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Patient Communication
Dental teams don't want to do mental health screenings
While many dental professionals support mental health screening in dental settings positively, only a minority are willing to put it into practice, according to a BMC Oral Health study.
August 4, 2025
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Brain
Should BMS be considered a neurological disorder?
Patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS) may have increased intracranial pressure, suggesting BMS may be a neurological condition, reports a recent study.
July 31, 2025
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Fluoride
U.S. adults give public water fluoridation a thumbs-up
A report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health shows U.S. adults overwhelmingly support community water fluoridation.
July 30, 2025
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Oral Cancer
What cannabis use may do to your cancer risk
A study published in Preventive Medicine Reports potentially links long-term cannabis use with a threefold-plus increase in the risk of oral cancer over five years.
July 29, 2025
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Diabetes
Gestational diabetes may be more likely in those with gum disease
Gum disease may be linked to gestational diabetes mellitus in women of childbearing age, and systemic inflammation may play a central role in this connection, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
July 28, 2025
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Pediatrics
The connection between screen time and early caries in kids
A study in BMC Oral Health links excessive screen time to the progression of early childhood caries, highlighting the need for more effective prevention efforts.
July 25, 2025
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Orofacial Pain
This antibiotic paste may resolve periapical inflammation
A modified triple antibiotic paste containing this ingredient may more effectively treat periapical inflammation versus traditional minocycline pastes, according to an International Dental Journal study.
July 24, 2025
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Smile Design
Aesthetics of white lesions may be managed at home or in the office
Both at-home and in-office tooth bleaching may preserve the appearance of resin-infiltrated white spot lesions, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
July 24, 2025
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Oral-Systemic Link
U.S. adults associate these dental problems with poor health
This condition in U.S. adults is linked with worse self-reported overall health, reports a study in Frontiers in Oral Health.
July 23, 2025
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Dentures
Dentures may be linked to higher risk of respiratory diseases
Wearing removable dentures may be linked to certain systemic diseases by potentially contributing to the spread of infections and inflammation, according to a Journal of Dentistry review.
July 22, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure
An Iowa dentist who mistakenly extracted a patient's tooth without painkillers has surrendered his license.
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Periodontics
Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy
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Even mummies had periodontitis and heart disease
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Patient Communication
How to reactivate inactive dental patients
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Tooth loss may affect thinking
By Ava Barros
Tooth loss may be tied to cognitive decline in older adults, possibly harming brain regions involving memory, even if good nutrition is maintained.
January 9, 2026
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The economic and legislative shifts shaping practice sales
By Ryan Mingus
In a turbulent economic market, Ryan Mingus of Tusk Practice Sales lays out how some practices are preparing for a high-value sale.
January 9, 2026
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Tech adoption in dentistry: Partnership wins
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Tech adoption fails when manufacturers ignore real practice conditions, says Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Learn what contributes to a successful implementation.
January 9, 2026
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Dentists, practice sued over death of 9-year-old patient
By Melissa Busch
The mother of a 9-year-old girl who died after dental surgery has filed a lawsuit against the practice and several dentists.
January 8, 2026
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Did you know this has a positive effect on kids' oral health?
By Ava Barros
Children with good oral hygiene habits shared these characteristics, reports a study in BMC Oral Health.
January 8, 2026
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Is your AI dental receptionist failing? Here’s how to fix the real problem
By Danielle Caplain
Your AI receptionist works perfectly, except it's not delivering results. Danielle Caplain offers strategies on achieving a harmonious balance with AI and staff.
January 8, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi's scheduling hacks for your practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Make your days smoother and your mind calmer with these scheduling hacks from Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
January 8, 2026
Just A Minute Doc 400
Dentist arrested for assault, unlawful restraint
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested for allegedly physically and sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman and restraining her.
January 7, 2026
Doctor Handcuffs
What oral health stigma is doing to your patients
By Ava Barros
Stigma from oral health conditions may harm mental well-being and discourage patients from seeking dental care, creating a cycle of worsening dental problems.
January 7, 2026
Dentist Consult Patient Zamrznuti Tonovi
Why the 'Four Chiefs Conversation' should be part of your dental practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Paul Homoly says the Four Chiefs Conversation helps dentists develop trust and retain patients, as well as grow their practice.
January 7, 2026
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Long recovery expected for dental assistant shot at work
By Melissa Busch
A dental assistant who was allegedly shot multiple times by her partner at work suffered severe injuries and now faces a long road to recovery.
January 6, 2026
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Reimbursement rates may be driving SDF adoption
By Ava Barros
Insurance coverage restrictions may influence dentists’ decisions whether to prescribe silver diamine fluoride.
January 6, 2026
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