Dental Hygiene

Postbiotics may help prevent caries

By Ava Barros

Postbiotics may surpass traditional probiotics in preventing and managing caries by stopping the growth of cavity-causing bacteria, reports a review published in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.

March 26, 2025

Persistent antibiotic prescribing in dentistry raises concerns

By Ava Barros

The consistent rate of antibiotic prescriptions by general dentists may underscore the need for stronger measures to prevent overprescription, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

March 24, 2025

Diabetes testing at the dentist may be key to early diagnosis

By Ava Barros

Implementing targeted diabetes testing in dental settings for high-risk patients may be a feasible and largely accepted strategy to diagnose individuals sooner, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

March 21, 2025

Good neighbors may curb brain decline in those with tooth loss

By Melissa Busch

Neighborhood cohesion may mitigate the negative effects tooth loss has on cognitive decline, according to a study.

March 20, 2025

1st reported case of small intestine tumor spreading to the TMJ

By Melissa Busch

A small intestine neuroendocrine carcinoma metastasized to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in a man, which is believed the first reported case of its kind.

March 19, 2025

United Concordia, Harmony partner on saliva test, app

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

United Concordia Dental and Harmony Health are piloting a saliva test and mobile app aimed at improving dental care access for underserved Pennsylvanians.

March 18, 2025

Caries may be linked to osteoporosis

By Ava Barros

Severe caries may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis, supporting the potential connection between oral and systemic bone health, asserts a study published in BMC Oral Health.

March 18, 2025

Let's have a real talk about dental hygienist salary numbers in 2025

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, believes it's time for a deeper conversation about dental hygienist salaries. Here's why, what it means, and how it impacts the profession and the bottom line of the dental practice.

March 17, 2025

'Smart' toothpaste may shield teeth better than fluoride alone

By Karie Neeley Anderson

A new "smart" toothpaste made with bioactive glasses may outperform the cavity-busting protection and soothing properties of fluoride toothpaste, according to an article published by the Queen Mary University of London.

March 12, 2025

This may cut dry socket, infections after 3rd-molar surgery

By Ava Barros

This practice may lower the risk of dry socket and surgical site infection following lower third-molar extraction, according to a study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

March 11, 2025

Finding joy in dental hygiene again: Beyond the burnout conversation

By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

Dental hygienists, are you ready to create an environment where you thrive personally and professionally while providing the excellent care your patients deserve? Kelly Tanner has advice that can help.

March 5, 2025

Thyroid function may affect gum disease

By Ava Barros

An overactive or underactive thyroid may worsen periodontal disease, highlighting the importance of monitoring the oral health of patients with thyroid dysfunction, according to a review published in BMC Oral Health.

March 4, 2025

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