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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.
June 16, 2021
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Dental Practice
OSHA releases standard to protect health workers from COVID
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released a proposed emergency temporary standard to protect health workers in hospital settings from COVID-19. Most dental practices will be exempt from the rules, but those providing services in hospital settings or treating patients with COVID-19 will be covered.
June 15, 2021
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Anesthesia
Anesthesia & Pain Management Insider: Kids skip the dentist after general anesthesia procedures
June 14, 2021
Dental Practice
What will it take to get a dental benefit added to U.S. healthcare?
Though a growing body of research shows the connection between good oral health and overall health, developing a national agenda for oral health policy and management in the U.S. has been an uphill battle for decades. Oral health professionals may need to get creative to make this happen.
June 14, 2021
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Orthodontics
Week in Review: Girl swallows orthodontic wire | Harassment of hygienists | The cost of periodontal disease
June 11, 2021
Dental Education
Observing rudeness while burned out equals dental errors
Witnessing rude behavior while feeling burned out may affect the mechanical skills of dental students, resulting in critical errors, according to a study published on June 6 in the Journal of Dental Education.
June 10, 2021
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Restorations
Twitter users starting to embrace water fluoridation
Twitter users have started to get on board with community water fluoridation, with the number of supporters rising from none to 19% in five years, according to an article published on June 7 in BDJ in Practice.
June 9, 2021
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Dental Practice
Dental hygienists experience verbal, sexual harassment at work
Dental hygienists experience a variety of inappropriate behaviors at work, including verbal attacks, sexual innuendos, and evaluation of their appearance, according to a study published on June 6 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.
June 8, 2021
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X-Ray
Handheld vs. conventional x-ray: 3 things to consider
Handheld intraoral x-ray units should not replace conventional fixed dental x-ray machines, according to an editorial published on June 6 in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology.
June 7, 2021
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Orthodontics
Orthodontic wire leads to appendicitis in 11-year-old girl
A 2.7-cm orthodontic wire caused appendicitis in an 11-year-old girl in California, according to a report published in the August issue of the Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports. Imaging revealed the wire and helped clinicians make the diagnosis.
June 6, 2021
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Dental Education
Dental school dean resigns over anti-Semitic images in course work
A dean of dentistry resigned following an external investigation concerning the use of anti-Semitic 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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Dental Duets: A 4-generation perspective on dentistry, innovation, and AI
By Michael Ventriello
From dangerous beginnings to AI-driven innovation, Dr. Mark Whitefield reflects on dentistry's history and shares how clinicians can balance tech with patient-centered care.
January 12, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for prioritizing continuing education
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Continuing education isn’t a box to check. Dr. Roger P. Levin guides you on getting strategic about sharpening your skills through CE.
January 12, 2026
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More details emerge involving the death of dentist and wife
By Melissa Busch
Some details have emerged since a dentist and his wife were found shot to death at their home in Ohio more than a week ago.
January 9, 2026
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Dentist with long disciplinary history, now 79, agrees to surrender his license
By Clark Kauffman
A Fort Dodge, IA, dentist is repeatedly accused of taking patients’ medications.
January 9, 2026
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Tooth loss may affect thinking
By Ava Barros
Tooth loss may be tied to cognitive decline in older adults, possibly harming brain regions involving memory, even if good nutrition is maintained.
January 9, 2026
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The economic and legislative shifts shaping practice sales
By Ryan Mingus
In a turbulent economic market, Ryan Mingus of Tusk Practice Sales lays out how some practices are preparing for a high-value sale.
January 9, 2026
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Tech adoption in dentistry: Partnership wins
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Tech adoption fails when manufacturers ignore real practice conditions, says Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Learn what contributes to a successful implementation.
January 9, 2026
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Dentists, practice sued over death of 9-year-old patient
By Melissa Busch
The mother of a 9-year-old girl who died after dental surgery has filed a lawsuit against the practice and several dentists.
January 8, 2026
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Did you know this has a positive effect on kids' oral health?
By Ava Barros
Children with good oral hygiene habits shared these characteristics, reports a study in BMC Oral Health.
January 8, 2026
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Is your AI dental receptionist failing? Here’s how to fix the real problem
By Danielle Caplain
Your AI receptionist works perfectly, except it's not delivering results. Danielle Caplain offers strategies on achieving a harmonious balance with AI and staff.
January 8, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi's scheduling hacks for your practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Make your days smoother and your mind calmer with these scheduling hacks from Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
January 8, 2026
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Dentist arrested for assault, unlawful restraint
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested for allegedly physically and sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman and restraining her.
January 7, 2026
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