Dental Specialties

What you need to know about this dental anesthetic-buffering game changer

By Kevin Henry

In the latest episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," we take a deep dive into BufferPro's creation and value to dentistry with leaders from Septodont and Premier Dental Products.

November 21, 2024

This may reduce adverse birth outcomes in patients with gum disease

By Ava Barros

This combined approach may significantly reduce the risks of preterm birth and low birth weight in pregnant patients with periodontitis, reports a study published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth.

November 22, 2024

Guided endodontics may trump freehanded technique

By Ava Barros

Guided endodontics may lead to significantly better clinical outcomes than freehand treatment with fewer technical failures, according to a study recently published in the International Endodontic Journal.

November 19, 2024

This simple sugar may alleviate chronic gum disease

By Ava Barros

The simple sugar D-mannose may treat chronic gum disease by affecting how certain cells function, possibly changing gene activity related to immune response. This study was recently published in BMC Oral Health.

November 15, 2024

ADA Forsyth, Voyager to host denture course

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The ADA Forsyth Institute and Voyager Dental will host an online advanced digital denture course on Friday, November 15, from 12-2 p.m. Pacific time.

November 14, 2024

'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Researchers have unveiled a smart wearable dental brace that captures never-before-seen in-mouth data that may lead to breakthrough treatments for conditions like bruxism and motor impairments.

November 14, 2024

VOC exposure linked to periodontitis

By Ava Barros

Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.

November 13, 2024

Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin

By Dr. Jorge F. Zapata

In this case study, Dr. Jorge F. Zapata explains how he used immediate dentin sealing and a resin coating technique to achieve a functional and aesthetic restoration.

November 13, 2024

Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes

By Melissa Busch

Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.

November 13, 2024

A smart hack for an implant-supported denture

By Ava Barros

A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.

November 13, 2024

Ingested denture required 2 surgeries, months of recovery for man

By Melissa Busch

A man unknowingly swallowed his partial denture, causing an abnormal connection between his esophagus and trachea that required him to undergo two surgeries and eight months of recovery.

November 12, 2024

Topical fluoride may reduce radiation caries

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Topical fluoride may effectively reduce radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, according to a systematic review recently published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.

November 12, 2024

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