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Infection Control
Tongue tissue shows distinct response to COVID-19
Researchers have demonstrated for the first time that the immunoinflammatory response of COVID-19 in oral tissue is distinct and may play an important role in regeneration after infection.
March 22, 2023
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Endodontics
Animal study reveals path to new implant coating material
Researchers in Korea have developed a new coating for dental implants that could significantly facilitate bone regeneration, according to a recent study.
March 20, 2023
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Periodontics
Study reveals important cellular activity in the gingiva
Researchers at Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan, have shed light on biological activity related to gingiva fibroblasts, cells that help produce fibers that hold our teeth in place, according to a news release issued by the university.
March 15, 2023
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Periodontics
Is gum disease linked to atrial fibrillation?
Researchers at Newcastle Dental Hospital in Tyne, England, will check patients to see if there is a link between gum disease and a heart condition called atrial fibrillation, according to ITV News.
March 8, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Supplement focuses on dental-medical integration
Two studies led by researchers at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston were among articles highlighted on February 27 in an Annals of Family Medicine special supplement. Both studies focused on how nondental professionals can support dental health.
March 1, 2023
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Periodontics
Manuka honey may have sweet effect on implant bone healing
Soaking collagen scaffolds in manuka honey could increase their ability to produce minerals and promote osteogenesis, yet the scaffolds offer little resistance to bacterial infection, according to researchers.
February 28, 2023
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Oral Cancer
Oral bacteria may increase heart disease risk
Infection with a common bacteria linked with periodontal disease, oral cancers, and bad breath may cause a slight increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published on February 14 in eLife.
February 22, 2023
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Periodontics
Researchers develop cytokine score for gum inflammation
A new scoring method based on cytokine levels in saliva could help dentists determine how well patients respond to treatments for gum disease, according to researchers at the New York University College of Dentistry.
February 20, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Treats from grandparents not so sweet
Less than half of mothers address the issue of grandparents giving their grandchildren copious amounts of cavity-causing foods and beverages, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
February 15, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Grant given to create remote-controlled tooth cleaning tool
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has received a $256,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to develop magnetic nanotechnology for use in at-home dental care products.
February 8, 2023
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Dentist fined in death of implant surgery patient
A dentist who performed implant surgery on an 81-year-old woman has agreed to resolve the case.
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Oral-Systemic Link
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Orofacial Pain
What dental practices need to know about Halloween emergencies
Pediatric Dentist Matea Michelangeli
Opioids
Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?
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Dentist fined in death of implant surgery patient
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who performed implant surgery on an 81-year-old woman has agreed to resolve the case.
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The risk of all-cause death appeared to rise significantly with the rapid progression of tooth loss, according to a study.
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What dental practices need to know about Halloween emergencies
By Kevin Henry
What can your dental practice do to prep for Halloween candy-related emergencies? We asked Dr. Jason Auerbach for his tips.
October 28, 2025
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Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?
By Melissa Busch
About 1 in 10 pediatric dental visits involving opioids were linked to overdose or persistent use.
October 27, 2025
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Smartphone imaging may be key to early oral cancer diagnosis
By Ava Barros
Rice University researchers created an affordable smartphone-based imaging system to support the early detection of potential oral cancers.
October 27, 2025
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How to confidently collect in your dental practice at the time of service
By Ashley Bond
Confidently request and receive payment at the time of service using these tips from Ashley Bond.
October 27, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for evaluating your financial factors
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Providing excellent patient care alone won’t fund your future. Dr. Roger P. Levin reveals the financial factors that ensure a secure retirement.
October 27, 2025
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Man sentenced for assaulting women he promised teeth whitening
By Melissa Busch
A man convicted of sexually assaulting women, including those he lured into his teeth whitening salon, was sentenced to 26 years in prison.
October 24, 2025
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There may be an issue with women and root canals. Period
By Ava Barros
Women receiving root canal treatment may experience increased dental anxiety during certain phases of their menstrual cycle, a Scientific Reports study asserts.
October 24, 2025
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The importance of adding medical billing to the dental practice
By Christine Taxin
Mastering dental and medical insurance is vital for dental practices to optimize their reimbursement processes, writes Christine Taxin.
October 24, 2025
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Dentist arrested for soliciting undercover cop posing as boy
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested after allegedly attempting to solicit a teenage boy online who was an undercover officer.
October 23, 2025
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Higher dental caries may be linked to cardiovascular risk
By Ava Barros
The decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index may predict cardiovascular disease risk, according to recent research.
October 23, 2025
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