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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Computer-assisted oral surgery faster but not less painful
Computer-assisted oral surgery may not lessen postoperative pain, but it shortens the duration of the procedure compared to the conventional freehand method, according to a clinical trial published in the Journal of Dentistry.
June 26, 2024
Surgery
Nutrition
Patients receptive to nutritional counseling at the dentist
Dental patients are open to receiving diet advice in dental settings and are willing to follow nutritional programs to prevent both oral and systemic diseases, according to a study recently published in BDJ Open.
June 20, 2024
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Periodontics
Organ transplant rejection drug may treat gum disease
A drug commonly used to prevent organ transplant rejection may also treat inflammatory bone loss diseases associated with clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential, like periodontitis, reports research recently published in Cell.
June 19, 2024
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Oral-Systemic Link
Kidney function linked to tooth loss in postmenopausal women
Postmenopausal declines in reproductive hormone levels may contribute to reduced kidney function, potentially leading to chronic kidney disease and tooth loss, according to a study published in the Journal of the Menopause Society.
June 18, 2024
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CAD/CAM
CAD/CAM dentures may outperform off-the-shelf ones
When it comes to complete dentures, CAD/CAM milled acrylic resin teeth may outperform prefabricated artificial teeth, according to a new study published on June 10 in the Journal of Prosthodontics.
June 17, 2024
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Infection Control
Better training needed to ensure DUWL safety
Training for oral healthcare providers may not adequately prepare them to engage, let alone supervise, dental unit waterline (DUWL) infection control, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
June 14, 2024
Dental Unit Water Syringe
Hygiene Tools
Lozenge may aid in fighting plaque buildup
A multienzyme lozenge may reduce plaque formation and slow bacterial growth in saliva, making it a valuable addition to regular plaque removal methods, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Dentistry.
June 13, 2024
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Orthodontics
How AI performed in malocclusion detection vs. orthodontists
Artificial intelligence (AI) not only detected malocclusions, specifically predicting angle classification, but it did so better than orthodontists, according to a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
June 12, 2024
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Orthodontics
A new technique to locate centric occlusion
Using an intraoral scanner and a retainerlike device called the Kois deprogrammer, the mandible's repeatable centric relation position can be recorded for restorations. This research was published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
June 11, 2024
Intraoral Scanner
Periodontics
Study reveals genetic link between gum disease, type 2 diabetes
Genetics may be a key player in the development of type 2 diabetes related to periodontitis, highlighting potential targets for new treatments, reports research recently published in BMC Oral Health.
June 10, 2024
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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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Prosthodontics
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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
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The U.S. may be suffocating with dental fear
By Ava Barros
Dental fear may be prevalent in the U.S., according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. And from all signs, patients' anxiety is growing.
September 9, 2025
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Too much screen time, too few Zzs may hurt kids' gums
By Ava Barros
Poor sleep quality in adolescents may be linked to excessive internet use, and both may contribute to gum disease, according to a new study in BMC Oral Health.
September 9, 2025
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Shhhh! Patients can hear you
By Melissa Busch
Are you making your patients feel like eavesdroppers? Dental experts have some thoughts.
September 9, 2025
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Dental hygienists in the U.S. aren’t happy
By Melissa Busch
Dental hygienists in the U.S. aren't satisfied with their jobs, according to a new study.
September 8, 2025
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Mouthguards may not protect against tooth wear very well
By Ava Barros
Polymethyl methacrylate splints may reduce tooth wear from sleep-related bruxism, but it's not a perfect fix, a study in BMC Oral Health reports.
September 8, 2025
Mouthguard
From chaos to clarity: 3 burnout fixes for dental office managers
By Brooke Bird
Former dental office manager Brooke Bird shares her top strategies to combat burnout.
September 8, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for learning on the job
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
You learned dentistry -- not business management -- in school. Dr. Roger P. Levin reveals how to lead your practice like a CEO.
September 8, 2025
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Dental hygienist charged with using forged licenses
By Melissa Busch
A woman accused of practicing with bogus state dental hygienist licenses for more than four years has been charged, according to an affidavit.
September 5, 2025
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Is the hepatitis B vaccine linked to this painful oral condition?
By Melissa Busch
A chronic inflammatory condition affecting the mouth may be linked to the hepatitis B vaccine, according to a new study.
September 5, 2025
Hepatitis B Virus
Endodontics may stress out dental students
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Certain aspects of endodontistry overwhelm dental students, but new research in the International Endodontic Journal reveals key factors that ease anxiety and build confidence.
September 5, 2025
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Reimagining the digital future of dentistry
By Linda Harvey
Toothapps software aims to modernize dental practices through interoperability, compliance, and a patient-centric design for connected dentistry, and more dentists need to be aware of this solution, writes Linda Harvey, MS, RDH.
September 5, 2025
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Dentist will not be charged for patient’s death
By Melissa Busch
Criminal charges will not be filed against a dentist who retired after a patient became unresponsive while under sedation for tooth extractions and later died.
September 4, 2025
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