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Dental Practice
HPI: 8 out of 10 dentists support dental insurance reform
Dentists largely support dental insurance reform, according to findings from the ADA Health Policy Institute's Economic Outlook and Emerging Issues in Dentistry poll. More than 1,100 dentists responded to the poll, which was conducted from November 8 to November 13.
December 13, 2022
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Dental Hygiene
Dental professionals can help prevent HPV cancers
Oral healthcare professionals may help prevent HPV-related cancers by increasing HPV vaccination rates for patients, according to a study published on December 8 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 12, 2022
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Milling vs. 3D printing: Which one is best for dentures?
When it comes to creating dentures, artificial teeth can be milled or 3D printed, but which method is more accurate? Both processes were deemed clinically acceptable in a head-to-head comparison that was published on December 1 in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
December 12, 2022
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Dental Practice
Now trending: Oral piercings and gems
Dentists are warning against a popular trend among young adults: oral piercings and gems. The trend may pose serious damage to one's oral health, according to a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 11, 2022
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CAD/CAM Insider: Milling vs 3D printing: Which one is best for dentures?
December 7, 2022
Dental Practice
Inflation tops COVID-19 for reasons to delay dental care
U.S. adults are more likely to report concerns about inflation and rising prices than concerns about COVID-19 as reasons to delay dental care, according to public opinion research released on December 7 by the Delta Dental Institute.
December 7, 2022
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CAD/CAM
Dentist helps World Cup fan bullied for his smile
A dentist in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, provided a Moroccan football fan with a new smile after he was bullied about his teeth at the Qatar World Cup, according to news reports. The dentist crafted the fan a set of full dentures to fix his crooked teeth.
December 7, 2022
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Invisible Aligners
Intraoral appliances routine part of dental practice
The fabrication and use of intraoral appliances are becoming a routine part of dental practices, according to a study published in the December issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association. Researchers analyzed intraoral appliance application, practice workflows, and changes in practice trends.
December 1, 2022
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'Dateline' to feature dentist
Dr. Lawrence Rudolph, a dentist who once ran a respected dental chain in Pittsburgh, PA, was charged with homicide and insurance fraud in January 2022. NBC is promising new details and interviews in a December 2 episode of "Dateline" that focuses on the 2016 death of Rudolph's wife.
December 1, 2022
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Restorations
5 reasons why WHO's essential medicines improve oral health equity
Just over a year ago, dental medicines were added to the World Health Organization's (WHO) list of essential medicines. Now, dentists are weighing in on the possible implications for public health policy in a commentary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
November 30, 2022
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Dentist suspended after patients left with severe complications
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The "front desk" label minimizes your team's impact on practice success.
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By Melissa Busch
The California Dental Association Political Action Committee withdrew its endorsement of Rep. Eric Swalwell.
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Man pleads not guilty in dental practice shooting
By Melissa Busch
A brutal December attack at a Georgia dental office ends with a not guilty plea.
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Yikes! Clear aligners may disrupt more than smiles
By Melissa Busch
Clear aligners may be straightening teeth and silently damaging the body.
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Here's why high-performing dental teams keep getting better
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, reveals the counterintuitive secret separating thriving dental practices from merely busy ones.
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Do’s and don’ts for bouncing back from a bad year
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Bad years happen to good dentists, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. But resilient, successful dentists follow these steps to bounce back.
April 13, 2026
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Dental manufacturer to settle pregnancy discrimination suit
By Melissa Busch
A dental company has settled a lawsuit in which it's accused of reportedly firing a pregnant employee days after she was hired.
April 10, 2026
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This OTC drug may lead to implant failure
By Melissa Busch
This over-the-counter (OTC) medication may jeopardize your new smile.
April 10, 2026
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ChatGPT ads: What to expect, and why dentists should care
By Matthew McBride
ChatGPT ads are coming to dentistry. Matthew McBride explains why early positioning matters now.
April 10, 2026
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What we learned at the recent Insurance Extravaganza meeting
By Christine Taxin
Christine Taxin recaps the critical lessons from the Insurance Extravaganza and what it means for clinicians and dental team members.
April 10, 2026
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