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Pediatrics
It's OK. Kids can get their teeth bleached.
Vital and non-vital tooth bleaching may be a safe procedure for children and adolescents, offering effective color change with minimal side effects.
May 13, 2025
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Hygiene Tools
3 things that may prevent tooth loss
These three practices may reduce the risk of tooth loss, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
May 12, 2025
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Periodontics
Anti-inflammatory drug may reverse gum disease damage
An anti-inflammatory drug may help repair cell energy systems and restore immune balance in the gums to reverse damage from periodontitis, according to a news release dated April 28.
May 9, 2025
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Orthodontics
This technology may help inexperienced dentists
This technology may help improve dental bracket placement, particularly for less experienced dentists, according to a study recently published in Computers in Biology and Medicine.
May 8, 2025
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Periodontics
Periodontitis may be linked to education level
Higher educational attainment may be linked to a lower risk of chronic periodontitis, but targeted intervention may reduce gum disease risk in patients with lower education levels, reports a study recently published in BMC Oral Health.
May 7, 2025
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
When does tooth removal cause oroantral communication?
Assessing root overlap with the maxillary sinus may predict the likelihood of the complication oroantral communication after maxillary tooth extraction. This study was recently published in Clinical Oral Investigations.
May 6, 2025
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TMJ/TMD
Complications may arise in nearly 40% of TMJ surgeries
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement surgery may have complications, most often temporary facial nerve damage, in almost 40% of cases. This study was recently published in the Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery.
May 5, 2025
Dentist Surgery
3D Printing
These 3D-printed restorations may not be OK long term
These 3D-printed noninvasive restorations may experience significant wear over time. Therefore, they may only be suitable for short-term use. The study was recently published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
May 2, 2025
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
These factors may complicate jaw fractures
Certain factors may increase the risk of complications in mandible fracture treatment, reports a study recently published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
May 1, 2025
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Orthodontics
Medit, Graphy to partner on orthodontics
Digital dentistry firm Medit has partnered with dental 3D printing materials provider Graphy to advance digital orthodontics.
April 30, 2025
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Legal Issues
$22M lawsuit claims dental visit led to 4-year-old’s brain damage
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.
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Sensitive teeth? Nanobots may come to the rescue
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The connection between screen time and early caries in kids
By Ava Barros
A study in BMC Oral Health links excessive screen time to the progression of early childhood caries, highlighting the need for more effective prevention efforts.
July 25, 2025
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Podcast: 3 current hot topics in pediatric dentistry
By Kevin Henry
In this episode of The DrBicuspid.com Podcast, Dr. Ann Bynum dives into key current topics in pediatric dentistry, ranging from anesthesia to silver diamine fluoride.
July 25, 2025
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Excellence in dental practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Learn Dr. Roger P. Levin’s recipe for creating a successful, thriving practice with happy employees and satisfied patients.
July 25, 2025
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Dentists’ faith in the U.S. economy takes crash dive
By Melissa Busch
Dentists’ current outlook on the U.S. economy is bleak, according to new data recently released from the ADA Health Policy Institute.
July 24, 2025
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This antibiotic paste may resolve periapical inflammation
By Ava Barros
A modified triple antibiotic paste containing this ingredient may more effectively treat periapical inflammation versus traditional minocycline pastes, according to an International Dental Journal study.
July 24, 2025
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Clear dental explanations from Dr. Tom Giacobbi
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with another quick tip that can help you in your dental practice.
July 24, 2025
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The current and future states of dental implants with Dr. Mark Montana
By Kevin Henry
In a wide-ranging interview, Dr. Montana answers questions on everything from mistakes avoided to what is next for dental implants.
July 24, 2025
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Aesthetics of white lesions may be managed at home or in the office
By Ava Barros
Both at-home and in-office tooth bleaching may preserve the appearance of resin-infiltrated white spot lesions, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
July 24, 2025
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Efficiency, precision, and aesthetics: A case for 3D-printed direct resin veneers
By Dr. Michael Morgan
Discover how Dr. Michael Morgan uses 3D printing to create durable, aesthetic veneers, shaving hours over traditional hand-layered composites.
July 24, 2025
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Hearing reveals end of fluoride supplements may be near
By Melissa Busch
The early hours of a U.S. Food and Drug Administration hearing held on July 23 to collect feedback on concerns associated with prescription fluoride supplements for kids reveal the future of the cavity-fighter may be in trouble.
July 23, 2025
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Dig uncovers tooth-adorned baby carriers
By Karie Neeley Anderson
4,500-year-old canine teeth served decorative, functional purposes for late Neotlithic women.
July 23, 2025
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U.S. adults associate these dental problems with poor health
By Ava Barros
This condition in U.S. adults is linked with worse self-reported overall health, reports a study in Frontiers in Oral Health.
July 23, 2025
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