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Dental Hygiene
Reasons why patients maintain oral health may surprise you
More adults are practicing proper oral care to avoid costly dental issues, desiring to save money and avoid unexpected expenses, according to the Delta Dental "2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."
November 11, 2024
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Implants
E-cigarettes may affect dental implant integration
E-cigarette aerosol exposure may negatively affect dental implant integration, potentially compromising osseointegration, reports a study published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, and Pathology.
November 8, 2024
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Dental Education
UT Health to study platform to treat gum disease, more
Researchers at the University of Texas Health (UT Health) Houston School of Dentistry will develop a platform to improve current treatments for periodontal disease and oral cancer.
November 6, 2024
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TMJ/TMD
How gender and bruxism affect the masseter muscle
Bruxism affects the masseter muscle differently by gender, suggesting the need for a gender-specific approach in assessing bruxism's impact on this muscle, suggests a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
November 6, 2024
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Hygiene Tools
Newly developed toothbrush may prevent toothpaste swallowing
A professor at the Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine has developed a toothbrush with suction to prevent people from swallowing toothpaste, according to a university press release.
November 5, 2024
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Fluoride
Hydroxyapatite is an effective fluoride-free solution for caries
Oral care products containing fluoride-free hydroxyapatite, a natural form of calcium, may effectively reduce dental caries, according to a systematic review published in the Journal of Dentistry.
November 4, 2024
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Patient Communication
What dentists must know about eating disorders
Oral health should be evaluated with eating disorders in mind to support patient well-being, and clinicians must know how to address oral issues in these patients, according to study findings published in the Journal of Dentistry.
November 1, 2024
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Sugar
Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns
Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.
October 31, 2024
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Vulnerable Populations
Men with HIV experience greater alveolar bone loss
Men with HIV may experience greater alveolar bone loss than those without HIV, potentially due to higher levels of the proinflammatory cytokine interleukin 6, reports research published in BMC Oral Health.
October 30, 2024
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Nutrition
These gum disease patients may benefit from plant-based diets
Switching to a plant-based diet may alleviate periodontal inflammation in patients at risk for cardiovascular disease, suggests study findings recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.
October 29, 2024
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Public Health
Work less for the good of teeth? Maybe.
A new study reveals that working long hours leads women to skip dental visits, with white-collar workers affected the most.
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Smile Design
Zirconia cementation made easy: The ideal cements are here now!
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Periodontics
Dr. Tom Giacobbi discusses the AAP's Dental Hygienist Recognition Program
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Legal Issues
Pair guilty of $13M fraud, including free dental prosthetic scam
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Dental Hygiene
This may push your hygienist to quit
More in Home
This may be how you really bust oral health myths
By Melissa Busch
Technology alone can't stop dental myths. Here's what may actually work.
May 1, 2026
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Revenue leakage in dental practices: Why silos cost more than you think
The biggest threat to your profitability might not be competition  -- it might be the silos inside your practice.
May 1, 2026
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CMS proposes prior authorization rule with dental implications
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed rule would extend electronic prior authorization standards to dental transactions.
May 1, 2026
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Podcast: Is your dental practice a place where people want to work?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The secret to dental staffing success isn't what you think it is, says Alan Twigg of Bent Ericksen & Associates.
May 1, 2026
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Woman accused of fraud over fake dental business
By Melissa Busch
A woman faces prison time for an alleged COVID relief fraud scheme.
April 30, 2026
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The no-show that surprised no one
By Alex Gurevich
That empty dental chair wasn't forgetfulness. It was fear disguised as a scheduling problem, writes Alex Gurevich.
April 30, 2026
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Case study: 40-year-old woman with lesion
By Dr. Juan F. Yepes
A 40-year-old woman was referred to the endodontist by her family dentist to evaluate a lesion located at the periapical area of tooth #30.
April 30, 2026
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Why continuing education is still important in dentistry
Learn how continuing education, whether it's endodontics or sleep dentistry, transforms dental teams into clinical excellence powerhouses.
April 30, 2026
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A chemical shortcut to cleaner teeth and a smoother dental experience
By Kevin Henry
Hear why dental hygienists love Turbo-CR for faster, gentler cleanings.
April 30, 2026
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Imposter dentist accused of hiring hit man to quiet patient
By Melissa Busch
A botched dental procedure sparked a murderous cover-up that ended in tragedy.
April 29, 2026
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Study: U.S. dentists prescribe opioids 24 times higher than peer nations
By Kevin Henry
A new study shows that although opioid prescribing has declined, U.S. dentists continue to issue the drugs at concerning rates.
April 29, 2026
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From silver to simplicity: Dr. Tom Giacobbi looks at dentistry's composite revolution
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Join Dr. Tom Giacobbi on a whirlwind trip through dental history to witness dentistry's shift from silver amalgam to composite.
April 29, 2026
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