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Oral-Systemic Link
Maybe it's time to advance dentists as primary care providers?
With a better understanding of the oral-systemic link, reorienting dental education to better integrate dentistry into primary healthcare could lead to better health outcomes, according to a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.
April 13, 2024
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Oral-Systemic Link
Oral germ linked to worsening of colorectal cancer
A specific type of bacteria commonly found in the mouth can migrate to the gut and grow within human colorectal cancer tumors, potentially exacerbating cancer progression, according to a study recently published in Nature.
April 13, 2024
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Insurance
12M lost Medicaid after the COVID-19 emergency expired
In 2023, approximately 12 million adults and children lost dental coverage under Medicaid due to reevaluations following the end of the public health emergency declared during COVID-19, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
April 11, 2024
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Public Health
Handling dental emergencies at the touch of an app
A free app has been developed to offer guidance for dental professionals in handling unexpected situations in the dental office, including a hyperventilating patient, anxiety, and cardiac emergencies, according to news from Tufts University.
April 10, 2024
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Sugar
Soda tax may only benefit oral health in some areas
Monthly rates of restorations fell after a sugar tax was imposed in Colorado, but the oral health benefits varied in other places that taxed sweet drinks. The research was presented at the IADR meeting.
April 8, 2024
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CBCT
Dental CBCT may lead to better osteoporosis screenings
Using dental cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) to measure bone density may serve as an effective method for screening osteoporosis in women, according to research presented at the IADR.
April 5, 2024
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Public Health
Texting may be key to improving children’s dental health
Texting targeted oral healthcare messages to caregivers may be more likely to improve their kids’ dental habits, like brushing twice daily, than sending them wellness texts, according to the IADR.
April 4, 2024
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Oral Bacteria
Evolution of oral germs revealed in 4K-year-old teeth
Genetic analysis of microbiomes from two 4,000-year-old teeth shows notable changes in the oral microenvironment since the Bronze Age, especially following the widespread consumption of sugar, according to an article in Molecular Biology and Evolution.
April 3, 2024
An EXAMPLE of a tooth prior to ancient DNA sampling. Note this was not the tooth sampled in the study.
Oral Cancer
Nanoparticles to be developed to treat oral cancer
A lipid nanoparticles platform may treat oral squamous cell carcinoma by changing the genetic material of lymph nodes, according to research presented at the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research.
April 1, 2024
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Vulnerable Populations
Dental disparities affect veterans' well-being
Veterans often face challenges in accessing necessary dental care, which negatively affects their well-being and work productivity, according to a report from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health and the American Institute of Dental Public Health.
March 28, 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
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Dentist, hygienist convicted of $4M in fraud
By Melissa Busch
A jury convicted a dentist and hygienist of conspiring to commit $4 million in fraud.
March 9, 2026
Wood jury chairs in a courtroom.
Bill calls for banning AI from giving dental, medical advice
By Melissa Busch
A New York bill is striking back against AI impersonating doctors and dentists online.
March 9, 2026
Empty legislative chamber.
Maybe kick these habits for better oral health at 40
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Journal of Dentistry study links lifestyle choices in early adulthood to significantly higher oral disease risk by age 40.
March 9, 2026
A woman dentist uses forceps to apply cotton pads to a man's mouth as part of a dental procedure.
What's happening now on the dental hygiene compact license
By Tracee Dahm
A unified dental license is finally becoming reality. Tracee Dahm, MS, RDH, provides an update on this critical legislation.
March 9, 2026
A dental hygienist uses an ultrasonic scaler to clean a patient's teeth.
Unlicensed dentist arrested, faces decade in prison
By Melissa Busch
An unlicensed dentist caught operating from an apartment faces a decade-long prison sentence.
March 9, 2026
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Dentists say stick with water fluoridation -- it works
By Ava Barros
New research shows a 25% reduction in cavities and $9.8 billion in savings.
March 9, 2026
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Dental students are burned out
By Melissa Busch
An alarming burnout crisis threatens future dentists' mental health and professional success.
March 9, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for managing your practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Behind every thriving dental practice is a great office manager. Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how to ensure yours is focused on the right targets.
March 9, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin.
Imposter dentist case ends in mistrial
By Melissa Busch
A woman accused of practicing unlicensed dentistry will face a trial restart following charges of juror misconduct.
March 6, 2026
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Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
By Phil Galewitz
States expanded Medicaid dental coverage for low-income adults, but GOP budget cuts could eliminate these gains.
March 6, 2026
Graphic of a pair of red scissors cutting through a piece of paper labeled 'Medicaid' placed on U.S. dollar bills, symbolizing budget cuts.
Meet the WWE superstar who blends teeth into his in-ring personality
By Kevin Henry
Danhausen finally made his WWE debut at the recent Elimination Chamber. So why should the dental community care? Well, it's all about the teeth.
March 6, 2026
American wrestler Danhausen.
Dentist surrenders license over ‘chaotic’ dental procedure
By Clark Kauffman
An Iowa dentist who mistakenly extracted a patient's tooth without painkillers has surrendered his license.
March 5, 2026
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