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Intraoral Scanners
This 3D technology may transform pediatric dentistry
Fluorescent 3D scans proved just as reliable as the human eye in spotting cavities, a recently published study reports.
December 22, 2025
A dentist points to a computer screen displaying a dental bitewing image.
Implants
These implants may be best for patients with severe bone atrophy
For patients with significant bone loss, this type of dental implant had a high survival rate up to four years after placement.
December 19, 2025
Close-up of a full-arch dental implant.
Pediatrics
Maybe try this to improve dental fear in preschoolers
This behavior technique reduced dental fear and improved cooperation in pediatric patients, reports a BMC Oral Health study.
December 18, 2025
Smiling child in bright green dental chair wearing blue patient bib.
TMJ/TMD
This noninvasive treatment may improve TMJ
While not a cure-all, using deep heat to relax the jaw muscles and joints showed promise in improving TMJ pain and boosting quality of life.
December 17, 2025
A healthcare professional applies a treatment following treatment with a diatherm device.
Oral-Systemic Link
Gum disease may be a risk factor for pancreatic cancer
A new study’s findings emphasize the importance of treating gum disease to reduce related systemic inflammation.
December 16, 2025
Close-up of dental examination with medical tools examining teeth.
Orofacial Pain
This may help dentin hypersensitivity
This treatment improved dentin hypersensitivity in more than 93% of patients after six months, reports new research.
December 15, 2025
A woman holds her jaw in reaction to drinking a hot beverage.
Cardiovascular
Time for a dental care protocol for heart transplant patients?
Severe gum disease was linked to a higher risk of sepsis in heart transplant patients.
December 12, 2025
A red heart sits next to a white and red toothbrush.
Nutrition
Mom's vitamin D level may be linked to kids' caries risk
A mother’s vitamin D stores may influence a child’s risk of developing early childhood caries, new research suggests.
December 11, 2025
A smiling pregnant woman cradles her belly with her hands.
Public Health
What's the burden of gum disease where you live?
Gum disease remains a major cause of tooth loss in the U.S., with the highest rates in these two states, reports a Journal of the American Dental Association study.
December 11, 2025
Close up of inflamed gum tissue.
Oral-Systemic Link
Do you know the hypersensitivity risks of antiseptic rinses?
More patients are experiencing hypersensitivity effects like chronic hives to topical antiseptics, especially with chlorhexidine.
December 10, 2025
Close-up of a woman's mouth and chin showing a dermatitis breakout.
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Public Health
Work less for the good of teeth? Maybe.
A new study reveals that working long hours leads women to skip dental visits, with white-collar workers affected the most.
Headshot of Dr. Peter Auster, founder and owner of Cosmetic Dental Associates.
Smile Design
Zirconia cementation made easy: The ideal cements are here now!
Cover image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series featuring Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Periodontics
Dr. Tom Giacobbi discusses the AAP's Dental Hygienist Recognition Program
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Legal Issues
Pair guilty of $13M fraud, including free dental prosthetic scam
A woman healthcare worker wearing PPE looks out a window.
Dental Hygiene
This may push your hygienist to quit
More in Home
Do’s and don’ts for improving your practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Regardless of your practice’s size or stage of growth, substantial gains are achievable. Start with these two changes to boost production.
August 31, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin, founder and CEO of Levin Group.
Dr. Alan Stern: Dentistry's biggest disruption is also its biggest opportunity
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Alan Stern explains why dentistry's biggest disruptors -- AI among them -- present big opportunities, if practices prepare now.
August 31, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast cover image featuring a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and soundwave graphics.
Dentist fined for ‘unprofessional’ responses to patients’ online reviews
By Clark Kauffman
A state dental board fined a clinician, ruling that a dentist’s responses to online patient reviews violated patient confidentiality.
August 28, 2026
A laptop with hands typing next to a frowning emoji and a smartphone showing one-star reviews.
What could a digital co-worker actually do in a dental practice?
By Conner Ludlow
With all the talk about flashy, futuristic AI capabilities, are we missing practical uses that make a real difference on operations?
August 28, 2026
Headshot of Conner Ludlow, CEO of Annie Labs Inc.
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the benefits of cheek retractors
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Do you use retraction devices in your dental practice? If not, you're missing a great aid that can really help, says Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
August 28, 2026
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series featuring Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Employee accused of conning, stealing from dental practice
By Melissa Busch
A former employee was arrested for stealing from her dental practice employer.
August 27, 2026
Close-up of a woman's hands tucking $100 bills into a wallet.
Who plans your aligner cases: You or your software?
By Khamzat Asabaev
Is your aligner software working for you, or are you working for it?
August 27, 2026
A dentist inserts a clear aligner over a woman's maxilla.
The truth about dental insurance
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dental insurance once fueled practice growth, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin. Lower reimbursements and growing complexity are forcing tougher decisions.
August 27, 2026
Professional headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin, founder and CEO of Levin Group.
Risk management in dentistry: Do you really understand it all?
By Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA
Risk management goes beyond HIPAA. From emergency planning to fraud prevention, Tija Hunter explains how to build a compliance system.
August 27, 2026
Headshot of Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA.
The hidden costs of the dental hiring crisis
By Dr. Vishal Sharma
Dr. Vishal Sharma delineates the hidden costs of dental staff turnover -- retraining and burnout -- and what practices can do.
August 27, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Vishal Sharma, vice president of clinical education and operations at Spear Education.
Dental hygienist indicted for possession of child abuse material
By Melissa Busch
A decades-long school dental hygienist was arrested for possessing child abuse material.
August 26, 2026
A woman wearing a gray T-shirt has her hands in handcuffs behind her back.
Do you live in this state? You may have bad breath.
By Ava Barros
Midwesterners in this state are likely to have the worst breath, while residents in this Western state are least likely to have halitosis, reports Action Network.
August 26, 2026
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