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August 4, 2020 -- Dr. Roger P. Levin believes that, in many practices, those loyal team members who seemed very happy prior to the COVID-19 disruption are not as happy today because of everything that is being asked of them to keep the business moving ahead. He uses a foundational thought from legendary coach John Wooden to provide some ideas on rebuilding the team. Discuss

Asking dental hygienists for their thoughts on the present, future of their profession

August 4, 2020 -- Today, DrBicuspid.com launches "RDHs in the real world," a look into what dental hygienists are really thinking right now. We're asking hygienists for their thoughts and opinions on current events as well as what they see for the future of their profession. You will learn about their answers in future articles. Discuss

Case report showcases benefits of oral surgery via diode laser

August 4, 2020 -- Diode laser-assisted oral surgery offers many advantages when removing benign, premalignant, or malignant lesions or venous malformations from patients' oral cavities, according to a case report published on July 20 in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science. Discuss

Dementia, mild cognitive decline linked to gum disease

August 3, 2020 -- Dementia and mild cognitive impairment may be linked to periodontal disease, specifically the type of gum damage that results in tooth loss, according to a study published online July 29 in Neurology. Discuss

Podcast: COVID-19, the oral-systemic link, and the medical history form

August 3, 2020 -- In this podcast, we talk to Tom Viola, RPh, who battled COVID-19 earlier this year. With his perspective and knowledge of pharmacology, we talk about COVID-19's impact on dentistry, the importance of the medical history form, the oral-systemic link, and many topics in between. Discuss

Do's and don'ts for maintaining patients

August 3, 2020 -- How you communicate with your patients will strongly determine the speed of your recovery. Once patients understand the protective measures you are taking, most will be comfortable returning to the office. You must be ready to handle their care in the best ways for them and your practice, says Dr. Roger P. Levin. Discuss

Could this Lego-inspired technology be part of dentistry's future?

July 31, 2020 -- Scientists in Oregon are developing a new 3D-printed technology inspired by Lego toys. The tiny, 3D-printed bricks are designed to help heal broken bones and could one day even lead to lab-made organs for transplantation. They could potentially have an impact on dentistry as well. Discuss

Smile design sins: How not to kill your reputation with veneers

July 31, 2020 -- Whether it's porcelain veneers or composite bonding, anterior restorative treatment will make your reputation -- or destroy it, writes Dr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com. In this installment of his seven deadly sins of smile design series, Dr. Rice focuses on the veneers and the importance of tissue. Discuss

The haunting question always asked after a cyberattack

July 31, 2020 -- Cyberattacks are up 120% since February, and Debi Carr says that small healthcare practices are prime targets. She discusses why a strong security management plan can help protect a practice from an attack and, more importantly, help it to recover quickly. Discuss

7 tips to help you avoid bad hires

July 30, 2020 -- Few people enjoy the hiring process in the dental practice, which is one reason why dentists seem to move through it at lightning speed. Sally McKenzie offers some advice on how to find the right candidate, rather than simply looking to fill the position quickly. Discuss

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