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Periodontics
Gum disease may be linked to migraines
Patients with periodontitis may have an 80% greater risk of experiencing migraines than those with healthy gums.
November 5, 2025
Woman sits on a bed holding her head with both hands, indicating she has a migraine.
Immune System
MS linked to specific oral microbiome
An altered oral microbiome and metabolites may be a factor in the development of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a study.
November 4, 2025
Microscopic view of colorful viral particles and cellular structures in vibrant detail, representing the microbiome.
Oral Cancer
HPV may be linked to oral leukoplakia
Oral HPV infection may be linked to oral leukoplakia, a potentially cancerous condition appearing as white patches in the mouth.
November 3, 2025
Close-up medical view of oral leukoplakia.
Dental Education
Money problems lead to closure of Harvard dental clinic
The Harvard Dental Center’s Cambridge practice, which has been closed since a fire occurred in April 2025, will permanently shutter.
October 31, 2025
Red 'Closed' sign hangs on a glass storefront window.
Pediatrics
Sealants may help this caries type but not others
Sealants on primary molars appeared to reduce and delay certain cavities but not all.
October 30, 2025
Close-up of a boy having a dental exam.
Imaging & CAD/CAM
30-minute 3D-printed restorations are in the works
Researchers have fine-tuned a technology that creates 3D-printed zirconia dental restorations in a single day.
October 30, 2025
Dental impression placed on precision medical equipment with blue lighting.
Imaging & CAD/CAM
Smartphone imaging may be key to early oral cancer diagnosis
Rice University researchers created an affordable smartphone-based imaging system to support the early detection of potential oral cancers.
October 27, 2025
Close-up of a man using a smartphone.
Endodontics
There may be an issue with women and root canals. Period
Women receiving root canal treatment may experience increased dental anxiety during certain phases of their menstrual cycle, a Scientific Reports study asserts.
October 24, 2025
A woman dental patient holds two fingers to her jaw indicating pain to a dentist.
Cardiovascular
Higher dental caries may be linked to cardiovascular risk
The decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index may predict cardiovascular disease risk, according to recent research.
October 23, 2025
A dentist performs a dental examination on an older patient.
Smile Design
This method may improve complete arch restorations
The key to an accurate complete arch restoration may lie in using this technique, reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.
October 23, 2025
Close-up of a maxillary full-arch dental implant.
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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
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Dental Hygiene
This may push your hygienist to quit
More in Home
What's working in dental marketing?
By Jon Cerbie
MouthWatch's 2026 marketing survey offers four insights that are worth including in your marketing strategy.
August 18, 2026
Two hands hold a smartphone. There are five stars superimposed over the phone, indicating the person is leaving a five-star review.
RDHs are divided on the 5-mm pocket, so what do we do about it?
By Kevin Henry
Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, says familiarity with a patient shouldn't impede hygienists from exploring what may silently be driving gum disease.
August 18, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast promotional image, featuring a masked dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.
Align Technology wins $1.4M judgment
By Melissa Busch
Align Technology announced it prevailed in a $1.4 million legal battle, which ended with its competitor having to halt operations.
August 17, 2026
A wood gavel rests on top of a stack of U.S. bills.
When SRP doesn't resolve the inflammation, here's what to ask next
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
A site that keeps bleeding after scaling and root planing (SRP) is information and deserves a different question, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
August 17, 2026
Headshot of Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
Do’s and don’ts for improving insurance reimbursements
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Declining reimbursements and inflation are squeezing practice revenue. Learn strategies for negotiating better rates and appealing denied claims.
August 17, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin, CEO of Levin Group.
Dentist indicted for failing to pay $1M-plus in taxes
By Melissa Busch
A U.S. grand jury has indicted a dentist for multiple tax offenses.
August 14, 2026
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States are cracking down on DSO deals. Is yours next?
By Marshall Strisik
Regulators are cracking down on DSO deals. Aspen Dental's $2 million-plus settlement signals new scrutiny for any dentist considering a sale.
August 14, 2026
Headshot of Marshall Strisek, founder of Dental Contracts Pro.
The most-used dental instrument you hardly ever think about
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Should we think more about the dental mirror? Yes, says Dr. Tom Giacobbi, as he explains why in this installment of Just a Minute, Doc.
August 14, 2026
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Man accused of filing $80K fraudulent dental claim sentenced
By Melissa Busch
One man's elaborate dental fraud scheme has cost him dearly.
August 13, 2026
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Watching mukbangs may hurt kids’ teeth
By Melissa Busch
Viral food videos may pose serious hidden dental risks to adolescents, according to a new study.
August 13, 2026
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Apple Maps ads are coming. Here’s what dentists need to know.
By Nathan Giblett
Apple Maps will feature paid ads. Practices that prepare their listings now will gain a head start on competitors.
August 13, 2026
Headshot of Nathan Giblett, marketing manager for Great Dental Websites.
Which imaging modality best detects periapical lesions?
By Ava Barros
Could one common imaging approach be missing what another routinely finds? New research takes a closer look.
August 13, 2026
Dental x-ray showing two teeth with root canal anatomy and surrounding jawbone structure.
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