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NYU Dental brings cavity prevention program to N.H. schools

The New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry has received a $1 million award to bring its cavity prevention program, CariedAway, which includes oral health screenings and treatment, to three New Hampshire school districts.

December 13, 2023

Mary Davis, CariedAway NH Concord’s clinical program director, will lead the school-based care. Image and caption courtesy of NYU.

How the Black Death affected today’s oral microbiome

The second plague pandemic of the mid-14th century, the Black Death, led to dietary changes that potentially caused changes in oral bacteria that contributed to systemic disease in modern humans, according to research published in Nature Microbiology.

December 12, 2023

$4M grant will study postsurgical oral pain

The University of New England College of Dental Medicine, led by the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, has received a $4.4 million grant to study pain development after oral procedures.

December 11, 2023

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UCSF gets $4M grant to teach AI to spot cavities

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry has received a $4 million grant to develop a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that is designed to detect cavities in the hopes of identifying tooth decay earlier.

December 7, 2023

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This numbing agent may kill HNC cells

The common dental numbing agent lidocaine triggers specific bitter taste receptors in the mouth that may ultimately lead to the death of head and neck cancer cells, according to a preclinical study recently published in Cell Reports.

December 5, 2023

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1-minute zap with UV light improves dental implants

Administering a one-minute pulse of ultraviolet (UV) light right before placing a prosthetic may significantly improve healing from titanium implant placement, according to a study recently published in Cells.

December 4, 2023

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UT dental school gets $2.7M grant to promote diversity

The University of Texas (UT) Health San Antonio School of Dentistry has received a $2.7 million grant to help increase the number of dental professionals from underrepresented minority groups.

November 30, 2023

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Soda tax may be linked to drop in dental-related hospital stays

More than 5,500 hospital admissions for tooth decay for kids may have been prevented due to the implementation of a soft drink tax in the U.K., according to a study recently published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention, and Health.

November 30, 2023

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U.S. lawmaker asks companies to answer for poor oral care access

A U.S. lawmaker has asked companies that administer dental benefits in Illinois about solutions for breaking down barriers to oral healthcare for Medicaid enrollees.

November 29, 2023

Vigorous exercise makes you sick, and your saliva proves it

Saliva tests reveal that intense exercise leads to bacterial changes in the mouth. Additionally, there was a drop in signaling molecules that help fight viral infections, according to a study published in Military Medical Research.

November 27, 2023

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2-time arrested unlicensed dentist sentenced

A woman who was arrested in two states for allegedly providing braces and more to individuals without a dental license was sentenced.

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More than half of women dentists experience violence at work

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Bad childhood may equal bad teeth

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When silence speaks loudly: Why dental team members shut down

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Dentist accused of murder faces new charges

By Melissa Busch

A dentist accused of killing his wife by lacing her protein shakes with poison in 2023 faces new charges.

February 19, 2025

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This may help cut early tooth decay in kids

By Melissa Busch

This method may be a protective factor against early childhood caries, according to a new study.

February 19, 2025

Clinical tip: How to dry a canal

This week, a clinical assistant shares a tip, courtesy of CDOCS, that can help any dental practice when it comes to their endodontic procedures.

February 19, 2025

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Podcast: Q&A on today's hot dental topics with Dr. Chris Salierno

In this episode, Dr. Chris Salierno discusses the financial dynamics of dental practices, focusing on cash flow, staffing challenges, and the impact of technology investments.

February 19, 2025

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Researchers grow humanlike teeth

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Bioengineered replacements using teeth grown from pig and human cells may be an option for dental implants.

February 18, 2025

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Understanding the collection percentage: A key metric for your dental practice's financial health

Wisdom's Ashley Bond says now is the time to dive into your collection percentage to set a firm foundation for 2025. In this article, she explains why it's important for the vitality of your dental business.

February 18, 2025

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Advice for building a private dental group without external investors

Beth Gaddis shares the tips for scaling a private dental group without external investors recently offered by a panel of experts ranging from a bank lender to private group founders and DSO executives.

February 18, 2025

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You may be juicing your way to bad oral health, more

Short-term juice-only diets may negatively affect oral microbiota and increase gut bacteria linked to digestive issues, inflammation, and mental decline. This study was recently published in Nutrients.

February 17, 2025

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Gum disease may be linked to abscesses

Acute periapical abscesses may occur more often in patients with periodontal disease than in those without the disease, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

February 17, 2025

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What's clogging up the cash flow in your dental practice?

By Estela Vargas

With February being American Heart Month, Estela Vargas, CRDH, believes it's time to have a heart-to-heart talk about the health of your dental practice.

February 17, 2025

Do's and don'ts for accumulating wealth

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Dentists start working later compared to their contemporaries, but there are certain do's and don'ts clinicians should follow to build a sizable nest egg, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.

February 17, 2025

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Invasive recording leads dentist to surrender to police

By Melissa Busch

A dentist accused of taking an invasive video at one of his dental practices has surrendered to police.

February 14, 2025

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