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Infection Control
What you need to know about antibiotics and teeth
Exposure to antibiotics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs during critical ages may disrupt enamel formation and mineralization.
March 26, 2026
White antibiotic tablets spill from a yellow prescription bottle.
Infection Control
Maybe use this oxidizing agent to flush dental chair units
This agent may effectively eliminate microbes and biofilm in dental unit waterlines, reports a PLoS One study.
March 26, 2026
Close-up of a dental water syringe dispenser.
TMJ/TMD
This is cortisol's possible role in TMDs
New research suggests high cortisol may be a biomarker for temporomandibular disorders, while certain computer-guided occlusal adjustments may reduce cortisol.
March 25, 2026
A woman holds her jaw, indicating she's experiencing jaw pain.
Gut
Ulcers, reflux may be linked to some dental problems
GI conditions like GERD and peptic ulcers may raise patients' risk for periodontal disease and tooth decay, a new meta-analysis asserts.
March 24, 2026
Woman with illustrated acid reflux symptoms showing esophagus and stomach inflammation with heat indicators.
Vulnerable Populations
Dental care may be deferred more often due to medical debt
About 1 in 7 U.S. adults delay care because of medical debt, and dental care is often what they are postponing.
March 23, 2026
A man wearing glasses looks concerned as he looks at a piece of paper.
AI
Need to detect impacted teeth? AI may help.
AI shows promise for detecting and classifying impacted teeth (excluding third molars), but its reliability and transparency need more research.
March 19, 2026
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Vulnerable Populations
These barriers to dental care may surprise you
A recent study identifies multiple factors that are preventing millions of people from seeing an oral healthcare provider.
March 18, 2026
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Periodontics
This may be a game changer for aggressive gum disease
New research suggests genetically modifying a bacterium linked to gum disease may limit tissue damage.
March 17, 2026
Genetic Engineering Gene Editing
Fluoride
What you need to know about SDF and restorative materials
Silver diamine fluoride pretreatment may not reduce the bonding strength of glass ionomer cement or resin composites, but rinsing protocols may affect the outcomes.
March 16, 2026
Close-up of a gloved hand applying a liquid subtance to a child's teeth.
Dentures
This may improve chewing for denture wearers
Could this common dental product significantly improve life for denture wearers? A new study says yes.
March 13, 2026
A woman stares at a denture prosthodontic appliance.
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Top Stories
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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.
Headshot of Dr. Peter Auster, founder and owner of Cosmetic Dental Associates.
Smile Design
Zirconia cementation made easy: The ideal cements are here now!
Cover image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series featuring Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
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
Oral surgeon wins suit over sleep apnea surgery
By Melissa Busch
A court has sided with a surgeon in a sleep apnea malpractice battle involving a jaw procedure.
September 25, 2026
A wood gavel rests on a sound block with a brass Lady Justice statue in the background.
The importance of rediscovering the human side of dentistry
By Dr. Ricardo Mitrani
Dr. Ricardo Mitrani argues that presence, not merely clinical skill, builds the trust that grows a practice.
September 25, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Ricardo Mitrani, founder and CEO of Grupo Dental Bosques.
Black and white gets the job done. Color gets you dental patient referrals.
By Dr. Ann D. Miller
Dental patient referrals come from hospitality, not just service. Find out how to add color to your practice.
September 25, 2026
An older man smiles while looking into a mirror. He is looking at his new smile. A woman dentist sits next to him.
Dentist disciplined after patient swallows dental file
By Melissa Busch
A dentist reportedly skipped one protective step during a root canal, leading to state discipline.
September 24, 2026
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How much ibuprofen is too much? Tom Viola on dentistry's most common pain medication question.
By Kevin Henry
Tom Viola, RPh, breaks down a new combo pain reliever's dosing and addresses dentistry's ongoing "how much is too much" debate.
September 24, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast cover image featuring a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.
Dr. Tom Giacobbi reveals what he wished he knew as a young dentist
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares three pieces of advice he wishes he had known when he was launching his practice.
September 24, 2026
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Phage therapy may show promise against periodontal disease bacteria
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Could using a virus to attack periodontal bacteria effectively fight gum disease?
September 24, 2026
3D scientific illustration of bacteria and viral particles on teeth.
Where dentists stand on antibiotics for arthroplasty patients
By Melissa Busch
Dentists and surgeons appear to be divided on antibiotic protection for joint replacement patients undergoing dental work.
September 24, 2026
Green-and-white antibiotic capsules, tablets, syringes, and medication bottles arranged around an Antibiotics document.
What you need to know about the cleanliness of your dental unit waterlines
By Kevin Henry
In this DrBicuspid.com Podcast episode, learn what happens inside dental waterlines and why consistency is critical.
September 24, 2026
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What those ages 18 to 21 need to know about gum disease
By Melissa Busch
Gum disease may signal a hidden health problem before young adults know it.
September 23, 2026
A male dentist talks to a young woman sitting in a dental chair.
New data show a wide gap between what dental practices think they're collecting and reality
By Kevin Henry
A new Wisdom survey reveals a confidence gap in dental billing: Most practices have red flags, and nearly 70% prefer AI plus human oversight.
September 23, 2026
Dental tools rest on top of $100 bills.
Ozempic is on the dental patient's health history. Now what?
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
When GLP-1 medications appear on a patient health history, dental professionals must ask sharper clinical questions.
September 23, 2026
Headshot of Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, DrBicuspid's hygiene editor.
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