Hannah Welk

Dental Practice
Tips to secure patient data in the cloud
The benefits of the cloud are obvious for dentists and patients. But cloud software also comes with security risks that dentists should be aware of so they can protect themselves against a data breach. Two attorneys share their advice for keeping your patient data safe in the cloud.
October 10, 2022
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Restorations
Digital workflow can aid layering technique for anterior teeth
A digital workflow can be used to layer composite resin restorations, according to a study published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. In the paper, researchers describe a process involving software and 3D templates to restore anterior teeth, helping to quickly create appealing restorations.
May 22, 2022
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Dental Practice
More patients presenting with orofacial pain
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for new orofacial pain complaints and related symptoms, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The most common symptoms that providers felt were aggravated in these patients included anxiety, headache, bruxism, pain while chewing, and sleep disturbances.
May 19, 2022
2020 03 10 18 19 3978 Man Jaw Tooth Pain 400
Restorations
Digital workflow speeds up implant-supported crowns
Implant-supported crowns can be made in both fully and partially digital workflows. The occlusal adjustment and total adjustment times of the fully digital workflow, however, are significantly shorter than the partially digital workflow, according to a study in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
May 16, 2022
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Restorations
Mothers get conflicting messages on fluoride
Mothers often receive conflicting information about the use of fluoride to promote healthy teeth, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. This conflicting information, some of which is false, makes it difficult for them to make oral health decisions for their children.
May 4, 2022
2020 01 16 22 52 5146 Child Caries Tooth Decay 400
Insurance
Periodontal disease tied to heart attack outcomes
People with periodontal disease are at increased risk of hospitalization due to a heart attack. But those with active periodontal treatment are more likely to adhere to postacute care visits, according to a study published April 20 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
May 1, 2022
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Pediatrics
Tongue device improves sleep apnea in kids with Down syndrome
A surgically implanted device that moves a person's tongue forward during sleep reduces sleep apnea severity in children with Down syndrome, according to a study published April 21 in JAMA Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery.
April 21, 2022
2020 05 21 18 58 0471 Tongue 400
Federally Qualified Health Center
Disability council urges Biden to expand dental Medicaid
In a March letter, the U.S. National Council on Disability urged President Joe Biden and the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to require all state Medicaid agencies to provide dental benefits to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
April 13, 2022
2020 11 03 21 29 5415 Dental Treatment Sedation 400
Insurance
Dental tops list of delayed care for older adults
Older adults were more likely to delay dental care than any other type of healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis published in March by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
April 6, 2022
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Oral Cancer
COVID-19 pandemic ups risk for oral cancer
There's been a dramatic increase in the risk for oral cancer due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related changes in lifestyle risk factors coupled with interruptions to dental care and preventive healthcare, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
April 4, 2022
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Legal Issues
Cornstalks, city fines lead dentist to lose Halloween spirit
A dentist's decade-long Halloween tradition crumbles after he faces city fines and code violations.
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Pediatrics
What 1 hour of screen time may mean for a toddler's teeth
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Podcasts
Your AR report only tells you what already went wrong. Here's where dental revenue actually breaks.
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Dental Practice
Do’s and don’ts for adding a new service
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Public Health
Most in the U.S. support better oral health access
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Cornstalks, city fines lead dentist to lose Halloween spirit
By Melissa Busch
A dentist's decade-long Halloween tradition crumbles after he faces city fines and code violations.
October 26, 2026
Bright orange pumpkins displayed on straw next to dried corn stalks in an autumn harvest decoration.
What 1 hour of screen time may mean for a toddler's teeth
By Melissa Busch
One hour of daily screen time may affect toddlers' teeth, according to a new study.
October 26, 2026
A young girl smiles as the viewer.
Your AR report only tells you what already went wrong. Here's where dental revenue actually breaks.
By Kevin Henry
Michelle Repash explains why dental revenue breaks long before a claim is filed and what prevents it from slipping away.
October 26, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for adding a new service
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Adding a new service can drive practice production. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to introduce a new service and achieve a strong ROI.
October 26, 2026
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Most in the U.S. support better oral health access
By Melissa Busch
Democrats and Republicans finally appear to agree on one major healthcare issue.
October 23, 2026
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Tighter financing, more DSO capital: What Tusk's Q4 report means for dental practice owners
By Ryan Mingus
DSOs are still expanding, but tighter financing and heavy student debt are narrowing the doctor-to-doctor exit for practice owners.
October 23, 2026
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Say no to win: Why niche dental groups may beat the giants
By Dr. Alex Sharp
As AI and DSO consolidation reshape dentistry, one leader argues the winners will fight commoditization by carving out a niche.
October 23, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the impact of firing a dental patient
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Have you ever dreaded telling a patient goodbye? Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice on why it's the right thing to do.
October 23, 2026
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Dental student, fiancé killed in accident
By Melissa Busch
An engaged couple's future was shattered in seconds by a tragedy.
October 22, 2026
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This treatment may hit the right chord for 3rd-molar surgery
By Melissa Busch
A study revealed that music therapy may affect physiological factors during oral surgery.
October 22, 2026
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Onions, QR codes, and 'Your tongue loves me.' Turn-offs that cost you dental patients.
By Dr. Katelyn Gunn
Katelyn Gunn, DMD, offers a tongue-in-cheek list of 10 ways dental teams lose patients.
October 22, 2026
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Why more dentists are partnering with DSOs, and 2 mistakes to avoid
By Kevin Henry
Tusk's Connor Jorgensen explains why burned-out dentists are partnering with DSOs and why preparing years before a sale matters.
October 22, 2026
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