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Dental Hygiene
Which syringe to use? Hygienists go with tradition.
Dental hygiene students and faculty may prefer traditional metal syringes over disposable safety syringes, according to a pilot study published by the American Dental Hygienists' Association.
April 10, 2025
Syringe Hand Diana Vyshniakova
Pediatrics
Bottle-feeding may be linked to dental decay
Bottle-feeding toddlers to sleep may contribute to early childhood caries, emphasizing the importance of phasing out bottle-feeding when appropriate, reports a study recently published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health.
April 9, 2025
Bottle Feed Toddler Robert Kneschke
Invisible Aligners
The surprising way aligners may give oral health a boost
Orthodontic treatments, particularly clear aligners, may improve oral health by stabilizing the oral microbiota and minimizing plaque buildup, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
April 8, 2025
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Wellness
Want to lower ergonomic risks? Clinicians, wear these.
This tool may improve dentists' posture, reducing ergonomic risks and potentially lowering the likelihood of occupational musculoskeletal disorders, reports a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.
April 7, 2025
Dentist Neck Pain Endostock
Public Health
ADHA says CDC cuts will hurt oral health in the U.S.
The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) has raised concerns over staff cuts at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), warning that they threaten oral health programs across the nation.
April 7, 2025
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Dental Hygiene
Survey uncovers gaps in U.S. oral hygiene habits
Many U.S. dental patients may not be doing enough when it comes to visiting the dentist regularly or maintaining a consistent oral hygiene routine, according to a survey conducted by Risas Dental and Braces.
April 4, 2025
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Imaging & CAD/CAM
Patients don't like what they see on their intraoral scans
Dental patients may be less satisfied with their restorations after viewing intraoral scanning-generated images and using magnifying mirrors. The study was published recently in the Digital Dentistry Journal.
April 3, 2025
Intraoral Scan Dentist Patient Yistocking
Imaging & CAD/CAM
AI may be better at this than orthodontists
Artificial intelligence (AI) may outperform orthodontists in this area, according to a study published in the Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists.
April 3, 2025
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Dentures
These patients may be more likely to experience denture failure
Patients with these characteristics may be more likely to require procedures on abutment teeth, increasing the risk of removable partial denture failure. This study was recently published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
April 2, 2025
Broken Dental Bridge Iryna
Oral-Systemic Link
Patients with lupus, RA may want to wake up on oral health
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus may have an increased risk of dental decay and a higher oral bacteria presence. The study was published recently in BMC Oral Health.
April 2, 2025
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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
Dentist, practice sued for allegedly busting patient’s jaw
By Melissa Busch
A patient who claims her jaw was broken during a third-molar surgery because she didn't have enough anesthesia has filed a lawsuit against the dentist and the dental practice.
August 14, 2025
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DSO leaders share their top priorities for fall 2025
By Beth Gaddis
Six executives at Dykema’s 12th Annual DSO Conference shared their top priorities for the rest of the year, and their insights offer a clear look at where the industry is heading.
August 14, 2025
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Got a hobby? What you do may make you a better dentist
By Melissa Busch
Having a hobby may be beneficial to improving dentistry skills, according to a new study.
August 14, 2025
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Ex-dental worker accused in teeth-whitening scam sentenced
By Melissa Busch
An ex-dental employee accused of tampering with a work computer after she was fired and illegally performing teeth whitening offsite has been sentenced.
August 13, 2025
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These factors may affect tooth loss in younger gum disease patients
By Ava Barros
Patients under age 36 with severe gum disease, limited education, and a history of smoking may be at greater risk of tooth loss, reports a study published in the Journal of Periodontology.
August 13, 2025
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Clinical tip: Your checklist for dental implants and CBCT
By Kevin Henry
Are you using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging correctly when planning dental implants? This clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS, explains how CBCT can benefit you and your patients even more.
August 13, 2025
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Dentist, stylist fight over deceased bigamist husband’s millions
By Melissa Busch
A dentist and a beautician who married the same man five years apart in Las Vegas are battling over his multimillion-dollar estate.
August 12, 2025
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Blow, smack, pop your way to improved oral health. Maybe?
By Ava Barros
Chewing xylitol gum may help supplement toothbrushing by reducing plaque and decreasing the risk of caries-associated Streptococcus mutans, according to a review published in BMC Oral Health.
August 12, 2025
Chewing Gum Bubble Ekaterina Shvaygert
Podcast: Dr. Matt Bynum on relationships, organized dentistry, and the next generation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Matt Bynum joins the show to discuss the evolution of dentistry, the challenges faced by new dentists, and the importance of mentorship and building relationships in the field.
August 12, 2025
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Dentist, wife jailed for stealing designer goods at airport
By Melissa Busch
A dentist and his engineer wife, arrested for reportedly shoplifting more than $750 in designer items at airport shops, were sentenced to jail.
August 11, 2025
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Dentists, health workers thinking, planning, attempting suicide
By Melissa Busch
In the past year, healthcare workers, including dentists, in the U.S. reported thinking, planning, or attempting to end their lives, according to a new study.
August 11, 2025
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Probiotics, diet changes may improve gum disease
By Ava Barros
Combining conventional care with probiotics and an anti-inflammatory diet may significantly improve gum disease, a new study in BMC Oral Health finds.
August 11, 2025
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