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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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Dentures
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
2021 02 02 22 00 8617 Tooth Computer Digital 400
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
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
2022 04 04 03 32 2588 Dentist Woman Patient 400
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
2021 02 10 23 53 8533 Scanner Intraoral Dental 400
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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
2019 07 18 21 11 3927 Who Flag 400
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Intellectual Property
Align Technology wins patent infringement case
Align Technology prevails in infringement case, forcing Angelalign to stop selling products across Europe.
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Public Health
Most in the U.S. support better oral health access
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Practice Sales
Tighter financing, more DSO capital: What Tusk's Q4 report means for dental practice owners
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DSO
Say no to win: Why niche dental groups may beat the giants
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Patient Communication
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the impact of firing a dental patient
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Align Technology wins patent infringement case
By Melissa Busch
Align Technology prevails in infringement case, forcing Angelalign to stop selling products across Europe.
October 23, 2026
Scales of justice are pictured next to law case books and a gavel.
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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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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