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Sports Dentistry
World Rugby to use 'smart' mouthguard technology
World Rugby plans to invest $2.1 million on "smart" mouthguard technology that can detect brain injuries sustained by players during games, according to a report published by the Associated Press.
October 17, 2023
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Oral-Systemic Link
84% of women 50 and older are unaware of menopause link to oral health
Eighty-four percent of women age 50 and older are not aware of the connection between menopause and oral health, according to a study conducted by Delta Dental.
September 25, 2023
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Periodontics
Researchers develop at-home device for diagnosing gingivitis
An at-home test that can diagnose gingivitis may soon be a reality, according to researchers from the University of Cincinnati.
September 18, 2023
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Public Health
Study links health, dental records for Sjögren's patient care
Investigators have linked electronic health records and electronic dental records to provide better care for people with Sjögren's disease.
August 30, 2023
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Oral Cancer
High oral HPV burden puts older men at risk of oropharyngeal cancer
Older men carry the highest burden of oral HPV, putting them at the greatest of oropharyngeal cancer.
August 22, 2023
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Public Health
Study to explore links between oral, mental health in women with HIV
A study involving researchers from three major universities will explore connections between oral and mental health in women with HIV.
August 9, 2023
Woman Depression
Insurance
New Calif. law will change dental plan disclosures
A California Dental Association-sponsored bill will improve dental plan disclosures for dentists and patients.
August 7, 2023
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Vulnerable Populations
Social networks may positively influence oral health outcomes
Social networks improved some oral health outcomes, including dental care visits.
August 1, 2023
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Oral Bacteria
MIT team discovers protein that helps maintain oral cavity biome
The research focused on an oral cavity protein called zymogen granule protein 16 homolog B (ZG16B).
July 24, 2023
Gum Inflammation
Orofacial Pain
Lower lip sensation loss after mandibulectomy may not be irreversible
The loss of sensation in the lower lip caused by damage to the inferior alveolar nerve during mandibulectomy may no longer be irreversible.
July 17, 2023
The sensation of the lower lip gradually recovered after inferior alveolar nerve sacrifice. (a) Sensory disturbance area diagram of the lower lip one month after operation. (b) Sensory disturbance area diagram of the lower lip three months after operation. (c) Sensory disturbance area diagram of the lower lip six months after operation. (d) Sensory disturbance area diagram of the lower lip one year after operation. (e) The proportion of lower lip sensory recovery area at three, six, and 12 months after surgery based on the area with lower lip sensory disturbance at one month after surgery. Licensed by CC BY-NC-ND. Image courtesy of the International Journal of Oral Science.
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Legal Issues
ADA, AAO, Align hit with antitrust lawsuit
An antitrust lawsuit was recently filed against the ADA, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and Align Technology.
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Practice Trends
Top 5 dental practice trends stories of 2024
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Dental Specialties
Top 5 dental specialties stories of 2024
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Infection Control
GNDYM look back: What we learned about Midmark's M11 steam sterilizer
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ADA, AAO, Align hit with antitrust lawsuit
By Melissa Busch
An antitrust lawsuit was recently filed against the ADA, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and Align Technology.
December 26, 2024
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Top 5 dental practice trends stories of 2024
By Kevin Henry
From dental service organization predictions to numbers from the ADA's Health Policy Institute, here are the trend-related articles that DrBicuspid.com readers loved in 2024.
December 26, 2024
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Top 5 dental specialties stories of 2024
By Ava Barros
In 2024, dentistry advanced with breakthroughs in stem cell and antibiotic therapies, highlighted risks like dental injuries and anaphylaxis, and saw an orthodontist's viral satire spotlight its influence on health and culture.
December 26, 2024
Top 5 Gustavofrazao
GNDYM look back: What we learned about Midmark's M11 steam sterilizer
By Kevin Henry
During a booth interview at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, Midmark's Holly Weaver gave DrBicuspid the rundown of why she believes the M11 is a game changer in dentistry.
December 26, 2024
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ADHA takes stand on fluoridation
By Ava Barros
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has released a statement supporting community water fluoridation.
December 26, 2024
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Imposter dentist sentenced to jail
By Melissa Busch
A woman who was given a chance to show she changed before she was convicted of illegally practicing dentistry was sentenced after it was discovered she reportedly continued giving people veneers without a license.
December 23, 2024
Jail Hands
These are the top 10 DSOs in the U.S.
By Melissa Busch
DrBicuspid's 2024 list of top 10 dental service organizations (DSOs) in the U.S. include Heartland Dental and MB2 Dental.
December 23, 2024
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Breaking down the top 5 dental podcasts of 2024 from DrBicuspid
By Kevin Henry
We look at the podcasts from DrBicuspid you listened to the most in 2024 and notice a theme when it comes to what you needed to hear over the past year.
December 23, 2024
Podcast Phone Earpods
Do's and don'ts for building your team's confidence
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
You may be bypassing the most important, impactful opportunity that's in front of you daily to improve practice performance. Following these tips will improve your bottom line, and your practice will reap multiple rewards, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
December 23, 2024
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Troubled dental manager indicted
By Melissa Busch
A dental manager who was charged in May with falsely representing himself as a dentist faces new charges.
December 20, 2024
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The keys to identifying the right dental technology and KPIs
By Beth Gaddis
A pair of experts share their thoughts on which metrics will move the needle for today's dental practices and help them achieve their financial goals.
December 20, 2024
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When you know better, do better: A journey of lifelong learning and growth for dental managers
By Lora Graetzer
Knowledge is power, and being open and receptive to learning in all forms expands your knowledge and skills, writes Lora Graetzer.
December 20, 2024
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