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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

Alzheimers Tau Tangles

Oral-Systemic Link

Oral biomarkers may screen for cervical cancer in the future

HPV, cervical cancer, or pregnancy terminations may alter women's vaginal and oral microbial communities, suggesting that oral biomarkers may aid in screening for these conditions. The study was published recently in the Journal of Translational Medicine.

May 7, 2024

Saliva Test Woman

Invisible Aligners

White spot lesions are common in adolescent aligner patients

Adolescent patients undergoing clear aligner treatment often experience a high occurrence of white spot lesions, according to research recently published in Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research.

May 6, 2024

Surgical robots may be the future of dental implants

Robotic systems can offer enhanced precision and flexibility in dental implant planning, leading to improved long-term success rates for these prosthetics, according to a review article published in the International Journal of Oral Science.

May 4, 2024

Robotic Machine Tool

Gender, age may affect nonsurgical periodontal therapy outcomes

Older adults and men may experience worse outcomes after nonsurgical periodontal treatment, suggesting the need for tailored treatment approaches for these patients. This analysis was published on April 25 in Scientific Reports.

May 2, 2024

Male Patient Dental Chair

SDF may help prevent dental erosion

Topically applying 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) may better prevent erosion in enamel and dentin than stannous chloride-containing fluoride. The in vitro study was published on April 24 in the Journal of Dentistry.

May 1, 2024

Fluoride Application Closeup

Study reveals dental disparities in immigrant, minority children

Children of first-generation immigrants may be less likely to visit a dentist and more prone to dental issues like caries compared to nonimmigrant children, according to a large study recently published in AJPM Focus.

April 30, 2024

Girl Mouth Mirror

What dental teams can do to help prevent oral cancer

Educating patients about risk-reduction strategies, like promoting HPV vaccination, is crucial for the early detection and prevention of oral squamous cell carcinomas. The report was published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene.

April 29, 2024

Dentist Counsel Patient

Body composition linked to oral health in post-stroke patients

A high body mass index combined with low muscle mass is linked to poor oral health in older post-stroke patients, highlighting the importance of addressing dental and overall health in this population. This study was published in Gerodontology.

April 26, 2024

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A woman working at a desk rubs her eyes. Behind her is a blurred office.

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.

Zirconia cementation made easy: The ideal cements are here now!

Cover image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series featuring Dr. Tom Giacobbi.

Dr. Tom Giacobbi discusses the AAP's Dental Hygienist Recognition Program

Empty wood jury chairs are shown.

Pair guilty of $13M fraud, including free dental prosthetic scam

A woman healthcare worker wearing PPE looks out a window.

This may push your hygienist to quit

Choosing the perfect shade

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Discover how to use lighting, photography, and patient involvement to choose the right shade every time for your patients.

March 18, 2026

Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.

What really happens with your team in a dental partnership?

Matt Hendrick of Elevate Dental reveals the secret to scaling your dental practice without losing the culture that made it great.

March 18, 2026

DrBicuspid.com Podcast cover featuring a cartoon masked dentist mascot and a professional microphone with sound wave graphics.

Dentist faces multiple disciplinary charges from state board

By Clark Kauffman

The Iowa Dental Board has charged a dentist with negligence and unethical conduct involving unlicensed employees.

March 17, 2026

Professional microphones with flexible gooseneck arms on a wood desk.

These dentists really feel lucky

By Melissa Busch

Five dentists share why they consider themselves the luckiest professionals in healthcare.

March 17, 2026

Rusty horseshoe arranged in a smile with shamrocks and green crystals on dark wood surface.

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

What are the red flags in a dental interview? Here's how to ID a bad candidate.

Discover the hidden warning signs that reveal bad hires before they drain your practice's resources and morale.

March 17, 2026

A professional woman wearing an orange shirt smiles while interviewing a job candidate.

Murder of dentist’s wife solved after more than 50 years

By Melissa Busch

DNA evidence has identified the killer of a dentist's wife after 50 years.

March 16, 2026

Close-up of a test tube with a DNA helix.

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.

Hey dentists, McDonald’s CEO’s burger blunder did you a favor

By Melissa Busch

McDonald's CEO's awkward burger bite accidentally reveals surprising dental secrets.

March 16, 2026

Do’s and don’ts for keeping patients

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

In an increasingly competitive field, keeping the patients you have is just as important as attracting new ones. Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how you keep them.

March 16, 2026

Dentist convicted of felony denied license reinstatement

By Melissa Busch

A dentist convicted of a felony was denied his request to reinstate his license.

March 13, 2026

Close-up of a woman holding a 'Denied' stamp marking an official document.

It’s Friday the 13th, and dentists are freaking out

By Melissa Busch

Dentists reveal their hidden stressors.

March 13, 2026

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