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Alternative Pain Therapies
Magnesium may take the ouch out of 3rd-molar surgery
Combining an oral magnesium supplement with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may significantly reduce pain after third-molar surgery, according to a study published in Pain Research and Management.
February 7, 2025
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Orofacial Pain
Study to explore how violence affects dental care use
Researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry will study how exposure to violence affects dental care use from adolescence to adulthood.
February 6, 2025
Domestic Violence Abuse
Cardiovascular
Flossing may cut the risk of stroke, irregular heartbeats
Regular flossing may reduce the risk of stroke and irregular heartbeats, according to a preliminary study set to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.
February 5, 2025
Flossing Woman
Pediatrics
Surprising factors that may cause more caries in kids
Factors including sex, unhealthy lifestyles, and problematic internet use may significantly increase the risk of caries in pediatric patients, according to research recently published in BMC Oral Health.
February 4, 2025
Girl Mouth Mirror
Periodontics
The role of fatty acids in periodontitis progression
Consuming certain dietary fatty acids may contribute to the progression and severity of periodontitis, according to a large-scale study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
February 3, 2025
Dietary Fats Lovelyday
Insurance
What patients want most out of dental insurance
These two details are essential for building dental patient satisfaction, according to a recent report from Vyne Dental.
January 31, 2025
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Smile Design
An easy way to extend teeth whitening
Over-the-counter whitening strips may enhance and prolong the whitening results of in-office treatments, according to research published on January 23 in the Journal of Dentistry.
January 30, 2025
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Smile Design
Is VPR or face scans better for smile design?
There may be notable differences in the trueness and precision of facial scans compared to virtual patient representations (VPRs), according to a study published in the Journal of Prosthodontics.
January 30, 2025
Smile Design Lime Sky
Hygiene Tools
How U.S. adults are really addressing oral care
Though U.S. adults who brush twice or more daily reported fewer dental issues than those who did it less often, only about half do it that many times each day, according to news from YouGov Profile.
January 29, 2025
Oral Care Products
Diabetes
Gum disease plus diabetes damages more than health
There may be a link between periodontal disease, diabetes mellitus, and annual healthcare expenditures, with individuals having both conditions paying more. This study was recently published in the Journal of Periodontology.
January 28, 2025
Diabetes
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Legal Issues
Imposter dentist case ends in mistrial
A woman accused of practicing unlicensed dentistry will face a trial restart following charges of juror misconduct.
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Insurance
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
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Legal Issues
Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure
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Periodontics
Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy
More in Home
Dentist calls police on patient over shunned AI technology
By Melissa Busch
A periodontist called police on a dental patient after she allegedly did not consent to using an AI note-taking program during her visit.
November 12, 2025
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Periodontitis may subtly damage the brain
By Ava Barros
People with gum disease may be more likely to have cerebral small vessel disease, a neurological condition with an increased risk of stroke and dementia.
November 12, 2025
Brain Stroke Samunella
Clinical tip: How single-visit dental implant crowns are now possible
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Juergen Langenbach shares his experience beta-testing the Katana Zirconia One For Implant by Kuraray Noritake Dental.
November 12, 2025
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Dentist accused of ‘gross incompetence’ surrenders license
By Melissa Busch
A dentist suspended indefinitely in 2024 due to “gross incompetence and ignorance in the practice of dentistry” has surrendered his license to practice.
November 11, 2025
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There may be a link between obesity and oral health habits
By Ava Barros
Could belly fat hurt oral health? A new study links it to poor brushing, flossing, and tooth decay.
November 11, 2025
Belly Fat Andov
Podcast: Dental team costs are rising. What does that mean for dentists?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental labor costs are projected to jump. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, shares her tips on maximizing the ROI on your practice's most important asset.
November 11, 2025
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
Dental surgeon spots rare anatomical detail in Shroud of Turin
By Karie Neeley Anderson
An oral surgeon viewing the Shroud of Turin says there is an astonishing detail captured in the linen burial cloth.
November 10, 2025
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Caries, gum disease may be tied to increased stroke risk
By Ava Barros
Merging dental care into routine medical assessments and promoting good hygiene habits may reduce stroke risk across the population, a study suggests.
November 10, 2025
Brain Stroke 400
Podcast: A dental executive's view on the current and future states of dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Joe Talanges, the president and chief operating officer of GC America, joins the podcast to share his insights into dentistry's most pressing issues.
November 10, 2025
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
Do’s and don’ts for offsetting inflation
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Insulate your dental practice from inflation and ensure healthy margins with these tips from Dr. Roger P. Levin.
November 10, 2025
Levin Practice Success 400
What you need to know about anemia, caries in kids
By Ava Barros
Children with iron deficiency anemia had more than triple the odds of developing caries versus kids without the condition.
November 7, 2025
Child Mouth Explorer
What users are saying about 3D printing in dentistry
By Ava Barros
Dental professionals believe 3D printing is more accurate than traditional methods but have concerns about its biocompatibility and resin toxicity.
November 7, 2025
3 D Printer Model
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