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Local exhaust ventilation can control aerosols, droplets
Dental procedures produce aerosols and droplets that can spread infectious disease. Local exhaust ventilation, however, can be used to control the aerosols, according to a study published recently in the Journal of Dental Research.
November 28, 2021
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Orofacial Pain
Chronic TMDs linked to worse quality of life
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) can have an impact on oral health-related quality of life, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The association was worse for patients with chronic, painful TMDs.
November 17, 2021
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Dental Practice
Dental community needs to be aware of long COVID
Some people who recover from an initial COVID-19 infection develop long-lasting symptoms, a syndrome known as long COVID. More providers, including dental professionals, need to better understand this condition, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
November 8, 2021
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Dental visits decreased during the pandemic
The frequency of dental visits decreased during the pandemic, especially during the period of lockdowns when dental practices were closed, according to an article published recently in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
November 2, 2021
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Insurance
Patients see the dentist less often after a hospital stay
Patients are less likely to visit a dentist after a hospital stay, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. They are slightly less likely to undergo certain types of dental procedures, including periodontic, endodontic, and oral surgery services.
October 19, 2021
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Restorations
Decay already prevalent at kids' 1st dental visit
More than 20% of children need restorative treatment by the time of their first dental exam, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The risk of treatment also increases with each year a child waits to see the dentist.
October 6, 2021
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Dental Hygiene
Oral health facts your patients don't know
How much do your patients know about oral health? Market research platform DentaVox asked 5,551 people how their lifestyle affected their oral health. The responses weren't always accurate, especially when it came to alcohol and smoking.
September 16, 2021
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Wellness
Work-life balance negatively affected by COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns have had many effects, including disrupting the work-life balance of dental professionals in India, according to a study published in PLOS One. Dentists reported altered sleep, anxiety, and changed relationships.
September 6, 2021
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Dental Therapists
Dental therapists net median income of $81K-$90K
Dental therapists in Minnesota netted a median annual income of $81,000 to $90,000, while advanced dental therapists in the state earned up to a median of $100,000 per year, according to a recent survey published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
August 18, 2021
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Periodontics
Dry mouth, altered taste, and lesions point to COVID-19
More than 40% of patients with COVID-19 experienced dry mouth, according to a review published in the Journal of Dental Research that looked at the prevalence of oral symptoms associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Taste disorders and oral lesions were also common in infected patients.
August 11, 2021
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Dental hygienist charged with using forged licenses
A woman accused of practicing with bogus state dental hygienist licenses for more than four years has been charged, according to an affidavit.
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Podcast: Let's talk about the dentist, stress, and burnout
By Kevin Henry
As a dentist, Dr. Eric Johnson has battled burnout and stress. Now he's on a mission to help his colleagues avoid the same fate, sharing tips on this episode of The DrBicuspid.com Podcast.
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Clinical tip: How to properly remove aligners
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Shalin Shah of CDOCS shares his tips for helping patients master inserting and removing aligners -- even those with complex attachments -- by focusing on technique, comfort, and confidence.
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These companies paid big bucks to U.S. clinicians
By Melissa Busch
Tens of millions were paid to U.S. dentists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons for speaking engagements, gifts, and more by companies, but more than half was paid out by five firms.
August 27, 2025
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$22M lawsuit claims dental visit led to 4-year-old’s brain damage
By Melissa Busch
A family has filed a $22 million medical negligence lawsuit against a dental practice in Oregon, claiming that a routine dental procedure left their 4-year-old with brain damage.
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Sensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescue
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Researchers in India deployed nanobots to treat sensitive teeth, and the preliminary results look promising.
August 26, 2025
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Why these dental hygienists love Turbo-CR and what it does for their patients
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH and Chrissy Harlow, RDH, discuss Turbo-CR, a calculus removal agent designed to make dental hygiene procedures more efficient and comfortable for patients.
August 26, 2025
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This toothbrush may clean teeth better
By Ava Barros
A study in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research reports that this toothbrush type may remove plaque more effectively than other toothbrush types.
August 26, 2025
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Former orthodontist arrested for child exploitation again
By Melissa Busch
A former orthodontist who shuttered his practices in 2023 after he was arrested for child pornography has now been charged with U.S. child exploitation offenses.
August 25, 2025
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Thyroid hormone levels may predict gum disease
By Ava Barros
Thyroid hormone levels may be a helpful biomarker for assessing one’s risk of gum disease, which could enable early treatment and tailored care, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.
August 25, 2025
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Revolutionizing implant maintenance in dental hygiene
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this conversation, Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, and Tami Wanless, RDH, discuss new codes the ADA introduced that enhance treatment planning and documentation for dental hygienists.
August 25, 2025
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The 80/20 rule of communication in the dental office
By Dr. Ann D. Miller
Patients are more likely to accept necessary dental treatment when they feel heard and understood. Dr. Ann D. Miller explains how active listening -- not pressure or fear -- is more likely to build trust and boost case acceptance.
August 25, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for making a great 1st impression
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
A great first impression can transform your practice. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to wow new patients and earn their loyalty.
August 25, 2025
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