Alex Dagostino[email protected]Dental PracticeDentists' personalities differ from everyone elsePersonality type is a valid predictor of occupational success. Researchers examined the common personality traits of dentists and found that dentists' personality styles differ from those of the general population, according to a study published July 7 in the Journal of Dentistry.July 11, 2022Hygiene ToolsOne-quarter of dentists don't brush twice per dayDentistry touts the importance of regular brushing and flossing, but more than one-quarter of dentists say they don't brush their teeth at least twice per day, according to a survey by Berxi, a venture within Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance.July 10, 2022DiabetesDiabetes affects tooth hardness in mice studyA recent animal study shows that type 1 diabetes can negatively affect the microhardness of enamel and dentine, according to findings published in the Archives of Oral Biology.July 6, 2022RestorationsAutism linked to higher risk of dentoalveolar traumaPatients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be more susceptible to oral pathology, including dentoalveolar trauma. Researchers assessed the risk of dentoalveolar trauma in patients with ASD and published their findings on June 28 in the Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.July 5, 2022Dental Practice41% of Americans have medical or dental debtRising healthcare costs have been a concern for many Americans and can often lead to healthcare debt, whether patients are insured or not. A survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation reveals why patients accrue healthcare debt.July 4, 2022Alternative Pain TherapiesMusic and aromatherapy can help anxious pediatric patientsMusic therapy combined with aromatherapy can effectively manage fear of dental care and associated anxiety in school-aged children, according to a study published on June 30 in the Journal of Dental Sciences.June 30, 2022Dental PracticeMore Americans seeking oral care in emergency departmentsAn increasing number of Americans are relying on the emergency department (ED) for oral healthcare. From 1997 to 2007, the use of EDs to treat caries, periodontitis, and other conditions increased annually by 4%, according to data published June 24 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.June 29, 2022Dental Practice5 ways to make your practice more LGBTQ+ friendlyHealthcare utilization is lower among the LGBTQ+ community, but there are simple steps dental practices can take to make their practices welcoming for all patients, according to diversity and inclusion advocates Drs. Marita Inglehart and Scott Schwartz.June 28, 2022Antibiotics3 factors that influence dentist opioid prescriptionsA prescription for antibiotics, the use of sedation, and even whether a dental student was involved in the procedure are just some of the factors that influence whether a prescription for opioids was given after a tooth extraction, reports a study published on June 9 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.June 22, 2022Immune SystemOral lesions after vaccination may be tied to immune responseFollowing a surge of reports of oral lesions developing following COVID-19 vaccination, researchers are trying to identify the association and are highlighting the underlying immune mechanisms involved. Their research on the oral side effects of COVID-19 vaccines was published on June 19 in Infectious Medicine.June 21, 2022Previous PagePage 12 of 15Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDSO-linked firm, more agree to settle fraud allegationsA health and wellness company, an affiliated dental service organization (DSO), and more agreed to resolve claims they engaged in hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraud.Periodontics1st reported case of kidney disease drug causing gum overgrowthAIAI may detect early childhood caries in individual teethDSOWhat lies ahead for DSOs in the 2nd half of 2025?Office ManagementDo’s and don’ts for controlling practice overhead
