Alex Dagostino[email protected]PeriodonticsPeriodontal disease during pregnancy is an epidemicPeriodontal disease is an epidemic trend, according to the authors of a systematic review published on August 20 in the Journal of Dentistry. More than one-third of pregnant people experience periodontitis, and about two-thirds experience bleeding on probing, the review found.August 23, 2022Infection ControlWhy dentists should capitalize on administering vaccinationsNow is an opportune time for dentists to leverage the momentum and experience providers have gained in administering vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure the profession can continue to offer this service, according to a guest editorial published on August 18 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.August 22, 2022Dental PracticeNational Tooth Fairy Day: How much is a baby tooth worth?For kids, lost baby teeth are generally cause for celebration, as the tooth fairy is dishing out more cash than ever, with a national average of $5.36 per tooth. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day, the editorial team at DrBicuspid is taking a closer look at what the fairy is leaving behind.August 22, 2022Intraoral ScannersResearchers recommend intraoral scanner to detect tooth wearAfter studying its suitability for identifying early tooth wear, researchers concluded that Align's iTero intraoral scanner is a suitable screening tool for detecting tooth wear in routine dental practice, according to a study published on August 2 in the International Dental Journal.August 18, 2022RestorationsTooth staining tops list of parents' concerns about SDFSilver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy is an effective and efficient treatment for early childhood caries, but the resulting permanent black tooth staining is a top concern for parents considering its use for their children, according to a study that is being published in the October issue of the Journal of Dentistry.August 17, 2022Dental PracticeDentistry is ready to leverage big data for better careDental institutions and practices are now well positioned to learn from one another by sharing data, co-developing improvement strategies, and disseminating findings, according to an article published on August 12 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.August 17, 2022Dental PracticeDentistry is ready to leverage big data for better careDental institutions and practices are now well positioned to learn from one another by sharing data, co-developing improvement strategies, and disseminating findings, according to an article published on August 13 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.August 16, 2022Orofacial PainNSAIDs or acetaminophen: Which med is best for orthodontic pain?Over-the-counter analgesics can effectively treat orthodontic pain, according to a review published on August 11 in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice. The analysis found no significant differences in pain relief between common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and acetaminophen.August 15, 2022Dental PracticePerceived discrimination impacts oral health of older adultsPerceived discrimination has a significant negative impact on the oral health of older patients, according to a study of Brazilian adults published recently in the Journal of Dentistry. To promote successful aging, providers must identify disparities to avoid perpetuating health inequalities.August 14, 2022Orofacial PainVirtual reality can decrease pain for pediatric patientsWant to reduce pain for your pediatric patients during painful or uncomfortable procedures? Try distracting them. In a study of pediatric patients, using virtual reality as a distraction reduced pain during rubber dam placement, according to a study published on August 6 in the International Dental Journal.August 11, 2022Previous PagePage 9 of 15Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of drug deal near his office enters pleaA dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case has pleaded not guilty in a separate case in which he allegedly was involved in a drug deal near his dental office.FluorideWhat’s stopping kids from getting fluoride at well visits?Oral-Systemic LinkWhen it comes to smoking, teeth don’t liePodcastsPodcast: The keys to transforming patient relationships in dentistryRegulatory UpdatesOpinion: Why advocacy in dentistry matters
