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What you need to know about buccal infiltration with articaine

Articaine via buccal infiltration alone may be less effective and more painful than lidocaine with standard infiltration for molar extractions, per a JADA study.

September 23, 2025

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How well do partial fixed dentures survive?

Fixed partial dentures may provide an affordable, minimally invasive treatment that delivers long-lasting results, with some caveats.

September 19, 2025

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How smart biomaterials may combat dental infections in the future

Smart dental biomaterials could revolutionize infection treatment, outperforming traditional methods, according to a review in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.

September 18, 2025

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Infection Control

Antibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs

A new Journal of Arthroplasty study finds that preventive antibiotics before dental work may not reduce the risk of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) in joint replacement patients.

September 18, 2025

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Infection Control

This treatment effectively cleans waterlines

Treating dental unit waterlines with neutralized electrochemically activated solutions may improve the water quality, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

September 18, 2025

Dental Unit Water Syrgine

Infection Control

Infection control matters to dental patients

Patients value a clean, safe environment and appreciate discussions about proper infection control, according to a Dental Assisting National Board survey.

September 17, 2025

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Infection Control

Lower post-surgery pneumonia rates tied to oral health

A presurgery guided oral care routine may cut patients' pneumonia risk and shorten hospital stays, reports a study in PLoS One.

September 16, 2025

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This may protect juice from decaying teeth

A PLoS One study reported that juice briefly alters oral lubrication. The results offer new insight into saliva’s role in protecting tooth enamel and its response to sugar.

September 15, 2025

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Ultrasound may zap biofilms in the future

High-intensity focused ultrasound might be effective in eliminating biofilms from titanium dental implant surfaces, reports research recently published in the International Journal of Implant Dentistry.

September 12, 2025

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Biofeedback may help treat TMDs

Biofeedback may help effectively manage temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and improve patients’ well-being, reports a review recently published in BMC Oral Health.

September 11, 2025

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Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure

An Iowa dentist who mistakenly extracted a patient's tooth without painkillers has surrendured his license.

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Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy

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Even mummies had periodontitis and heart disease

Just A Minute Doc 400

How to reactivate inactive dental patients

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Podcast: Unlocking interoperability is the future for dental practices

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

James Grover, president of Vyne Dental, says the need for innovation and adaptability has never been clearer in 2026 as patient and provider needs continue to evolve.

January 22, 2026

Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400

Patient accused of practice rampage after being tardy sentenced

By Melissa Busch

A patient who reportedly trashed a dental practice in Scotland and attacked a dentist after she was told she was late for her appointment was sentenced.

January 21, 2026

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What affects the environment more: aligners or braces?

A recent review compared the ecological footprint of clear aligners versus traditional orthodontics.

January 21, 2026

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Clinical tip: How to improve scanning

Dr. Sara Mahmood shares how she ensures her team members capture the right scans every day.

January 21, 2026

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Podcast: Addressing oral health inequity while advancing technology and care

Ellen Bosl of Solventum joins the podcast to discuss oral health inequities, oral healthcare access barriers, and tech's impact on patient care.

January 21, 2026

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This may be better for disinfecting root canals

This nanoparticle exerted strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effects, suggesting its use an alternative to sodium hypochlorite for root canal disinfection.

January 20, 2026

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Dental calculus may hold the key to early diabetes detection

By Melissa Busch

Potassium levels in dental calculus may be a possible indicator of diabetes.

January 20, 2026

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3 mistakes office managers make

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Dr. Roger P. Levin reveals the three mistakes that cost practices profits, efficiency, and teamwork.

January 20, 2026

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Navigating team technology acceptance in dentistry

Learn how emotional intelligence, training, and cultural shifts drive successful technology integration in dental teams and practices.

January 20, 2026

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New suit claims Delta Dental misquotes out-of-network coverage

By Melissa Busch

A U.S. class action lawsuit has been filed against Delta Dental Plans Association and 40-plus affiliates.

January 19, 2026

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AI smiles may affect perception but not treatment motivation

An AI tool to simulate orthodontic treatment improved people’s perception of their teeth, but without clinical input, few patients pursued orthodontic treatment.

January 19, 2026

These drugs may give you bad breath

Certain medications can act as an underlying cause for halitosis, a study published in the International Dental Journal reports.

January 19, 2026

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