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Only 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. floss, intervention needed

Though the number of adults in the U.S. reporting daily flossing rose over a 10-year-period, only 33% of this population do this oral hygiene habit every day, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

May 21, 2024

When it comes to oral health, this gender reigns supreme

Women tend to have better overall oral health than men, possibly due to them having better dental habits, as well as beliefs that taking care of their teeth makes them look better and improves their quality of life, according to a new report.

May 20, 2024

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When DME should be used prior to restorations

Deep margin elevation (DME) may effectively address various clinical challenges associated with subgingival margins before restorations, but it can't be used on every patient, according to a review article published in the Journal of Dentistry.

May 18, 2024

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Changes in radiolucency on CBCTs may help predict root canal efficacy

Volumetric changes in radiolucency on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans may help foretell how effective root canals were in treating apical periodontitis. The study was published on May 11 in the Journal of Dentistry.

May 17, 2024

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This type of orthodontic bracket may be more likely to fail

Ceramic orthodontic brackets appear to have a significantly higher failure rate compared to metal brackets, especially in the lower arch and posterior sector. This research was published on May 13 in the International Dental Journal.

May 15, 2024

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Oral rinse may screen for early gastric cancer

Since oral bacteria may indicate gastric cancer risk, using a simple oral rinse could offer an early means of detecting it, according to a study set to be presented at Digestive Disease Week on May 20.

May 14, 2024

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Study reveals link between food insecurity and tooth loss

There may be a connection between food insecurity and tooth loss among adults age 50 and older residing in the U.S., according to a new study published on May 8 in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry.

May 13, 2024

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Pediatric medical home may lead to earlier 1st dental visits

Medicaid-enrolled children who received fluoride varnish as part of the pediatric medical home care model may be more likely to have had their first dental visits sooner. The study was published in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry.

May 10, 2024

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Smoking, drinking, depression affect gum disease risk

Alone and together, lifestyle factors like smoking, excessive drinking, and depression may significantly affect the risk of developing periodontitis, according to a study published on May 6 in BMC Oral Health.

May 9, 2024

Poor oral health, gum bacteria linked to dementia

Poor oral health may be associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, according to a report recently released from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.

May 8, 2024

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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.

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

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Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure

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Nutritional supplements may positively affect periodontal therapy

Dr. Tom Giacobbi ranks popular dental treatments ... do you agree?

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with another video, this time ranking popular dental treatments from oil pulling to no-prep veneers. What do you think of his rankings?

August 29, 2025

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Want to make a dentist smile? Try print management in the practice

Centralized print management systems help dental practices streamline workflows, ensure HIPAA compliance, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency, writes Mat Buttrey.

August 29, 2025

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Dentist pays to settle patient recruiting allegations

By Melissa Busch

A dentist in Connecticut has agreed to pay $150,000 to resolve allegations that she paid fees to a patient recruiting firm in violation of state and U.S. laws.

August 28, 2025

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Dental diseases may affect kids' sleeping patterns

Dental problems like cavities and gum disease may disrupt children's sleep and how long they rest, according to a study recently published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.

August 28, 2025

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Setting the standard in your operatory: Aligning dental teams and elevating care

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Excellence in your operatory is not about perfection. It’s about delivering consistent care your patients can count on, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.

August 28, 2025

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Increasing case acceptance by 20%

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Case presentation is an art and a science. Dr. Roger P. Levin teaches you how to compellingly present treatment to patients, which will have an immediate effect on your production and profitability.

August 28, 2025

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Multiple complaints lead to arrest of imposter dentist

By Melissa Busch

A woman was arrested for allegedly running an illegal dental practice after several people reported to authorities that they experienced complications after she performed their dental work.

August 27, 2025

Podcast: Let's talk about the dentist, stress, and burnout

As a dentist, Dr. Eric Johnson has battled burnout and stress. Now he's on a mission to help his colleagues avoid the same fate, sharing tips on this episode of The DrBicuspid.com Podcast.

August 27, 2025

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Clinical tip: How to properly remove aligners

Dr. Shalin Shah of CDOCS shares his tips for helping patients master inserting and removing aligners -- even those with complex attachments -- by focusing on technique, comfort, and confidence.

August 27, 2025

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These companies paid big bucks to U.S. clinicians

By Melissa Busch

Tens of millions were paid to U.S. dentists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons for speaking engagements, gifts, and more by companies, but more than half was paid out by five firms.

August 27, 2025

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$22M lawsuit claims dental visit led to 4-year-old’s brain damage

By Melissa Busch

A family has filed a $22 million medical negligence lawsuit against a dental practice in Oregon, claiming that a routine dental procedure left their 4-year-old with brain damage.

August 26, 2025

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Sensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescue

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Researchers in India deployed nanobots to treat sensitive teeth, and the preliminary results look promising.

August 26, 2025

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