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Gum disease may be an independent risk factor for stroke

A study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice reveals a tie between periodontal disease and increased stroke risk, but controlling dental biofilm may help.

July 8, 2025

AI may detect early childhood caries in individual teeth

University of Hong Kong researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system capable of predicting the risk of early childhood caries for individual teeth.

July 7, 2025

The research team, led by Professor Shi Huang (left). The AI system achieved a 93% accuracy rate in predicting caries that would develop two months later.

What’s stopping kids from getting fluoride at well visits?

Primary care clinicians contend with certain hurdles when it comes to applying a topical fluoride varnish, reports a study published in JDR Clinical & Translational Research.

July 3, 2025

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What may make kids more prone to traumatic dental injuries

A Dental Traumatology study suggests that preschoolers with delayed motor development and obesity may be more prone to falls that result in traumatic dental injuries.

July 2, 2025

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Peeing our way to more dental implant material

University of California, Irvine researchers have devised a system transforming human urine into hydroxyapatite, a material used in dental implants, with promising larger environmental implications.

July 1, 2025

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High iron levels may be linked to gum disease

A recently published study in the Journal of Periodontology links higher iron levels to more severe, widespread gum disease, highlighting a new risk factor even after adjusting for other risk factors.

July 1, 2025

Can heart disease be seen on dental CBCTs? A study is in the works.

Stony Brook University researchers have received a grant to study whether routine dental cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans help detect early signs of heart disease.

July 1, 2025

Imaging & CAD/CAM

This may offer a less invasive way to screen for gum disease

A noninvasive ultrasound technique promises a more reliable and comfortable way to screen for gum disease -- no manual probing required -- according to an American Chemical Society press release.

June 27, 2025

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How common are peri-implant diseases?

Over half of dental implant patients may develop peri-implant diseases within a decade, according to a recent Journal of Periodontology study.

June 26, 2025

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A new online tool may be key to managing dental anxiety

A recent study in Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology highlights an online cognitive behavioral therapy tool that may significantly reduce dental anxiety and enhance oral health in anxious adults.

June 26, 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 surrendered his license.

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Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy

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Even mummies had periodontitis and heart disease

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How to reactivate inactive dental patients

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Celebrity dentist killed by police

Board reinstates license of dentist convicted of being intoxicated at work

By Clark Kauffman

The dentist claimed he was "poisoned" by others while working.

December 30, 2025

Executive Board

What was dentistry’s good, bad, and, maybe, ugly in 2025?

By Melissa Busch

Dentists and others share their roses and thorns in dentistry in 2025.

December 30, 2025

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What were DrBicuspid’s top 10 stories of 2025?

From groundbreaking research to controversial dentist behavior, 2025 was full of news that captured the attention of DrBicuspid's readers.

December 30, 2025

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Top 5 dental specialties articles of 2025

Patient deaths and celebrity teeth discussions highlight a very busy year in the world of dental specialties on DrBicuspid.

December 30, 2025

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Settlement reached in dental patient wrongful death suit

By Melissa Busch

A wrongful death lawsuit filed against a dentist and practice after the death of a 40-year-old during implant placement has been settled.

December 29, 2025

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Top 10 case reports of 2025

By Melissa Busch

DrBicuspid revisits the top 10 case reports of 2025.

December 29, 2025

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Culture is the hidden advantage no dentist can buy

Your practice's culture is the competitive advantage no other dentist can duplicate, driving loyalty, referrals, and revenue, writes Sandy Baird, MBA.

December 29, 2025

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Top 5 digital dentistry stories of 2025

DrBicuspid’s 2025 recap continues with the top five digital dentistry articles that captivated readers.

December 29, 2025

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Top 5 dental trends that reshaped dentistry in 2025

What challenged dentists and dental team members in 2025? Here are our takes on five trends that matter heading into 2026.

December 27, 2025

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Podcast: Insights on dental practice transitions in 2026

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dan Van Eps from Henry Schein Practice Transitions sees a golden lining for dentists selling their practice in 2026. Learn why.

December 27, 2025

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This antioxidant drops the risk of gum disease

Eating lycopene, a dietary antioxidant, may be associated with a lower risk of severe gum disease, and the benefit was notable among older Black adults.

December 27, 2025

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DrBicuspid’s top 5 business stories of 2025

By Karie Neeley Anderson

From a gold‑tooth mystery to lawsuits and data breaches, DrBicuspid counts down the top five business stories of the year.

December 27, 2025

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