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Opioids
Tramadol-dexketoprofen combo effective for 3rd-molar extraction
A combination of the opioid class drug tramadol and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) dexketoprofen proved more effective than ibuprofen alone for managing pain after third-molar extraction, according to a report published in the Journal of Evidence Based Dental Practice.
March 28, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
Sugar substitutes don't look so sweet in new study
Artificial sweeteners aren't looking so sweet based on the findings of a study published on March 24 in PLOS Medicine. Research from France linked some types of sugar substitutes with an increased risk of cancer, including breast and obesity-related cancers.
March 24, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
Pandemic has long-lasting effects on hygiene workforce
Dental hygienists have low COVID-19 infection rates and high vaccination acceptance rates, according to a report in the February issue of the Journal of Dental Hygiene. The research also found that less than half of hygienists who left their place of employment early in the pandemic have returned.
March 9, 2022
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Oral Bacteria
Evidence suggests vaping contributes to gum disease
Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) alter oral health and may contribute to gum disease, according to a study published in mBio on February 22. People who vaped e-cigarettes in the study had a less healthy oral microbiome than nonsmokers did -- but could still be healthier than cigarette smokers.
February 21, 2022
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Dental Practice
Desirable lifestyle increasingly out of reach for dental grads
It is increasingly difficult for young dentists to achieve desirable career, lifestyle, and financial outcomes, according to a study published recently in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The reason? High student debt.
February 16, 2022
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Oral Bacteria
Oral bacteria may influence diabetes kidney complications
In a recent study of patients with chronic periodontitis, oral bacteria significantly differed in patients who also had diabetic nephropathy, a common diabetes-related kidney complication. One oral bacteria species in particular may be able to signal patients with renal involvement.
February 14, 2022
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Hygiene Tools
Novel toothbrush outperforms sonic brush for whitening
A novel radiofrequency toothbrush left teeth whiter and worked better against tooth stains than a sonic vibrating toothbrush, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
February 3, 2022
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Antibiotics
Do patients with prosthetics need antibiotic prophylaxis?
Dental professionals may want to reconsider the use of antibiotic prophylaxis in patients with prosthetic joints. The findings of a new study in JAMA Network Open refute the recommendation for patients with prosthetic joints undergoing invasive dental procedures.
January 30, 2022
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Restorations
Access to fluoridated water falls short at Calif. university
Employees with access to water containing fluoride can have related oral health benefits, but at least one California university is falling short of providing clean and readily available fluoridated water, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
January 20, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
Large study links blood glucose levels to missing teeth
Adults older than 30 had fewer teeth if they had markers of poor glycemic control in blood lab results in a study published in Diabetology International. The research included insurance claims data from hundreds of thousands of people.
December 6, 2021
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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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Police investigate patient death following dental cleaning
By Melissa Busch
Police are investigating two cases in which one patient died and another went into cardiac arrest following dental cleanings.
October 21, 2026
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Why I keep saying yes: One dentist's story of a patient, a risk, and a tray of fruit
By Dr. Marie Alejandrino- Buell
A dentist who arrived in the U.S. with $400 explains how saying yes to a patient changed her life and why she keeps saying yes.
October 21, 2026
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Why a few bad Google reviews may actually help your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Don't fear a bad Google review, says Dr. Len Tau. Under Google's new rules, here's how to ask patients for feedback.
October 21, 2026
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Man accused of gunning down dentist dies in shootout with police
By Melissa Busch
A loose tooth sparked a deadly confrontation that ended in tragedy and bloodshed.
October 20, 2026
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Prosthodontist accused of running drug ‘party house’
By Melissa Busch
A prosthodontist was charged with two felony charges for allegedly running a "party house."
October 20, 2026
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This may have a positive effect on adult oral health
By Melissa Busch
Childhood dental habits may help as you grow older, according to a study.
October 20, 2026
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Why is Mom still making the dental appointment?
By Dr. Jennifer You
Dr. Jennifer You has some ideas on how dental practices can help young patients take ownership of their healthcare.
October 20, 2026
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Dentist to pay to settle U.S. privacy allegations
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of failing to provide timely access to a patient’s protected health information has agreed to settle the case.
October 19, 2026
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Critical cybersecurity questions you must ask before buying a dental practice
By Tasha Dickinson
A practice can look perfect and hide a cybersecurity problem. Tasha Dickinson shares what buyers must ask before closing a deal.
October 19, 2026
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Nearly 1 in 5 practices pays 4% or more to accept credit cards
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental practices pay 3.37% on average for card processing, some far more, a new study reports.
October 19, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for improving practice production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
It is possible to increase practice production 10% year over year, says Dr. Roger P. Levin. There are two methods within reach to achieve steady growth.
October 19, 2026
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Should your dental practice surcharge credit cards? A CPA discusses cutting processing fees.
By Kevin Henry
Most dental practices don't know their credit card rates, says CPA Doug Fettig. Surcharging could return nearly 3% to the bottom line.
October 19, 2026
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