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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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Dentistry shows signs of recovery from COVID-19
A whopping 65% of dental practices had reopened as of May 18 and patient volumes have risen, indicating that the industry is recovering from shutdowns due to COVID-19, according to new data from the ADA Health Policy Institute.
June 1, 2020
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Your working parents are feeling the most COVID-19 stress
Striking a balance between work and home has always been a challenge for parents. COVID-19 has raised the stakes, with about 60% of workers in a new survey reporting that they have had no outside help in caring for and educating their children during the pandemic.
May 31, 2020
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Oral-Systemic Link
A day of vaping alters the mouth, ups risk of oral disease
Vaping or using electronic cigarettes changes a person's biofilm within 24 hours of exposure, according to a study published on May 27 in Science Advances. Months of vaping left oral cavities resembling those of patients with severe periodontitis.
May 28, 2020
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Infection Control
Oral ulcers may be sign of the virus that causes COVID-19
Painful ulcers in the oral cavity may be linked to SARS-CoV-2 infection, which causes COVID-19, according to an article published on May 5 in Oral Diseases. This is thought to be the first reported case of oral lesions being a possible symptom of COVID-19, the authors noted.
May 27, 2020
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Restorations
New treatment method: Maybe seal a split tooth rather than pull it?
Clinicians preserved a patient's split tooth using a nonsurgical technique that included widening and sealing the fracture gap with mineral trioxide aggregate and composite, according to a case report published online on May 3 in the Journal of Endodontics.
May 26, 2020
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Restorations
Case report: Rare tumor found in man's hard palate
An uncommon 4 x 2.5-cm tumor was removed from a man's hard palate, marking only the fourth documented case of an osteolipoma discovered in this area of the mouth, according to the authors of a case report published May 15 in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science.
May 25, 2020
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Orofacial Pain
Antipain center discovered in mice may lead to new painkillers
Scientists have discovered a small area in the brains of mice that dampens their sense of pain, which could eventually lead to new pain management treatments for humans, according to a study published on May 18 in Nature Neuroscience.
May 20, 2020
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Imaging aids removal of rare ectopic molar in maxillary sinus
Imaging, specifically cone-beam CT, helped clinicians remove an ectopic third molar and an infected cyst from a patient's maxillary sinus, which is a rare site for a tooth to erupt, according to a recent case report published on the open-access platform F1000Research.
May 19, 2020
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
3-cm swallowed dental needle removed from patient's neck
Clinicians removed a 3-cm needle from a patient who swallowed it, likely during a dental procedure, according to a recent case report published in the April issue of the Journal of Dental Anesthesia and Pain Medicine.
May 18, 2020
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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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How apical periodontitis varies by gender
By Ava Barros
A recent study highlights major differences in how apical periodontitis affects men and women.
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Postsurgical neuropathy a wrap?
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Finally, a suture-free device may repair severed nerves, eliminating neuropathy after procedures like oral surgery.
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Is your staff reducing your stress?
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Is your team a help or a hindrance? Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how to transform your team into a self-driven, high-producing team.
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Burnout is impacting the entire team, not just dentists
By Ashley Bond
Burnout isn't solely affecting providers -- it's grinding practices to a halt. Ashley Bond of Wisdom offers practical tips to regain momentum.
September 25, 2025
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Is it time to sell? 5 indicators every dentist should look for
By Ryan Mingus
Every dentist exits -- the smart ones do it on their terms, writes Ryan Mingus of Tusk Partners.
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Mediterranean diet may curb gum disease
By Ava Barros
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may lead to better gum health, and patients who consistently follow the diet have lower levels of certain inflammatory markers.
September 24, 2025
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Not all tooth pain is equal: Classifying the 5 types of endodontic emergencies
By Dr. Deepika Ganne
Dr. Deepika Ganne classifies five types of dental emergencies from irreversible pulpitis to facial cellulitis, providing diagnosis and treatment protocols for each condition.
September 24, 2025
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Clinical tip: Simple socket graft suturing
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this clinical video, Dr. Doug Smail demonstrates his simple socket grafting and suturing technique.
September 24, 2025
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Woman indicted for working with a forged hygienist license
By Melissa Busch
A woman was indicted for allegedly practicing at a dental practice with a fake dental license.
September 23, 2025
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What you need to know about buccal infiltration with articaine
By Ava Barros
Articaine via buccal infiltration alone may be less effective and more painful than lidocaine with standard infiltration for molar extractions, per a JADA study.
September 23, 2025
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7 best practices for every dental practice's front desk
By Christine Taxin
From clear communication to adapting to change, Christine Taxin outlines what your front desk should be doing to support the practice's growth.
September 23, 2025
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Dental billing insights and questions from the recent AADOM meeting
By Kevin Henry
Estela Vargas, CRDH, joins The DrBicuspid.com Podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of dental insurance requirements.
September 22, 2025
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