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Oral Bacteria
Want to reduce dental caries? Maybe tell patients to eat pickles
A strain of lactobacilli bacteria that is found in Sichuan pickles may prevent microbes that cause tooth decay and caries, according to a recently published animal study in Frontiers in Microbiology.
June 16, 2020
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Experts warn dentistry's future is murky despite current robust return
As of June 1, about 90% of dental practices had reopened and patient volume had rebounded by up to 65%, depending on location. However, some industry experts warn that a complete bounce back from the pandemic isn't likely in 2020.
June 15, 2020
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Infection Control
How one dental practice is handling a COVID-19 outbreak
A dental practice in South Carolina may remain closed through June 17 after four of its employees tested positive for COVID-19. Two other employees who have not yet received their results are also suspected of having the virus.
June 14, 2020
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Alternative Pain Therapies
Study of cannabis effects on indigenous oral health gets $1.5M grant
The University of Toronto has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to gather the first evidence of how cannabis use affects the oral health of the country's indigenous population.
June 11, 2020
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AI
AI-based system classifies oral cancer with high accuracy
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based computer system can rapidly diagnose and classify oral squamous cell carcinoma at accuracy levels of more than 92%, according to a new study that will be published in the August issue of Neural Networks.
June 9, 2020
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Infection Control
Loss of taste and smell likely a strong predictor of COVID-19
Loss of taste and smell and the presence of cough and fever may be the strongest predictors of COVID-19. Focusing on patients who have any combination of these symptoms may help identify, trace, and reduce infections, according to a letter published on June 4 in the Lancet journal.
June 8, 2020
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Dental Specialties
Lou Gehrig's disease markers develop in teeth during childhood
Biomarkers of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis -- commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease -- begin developing in teeth during childhood, according to a study published on May 21 in the Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology.
June 7, 2020
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Restorations
CBCT shows rare case of dislocated implant in ethmoidal sinus
Cone-beam CT (CBCT) helped identify a rare case of a dental implant moving into a man's right ethmoidal sinus in a recent case report, published online on May 27 in Heliyon. An anatomical variant likely prevented him from showing signs of sinusitis related to the dislocated implant.
June 4, 2020
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Oral Cancer
Most nasopharyngeal cancer patients show severe tooth wear
About 93% of nasopharyngeal carcinoma survivors experience severe tooth wear due to hyposalivation caused by radiation treatments, according to a new study in the June 2020 issue of the Journal of Dentistry.
June 3, 2020
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Infection Control
Chlorhexidine rinse may cut SARS-CoV-2 viral load in saliva
In a new study, high amounts of SARS-CoV-2 were detected in the saliva of patients for days after infection, but rinsing with chlorhexidine mouthwash reduced the viral load in saliva for a short time. Results were published on May 25 in the Journal of Korean Medical Science.
June 2, 2020
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A dentist in Texas was arrested for compromising patient safety at a pediatric practice.
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The 5 C's dental teams cannot avoid for increased production
By Laurie Owens, CPC, CPB
These C's are essential not only for delivering exceptional dental patient care, but they are also necessary for creating an efficient, productive workplace environment, writes Laurie Owens.
January 7, 2025
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Snails may be the key to soothing canker sores
By Karie Neeley Anderson
A hydrogel made of the sticky, gel-like substance produced by snails may provide relief and healing from canker sores and other oral wounds, according to an article recently published in The Harvard Gazette.
January 6, 2025
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How people in these states achieve the best smiles
By Ava Barros
This Eastern state ranked as the one with the best dental care, with about 73% of its population visiting a dentist in 2020 and approximately 90% of its public water systems are fluoridated, according to research conducted by Celebrate Dental and Braces.
January 6, 2025
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Running year-end in Dentrix: Essential tips for a smooth transition
By Dayna Johnson
As a certified Dentrix trainer, Dayna Johnson is often asked about year-end reports when the new year dawns. Here is her best advice for maximizing your Dentrix software.
January 6, 2025
Woman Computer Office Mangostar
The future of dentistry: 5 must-know trends for 2025
By Josh DeVries
Josh DeVries, the CEO and co-founder of Intiveo, shares his insights about the trends that will impact dental practices in 2025.
January 6, 2025
Dental Operatory Obscured
Do's and don'ts for hiring an office manager
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
If you're in the process of hiring an office manager, look for an individual with these qualities, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
January 6, 2025
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Proposed deal reached in alleged cyberattack coverup at practice
By Melissa Busch
A dental practice in Indiana has agreed to a proposed agreement to settle allegations that it failed to report and tried to conceal a ransomware attack that exposed patient personal data.
January 3, 2025
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Researchers to develop safe-to-swallow mouthwash
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers at the University of Wyoming are developing a swallow-safe mouthwash using natural antibiofilm compounds, according to a news release dated December 18.
January 3, 2025
Mouthwash Pavelis
Protein-based sweetener that won't rot teeth in the works
By Melissa Busch
Researchers are developing a protein-based sweetener that contains no sugar, is sweeter, and won't cause tooth decay.
January 3, 2025
Sugar Stocksnapper
Few Medicare Advantage dental plans meet quality standards
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental coverage provided by Medicare Advantage, the privatized version of the healthcare insurance, may be subpar, according to a study conducted by Massachusetts-based healthcare system Mass General Brigham.
January 3, 2025
Dental Operatory Obscured
4 dentists, practice indicted
By Melissa Busch
Four dentists and the dental practice in Alaska where they are employed are accused of theft and committing Medicaid fraud over a five-year period and have been indicted.
January 2, 2025
Magnifying Glass Fraud
Dentistry's top 5 legal stories in 2024
By Melissa Busch
DrBicuspid breaks down the top legal issue stories of 2024.
January 2, 2025
Gavel Scale Justice
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