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3 things that may prevent tooth loss
These three practices may reduce the risk of tooth loss, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
May 12, 2025
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Periodontics
Anti-inflammatory drug may reverse gum disease damage
An anti-inflammatory drug may help repair cell energy systems and restore immune balance in the gums to reverse damage from periodontitis, according to a news release dated April 28.
May 9, 2025
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Orthodontics
This technology may help inexperienced dentists
This technology may help improve dental bracket placement, particularly for less experienced dentists, according to a study recently published in Computers in Biology and Medicine.
May 8, 2025
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Periodontics
Periodontitis may be linked to education level
Higher educational attainment may be linked to a lower risk of chronic periodontitis, but targeted intervention may reduce gum disease risk in patients with lower education levels, reports a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.
May 7, 2025
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
When does tooth removal cause oroantral communication?
Assessing root overlap with the maxillary sinus may predict the likelihood of the complication oroantral communication after maxillary tooth extraction. This study was recently published in Clinical Oral Investigations.
May 6, 2025
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TMJ/TMD
Complications may arise in nearly 40% of TMJ surgeries
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement surgery may have complications, most often temporary facial nerve damage, in almost 40% of cases. This study was recently published in the Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery.
May 5, 2025
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3D Printing
These 3D-printed restorations may not be OK long term
These 3D-printed noninvasive restorations may experience significant wear over time. Therefore, they may only be suitable for short-term use. The study was recently published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
May 2, 2025
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
These factors may complicate jaw fractures
Certain factors may increase the risk of complications in mandible fracture treatment, reports a study recently published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
May 1, 2025
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Orthodontics
Medit, Graphy to partner on orthodontics
Digital dentistry firm Medit has partnered with dental 3D printing materials provider Graphy to advance digital orthodontics.
April 30, 2025
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DSO
DSO Max Surgical Specialty secures $77M in financing
Dental service organization (DSO) Max Surgical Specialty Management has secured a $77 million senior credit facility.
April 30, 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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Man accused of botched dental procedures sentenced
By Melissa Busch
A man who posed as a dentist and left one woman with a third of her teeth was sentenced in a plea deal.
December 11, 2025
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Mom's vitamin D level may be linked to kids' caries risk
By Ava Barros
A mother’s vitamin D stores may influence a child’s risk of developing early childhood caries, new research suggests.
December 11, 2025
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Dental insurance may offer more benefits than good teeth
By Melissa Busch
Individuals reported seeing a surprising upside to having dental insurance, according to a new report.
December 11, 2025
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What's the burden of gum disease where you live?
By Ava Barros
Gum disease remains a major cause of tooth loss in the U.S., with the highest rates in these two states, reports a Journal of the American Dental Association study.
December 11, 2025
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Imposter dentist accused of scamming patients out of $4M
By Melissa Busch
A self-proclaimed "veneer specialist" who was charged with illegally practicing dentistry without a license for years allegedly scammed clients out of $4 million.
December 10, 2025
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Do you know the hypersensitivity risks of antiseptic rinses?
By Ava Barros
More patients are experiencing hypersensitivity effects like chronic hives to topical antiseptics, especially with chlorhexidine.
December 10, 2025
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Differentiating dental patients who aren't ready vs. those who aren't interested
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Patients all too commonly refuse treatment. Dr. Paul Homoly guides talking points when reticence stems from life events versus noninterest.
December 10, 2025
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Tooth loss may be linked to sarcopenia
By Ava Barros
Edentulism may share a link with age-related muscle mass loss, reports new research. And routine health screenings may ID high-risk individuals.
December 10, 2025
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New trial date set for dentist accused of covering up murder
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of helping his son cover up the 2023 murder of a 38-year-old woman will not have his day in court until 2026.
December 9, 2025
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Bariatric surgery may raise oral disease risk
By Ava Barros
Bariatric surgery may alter the microbiota in patients, magnifying their risk of periodontal and other dental diseases.
December 9, 2025
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Why dentists must have the hard conversation about dental team members now
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Rising labor costs demand frank discussion about performance and culture, says Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Delays will be costly.
December 9, 2025
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Podcast: Dr. Martin Mendelson on transforming dentistry through behavioral science
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this podcast, Dr. Martin Mendelson shares actionable steps clinicians can take to banish burnout and step into being effective leaders.
December 9, 2025
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