membership software systems, according to a press release issued April 25 from the Nebraska Dental Association.April 25, 2022MalpracticeMich. oral surgeon must pay $2.75M in malpractice caseAn oral surgeon in Michigan must pay $2.75 million in a medical malpractice case for reportedly injuring a 32-year-old's carotid and lingual arteries, leaving him with mouth numbness and trouble chewing, according to a press release issued by the patient's attorney.April 25, 2022Oral BacteriaSelenium dental sealants may aid caries preventionDental sealants that contain selenium may stop caries-causing bacteria from forming on and below a sealed tooth, possibly paving a new way to help prevent tooth decay, according to a study recently published in Dental Materials.April 24, 2022RestorationsRestoratives & Cosmetics Insider: Selenium dental sealants may aid caries preventionApril 20, 2022Oral & Maxillofacial SurgerySurgery for drooling leads to life-threatening outcomeA 6-year-old boy with autism experienced life-threatening throat swelling and airway compromise following a submandibular gland ligation procedure to control his drooling, according to a short communication published April 18 in Advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.April 19, 2022Orofacial PainDentist misrepresented herself as a patient to get oxycodoneA New York dentist has admitted to misrepresenting herself as one of her patients to fraudulently obtain oxycodone for her own use, according to a press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of New York.April 18, 2022Imaging SystemsWhich camera is best for dental photos?Digital single-lens reflector, point-and-shoot, and smartphone cameras are frequently used in everyday life, but which one is most suitable for dental photography? Each camera's strengths -- and drawbacks -- were outlined in a study published April 7 in Heliyon.April 18, 2022AntibioticsIs it time to change antibiotic prophylaxis guidelines?A group of dentists and physicians called for the ADA and the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons to reevaluate the use of antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with prosthetic joints in a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.April 17, 2022Previous PagePage 54 of 122Next PageTop StoriesPeriodonticsDoing this may affect gum disease treatment outcomesThe secret to faster gum healing may be this one simple strategic intervention.FluorideIs fluoride varnish worth it?Dental HygieneThe self-compassion factor: What new research reveals about dental hygienist burnoutPractice SalesWhat to consider before selling your practiceSponsor ContentEscape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice
