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Periodontics
Turmeric ingredient can spice up periodontitis treatment
Curcumin, the main active ingredient in turmeric that gives the spice its yellow color, may have a role in the treatment of periodontitis thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. A review article on the substance was published on June 26 in the Journal of Periodontal Research.
June 29, 2021
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Oral Bacteria
Modified smartphone lights up plaque-causing oral bacteria
Could an ordinary smartphone be used to identify the oral bacteria that cause dental plaque? University of Washington researchers have converted a smartphone into a mobile multispectral imaging system that lights up plaque through light-emitting diode (LED) images.
June 28, 2021
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Orthodontics
Man loses tooth after retainer causes canine avulsion
A fixed lower jaw dental retainer completely avulsed the canine tooth of a 26-year-old man in the U.K., according to a case report published June 24 in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. The tooth ended up requiring extraction.
June 27, 2021
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Dental Therapists
Catalanotto: Dental therapy is key to oral health equity
Dental therapy can improve access to high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care -- and, eventually, boost oral health equity, according to Dr. Frank Catalanotto. He spoke at the June 22 "Behind the PubMed Citation" talk presented by the University of Pennsylvania's Leon Levy Dental Medicine Library.
June 24, 2021
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Dental Practice
OSHA rule to protect healthcare workers now in effect
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emergency temporary standard that protects healthcare workers, including some dental practitioners, from occupational COVID-19 exposure is now in effect. Nonexempt employers have until July 6 to comply with most provisions.
June 21, 2021
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X-Ray
Imaging aids removal of aspirated dental crown
A chest x-ray helped identify a 9.5-mm dental crown discovered in the lung of an 81-year-old man admitted to the hospital for meningitis. The international team of authors behind the case published their report in the August issue of Radiology Case Reports.
June 21, 2021
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Rise in adverse events for TMJ implants prompts FDA update
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 17 released updated information about temporomandibular disorder and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) implants, including the number of reported adverse events and ways the agency is engaging with patients.
June 20, 2021
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Dental Hygiene
Week in Review: OSHA standard on COVID-19 | Why no national dental benefit? | Foster kids and dental care
June 18, 2021
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Rare 4-cm mucocele removed from child's submandibular gland
Clinicians removed a rare 4-cm mucocele that extended from the submandibular gland to the floor of the mouth of a 9-year-old girl. The case was published on June 16 in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports.
June 17, 2021
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Dental Hygiene
Long-awaited sequel to surgeon general's oral health report is coming
The U.S. surgeon general's 2000 report on oral health was a milestone in the country's effort to improve oral health nationwide. So what's taking so long for a follow-up to be released? After some delays, the wait may be coming to an end.
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Legal Issues
Former dentist accused of killing man at his shuttered practice
A former dentist allegedly shot and killed a 37-year-old man outside his shuttered dental practice.
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Smile Design
Why women excel at identifying celebrity smiles: What the science says
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X-Ray
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the benefits of digital x-rays
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Dental coding: What you need to know about future updates to CDT 2026 codes
By Estela Vargas
Recently, the ADA's Code Maintenance Committee discussed changes to the Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT) for January 2026. Estela Vargas, CRDH, was there and tells you what you need to know.
April 15, 2025
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Practice sued again over assistant's alleged behavior
By Melissa Busch
A dental practice in Arizona is facing a second lawsuit related to one of its former dental assistants who is accused of inappropriately touching and taking images of undressed pediatric patients during dental x-ray exams.
April 14, 2025
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PRP shot may offer pain relief from TMJ osteoarthritis
By Ava Barros
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections after joint puncture may provide significant pain relief in patients with temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis, according to a review published recently in BMC Oral Health.
April 14, 2025
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The true cost of raising the bar in dental hygiene
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
If you're a dental hygienist stuck inside "a prophy mill," Dr. Kelly Tanner is here to help, diving into what it really takes to elevate dental hygiene protocols and why it's worth it.
April 14, 2025
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Do's and don'ts for growing your practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
The keys to accelerating your practice's growth aren't mysterious or even difficult, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Implementing these two steps can propel your practice to new heights.
April 14, 2025
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Dental hygienist sues, alleging wrongful termination
By Melissa Busch
A dental hygienist/assistant filed a lawsuit against a prosthodontist and dental practice, accusing them of wrongfully terminating her due to a disability.
April 11, 2025
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Pregnancy hormones up tooth decay risk
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Higher levels of six hormones during pregnancy may be significantly linked to an increased risk of developing cavities, according to a University of Rochester Medical Center news release dated April 3.
April 11, 2025
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AGD urges HHS to continue water fluoridation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has criticized the recent decision to stop recommending community water fluoridation in the U.S. and wants the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to continue recommending the cavity-fighting measure.
April 11, 2025
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This tool may read dental x-rays better
By Ava Barros
A recently developed diagnostic system may improve the accuracy of identifying and classifying odontogenic sinusitis through dental x-rays, according to a news release dated March 31.
April 11, 2025
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Simplifying digital dentistry: Dentsply Sirona's vision for the future
By Kevin Henry
Bruce Peatey of Dentsply Sirona spoke with DrBicuspid.com's Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry about how the company is pioneering technology that will revolutionize chairside digital dentistry while making the tech intuitive and simple for clinicians.
April 11, 2025
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Dental HR case study: What you need to know about CE and travel legalities
By Kevin Henry
In this episode of "The DrBicuspid Podcast," Alan Twigg of Bent Ericksen & Associates discusses the critical aspects of human resources (HR) in dental practices, focusing on the legal implications of continuing education (CE) travel for team members.
April 10, 2025
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Navigating dental hygiene salaries: A business perspective
By Kevin Henry
After her recent article discussing dental hygienist salaries, which drew plenty of attention from the hygiene (and dentist) side of the equation, Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, is back with more insights on hygienist pay.
April 10, 2025
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