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Periodontics
Restoring this vitamin may mitigate periodontal risks
A deficiency of this vitamin may increase the risk of periodontal disease by increasing the expression of the enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-9 in gingival crevicular fluid.
June 3, 2025
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Insurance
Over 25% of U.S. adults don't have dental insurance
Approximately 27% of U.S. adults, or about 72 million people, do not have dental insurance. This lack of coverage may contribute to worsening overall health, according to a report released by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
June 2, 2025
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Implants
Health of an implant may start with its screw
Bacteria trapped in the internal cover screw chamber of dental implants during surgery may play a role in shaping the peri-implant microbiome and whether it will remain healthy.
May 30, 2025
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Public Health
What patients don't understand about oral health
Among U.S. adults, awareness of the link between oral health and other medical conditions has declined compared to 2024, according to the Delta Dental "2025 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."
May 29, 2025
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Hygiene Tools
Will your teeth be sorry if you use vegan toothpaste?
Despite not causing enamel hardness loss or adverse effects on mineral content or morphology, there may not be enough evidence to support using vegan toothpaste.
May 28, 2025
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Oral-Systemic Link
Chronic kidney disease may affect oral health
Chronic kidney disease may affect oral health, potentially leading to changes that directly increase the risk of developing caries, according to a study recently published in Health Science Reports.
May 27, 2025
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Oral-Systemic Link
These lung problems may be linked to jaw fractures
Patients may be at an increased risk of pulmonary complications following mandibular fracture surgery if they have certain predisposing factors, according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.
May 22, 2025
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Pediatrics
Asthma plus sports drinks equals trouble for teeth
Prolonged use of asthma medication may be linked to a higher presence of erosive tooth wear. Therefore, children with asthma should avoid acidic drinks, reports a study recently published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.
May 21, 2025
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Nutrition
How drinking affects tooth loss
Patients who consume about one alcoholic drink daily may heighten their risk of complete tooth loss considerably, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.
May 20, 2025
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Cardiovascular
Gum disease germ may be linked to heart rhythm disorder
The spread of a certain gum disease bacterium to the heart may exacerbate atrial fibrillation, according to a news release dated May 9.
May 19, 2025
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Dental Practice
The most frequent dental mistake in the U.S. may surprise you
A study in the Journal of the American Dental Association ranks the most frequently occurring dental errors in a large U.S. healthcare system.
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Hygiene Tools
This toothbrush may clean teeth better
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Podcasts
Podcast: AI and dental journalism -- what comes next?
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Office Management
How to ensure the schedule doesn't kill your practice
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Legal Issues
Dentist sentenced for murdering his mother
More in Home
VR may help dentists work with pediatric patients
By Ava Barros
Virtual reality (VR) simulation may help teach dental students how to manage pediatric patient behavior, which students may embrace, reports research recently published in the European Journal of Dental Education.
September 3, 2025
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Newly created 3D-printed mouth allows for research sans trials
By Ava Barros
University of Connecticut researchers have created a 3D-printed artificial mouth, offering a novel way to test oral hygiene products, implants, and regenerative therapies and possibly bypassing the need for clinical trials.
September 2, 2025
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The sad truth about insurance reimbursement for today's dental practices
By Teresa Duncan, MS
Dental practices face declining insurance reimbursements and mounting administrative burdens, squeezing profit margins with few easy solutions available, writes Teresa Duncan.
September 2, 2025
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Your gums may be keeping you from getting an erection and worse
By Melissa Busch
What's happening in men's mouths may be affecting them from having and maintaining erections and more, according to a new study.
September 2, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for dealing with difficult patients
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Most clinicians react when facing tough patients, but there’s a better way. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips to help you communicate with challenging patients.
September 2, 2025
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Gum disease may be linked to prostate changes like cancer
By Ava Barros
Research recently published in The Prostate suggests men with gum disease may have an increased risk of developing prostate conditions, including enlarged prostate, prostate cancer, and chronic prostatitis.
August 29, 2025
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Leveraging LinkedIn for career growth in dentistry
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
LinkedIn is a dental professional's digital storefront where credibility is built, networks expand, and career opportunities are created through steady engagement, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 29, 2025
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi ranks popular dental treatments ... do you agree?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with another video, this time ranking popular dental treatments from oil pulling to no-prep veneers. What do you think of his rankings?
August 29, 2025
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Want to make a dentist smile? Try print management in the practice
By Mat Buttrey
Centralized print management systems help dental practices streamline workflows, ensure HIPAA compliance, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency, writes Mat Buttrey.
August 29, 2025
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Dentist pays to settle patient recruiting allegations
By Melissa Busch
A dentist in Connecticut has agreed to pay $150,000 to resolve allegations that she paid fees to a patient recruiting firm in violation of state and U.S. laws.
August 28, 2025
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Dental diseases may affect kids' sleeping patterns
By Ava Barros
Dental problems like cavities and gum disease may disrupt children's sleep and how long they rest, according to a study recently published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.
August 28, 2025
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Setting the standard in your operatory: Aligning dental teams and elevating care
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Excellence in your operatory is not about perfection. It’s about delivering consistent care your patients can count on, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 28, 2025
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