Theresa Pablos[email protected]OpioidsState of U.S. oral health: 4 dental trends to watchThe U.S. spent $135 billion on dental services in 2018, according to a March 2 report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the health status of the nation. The whopping sum was just one of several dental trends outlined in the report.March 1, 2021Dental HygieneWeek in Review: Looming hygienist shortage? | Chicago Midwinter | National Tooth Fairy DayFebruary 26, 2021Dental PracticeDental ethics show value in the time of COVID-19The ethical principles that helped dentists through the 1918 flu pandemic can also guide dentists today, noted dental ethics expert Nanette Elster. Elster spoke with DrBicuspid.com about ethical decisions during COVID-19 -- a topic she's also discussing at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.February 25, 2021PeriodonticsHow safe are aerosol-generating devices during the pandemic?COVID-19 has made us rethink our norms, including the use of powered dental tools. Hygienist Karen Davis sat down with DrBicupsid.com to discuss the safety of aerosol-generating devices -- a topic she's also speaking about at the virtual 2021 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.February 24, 2021PeriodonticsWhat you need to know about COVID-19 and gum healthFebruary is Gum Disease Awareness Month, and it couldn't be timelier as new research indicates COVID-19 is related to gum health. American Academy of Periodontology President Dr. James Wilson sat down with DrBicuspid.com to discuss the link between the novel coronavirus and oral health.February 22, 2021Restorations3D printing impression trays saves money and timeClinicians can save money and time by 3D printing open impression trays for patients in need of multiple implant-supported prostheses, according to a study published on February 14 in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.February 21, 2021X-RayWeek in Review: Dental x-ray risks | Children's dental health concerns | Sugar overloadFebruary 19, 2021Dental PracticeRecognizing Children's Dental Health Month with AAPDFebruary is National Children's Dental Health Month, and the occasion is a little more somber this year than most. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) President Dr. Jessica Lee sat down with DrBicuspid.com to discuss how the pandemic is affecting children's dental health.February 18, 2021CBCTCAD/CAM Insider: 3D printing impression trays saves money and timeFebruary 17, 2021Dental Practice14% of parents don't think it's safe to go to the dentistA total of 14% of parents don't think it's safe for their child to go to the dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey of 1,882 parents. In addition, 40% haven't tried to get preventive dental care for their children since the start of the pandemic.February 15, 2021Previous PagePage 29 of 34Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesU.S. charges reveal massive dental practice embezzlementAn Illinois woman faces federal charges stemming from a staggering theft from her former employer.Regulatory UpdatesHow buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistryScope of PracticeADHA adopts policies affecting scope of practice, licensure, moreLegal IssuesFake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested againSponsor ContentEscape the PPO Trap: Take Back Control of Your Practice