Ava Barros

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Why dentists don't participate in state health programs

Challenges, like funding constraints and limited input in policy changes, may prevent general dental practitioners from participating in publicly funded oral healthcare programs, reports a review published in Health Policy.

January 27, 2025

Doctor Gesture Stop Chajamp

This toothpaste formula may reduce plaque, more

Toothpaste with antimicrobial peptides epsilon-poly-L-lysine and funme peptide may reduce plaque, halitosis, and gingival bleeding, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.

January 24, 2025

Toothpaste Toothbrush

Clinicians may finally be responding to the opioid crisis

Dental care providers have significantly reduced the number of opioid prescriptions after oral surgery procedures over a 10-year period, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

January 23, 2025

Nonopioids top opioids for 3rd-molar surgery pain

Surgeons often prescribe opioids preemptively, though a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen may be the preferred choice for pain after third-molar extractions, reports a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

January 23, 2025

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Gum disease may be linked to impaired brain function

Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press release.

January 22, 2025

Brain Puzzle Dementia

Invisible Aligners

AI applications on the rise in clear aligner therapy

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clear aligner therapy is growing, offering opportunities for improved efficiency, accuracy, and predictability in orthodontic planning, reports a review published in the Journal of Dentistry.

January 22, 2025

Caries may be linked to diabetes incidence

Diabetes prevalence may be linked to higher caries experience, according to a study published in Public Health.

January 21, 2025

Tooth Caries Cavity

Saliva testing may mark periodontitis progression

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have found that measuring proteins in saliva may help monitor periodontitis progression, according to a press release from the university.

January 20, 2025

These obesity indicators may be linked to periodontitis

Certain obesity indicators may positively correlate with periodontitis and vary with age, according to a large study published in Scientific Reports

January 16, 2025

Infection Control

COVID-19 affected antibiotic prescribing in dentistry

The COVID-19 pandemic likely caused a rise in antibiotic use in dentistry, disrupting a previous decline, as rates have since remained high, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

January 16, 2025

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Imposter dentist case ends in mistrial

A woman accused of practicing unlicensed dentistry will face a trial restart following charges of juror misconduct.

Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.

Meet the WWE superstar who blends teeth into his in-ring personality

Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure

Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy

Dr. Tom Giacobbi's advice for new dental employees

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice for those new dental team members and how to ensure they get off to a great start in your practice.

November 7, 2025

Ban kids from parents’ dental visits? Dentists chime in

By Melissa Busch

Dentists share their thoughts after kids were banned for misbehaving during their mother's teeth cleaning.

November 6, 2025

What dental practices are doing right and wrong with collections

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

California Dental Association's Matthew Nelson joins the podcast with some ideas to boost your dental practice's collections.

November 6, 2025

Is the culture in your practice by design or default?

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Your practice culture isn't an accident, writes Kelly Tanner, RDH, PhD. It's either intentionally designed or formed by default. Which one are you creating?

November 6, 2025

Gaining a wingman in the dental practice

By Bob Spiel

Overwhelmed? Production plateaued? Hiring an associate doctor could restore work-life balance and ensure practice sustainability, says Bob Spiel.

November 6, 2025

Gum disease may be linked to migraines

By Ava Barros

Patients with periodontitis may have an 80% greater risk of experiencing migraines than those with healthy gums.

November 5, 2025

Patients may be depressed, but it may be great for their gums

By Melissa Busch

Taking antidepressants may reduce the risk of developing gum disease, especially the most severe forms of gum inflammation.

November 5, 2025

Clinical tip: Better ways to prepolish zirconia in the dental practice

By Kevin Henry

Dr. Dan Butterman from CDOCS offers a restoration tip that can elevate the cosmetic dentistry game for any dentist.

November 5, 2025

The truth about clinical notes

By Michelle Repash

Your clinical notes are more than paperwork -- they're your legal protection and payment guarantee, says Michelle Repash.

November 5, 2025

Gum disease may leave you itching

By Melissa Busch

Patients with gum disease may face double the risk of developing atopic dermatitis, the chronic skin condition often referred to as eczema that causes red, itchy skin.

November 4, 2025

Why clean claims aren't luck, and how to get more of them in your dental practice

By Ashley Bond

Clean dental claims aren't luck. They are the result of consistent daily and weekly practices, writes Ashley Bond.

November 4, 2025

MS linked to specific oral microbiome

By Ava Barros

An altered oral microbiome and metabolites may be a factor in the development of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a study.

November 4, 2025

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