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Dental Practice
Dental office closures led to more hospital ED visits
Dental office closures during the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in more dental conditions among publicly insured children presenting to emergency departments (EDs), according to researchers from New York University.
March 21, 2023
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Oral-Systemic Link
Report: E-cigarettes increase risks to oral health
Vaping is associated with an elevated risk of oral health problems, including gum disease, dental decay, bone loss, and hairy tongue, according to a report released by the nonprofit CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
February 14, 2023
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Pediatrics
Sugar, early end of breastfeeding ups risk for dental caries in infants
Including sugar in the diet of infants and early interruption of breastfeeding increases the risk of dental caries in children by the age of 2, according to research published in Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology.
February 12, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
BDA survey finds 'shocking' state of children's oral health in U.K.
A survey of secondary teachers in the U.K. commissioned by the British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed a "shocking" state of oral health for children, exacerbated by increases in the cost of living.
February 7, 2023
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CBCT
OSA tied to low bone mineral density
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may be associated with low bone mineral density in adults, a finding that could have implications for orthodontic treatment, according to research published recently in the Journal of Craniomandibular and Sleep Practice.
January 31, 2023
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Periodontics
Experimental drug restores diseased gums, jawbone
An experimental drug shows potential as a regenerative treatment for periodontal disease, according to research from the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research in Wynnewood, PA.
January 24, 2023
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Orthodontics
Orthodontist warns against TikTok trend
A popular orthodontist on TikTok is cautioning patients not to use a spoon to remove their braces.
January 17, 2023
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Dental Practice
HPI: Dental practice ownership drops significantly
Private practice ownership rates for dentists have declined across all age groups since 2005, but particularly among younger dentists, according to a survey from the ADA Health Policy Institute (HPI).
January 10, 2023
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Dental Practice
Study finds employer-sponsored health insurance comes up short
U.S. adults -- and especially women -- are increasingly finding healthcare to be unaffordable with employer-sponsored health insurance plans, according to a research letter published on December 27 in JAMA. Dental care was deemed to be the most unaffordable.
January 3, 2023
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CBCT
Low-dose CBCT comparable for dental implant surgery
Low-dose cone-beam CT (CBCT) yields statistically similar performance to standard-dose CBCT imaging protocols for CAD/CAM-guided dental implant surgery, according to research published online December 14 in the International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants.
December 20, 2022
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Dentist accused of groping patient cops a plea
A dentist accused of fondling a female patient during treatment at a dental practice has entered into a plea agreement.
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Dentist accused of groping patient cops a plea
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of fondling a female patient during treatment at a dental practice has entered into a plea agreement.
April 17, 2025
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Dental duets: 25 years of dental technology -- hits, misses, and future winners
By Michael Ventriello
Michael Ventriello spoke with Dr. John Flucke, one of dentistry's thought leaders when it comes to technology, to discuss dental technology trends we've seen and what's to come.
April 17, 2025
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Antidepressants plus these therapies may help TMD
By Ava Barros
Combining antidepressants with certain treatments may help relieve pain and improve function in patients with a chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD), according to a review recently published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.
April 17, 2025
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Is this hindering burning mouth syndrome treatment?
By Melissa Busch
Frequently, patients with burning mouth syndrome may have symptoms of being obsessive compulsive and show traits of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, which can complicate treatment.
April 17, 2025
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Poor oral health may hurt more than teeth
By Ava Barros
Poor oral health may contribute to higher pain levels in patients with bodily pain, highlighting a possible link between the oral microbiome and the nervous system, according to a study recently published in Frontiers in Pain Research.
April 17, 2025
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Man dies following dental procedure
By Melissa Busch
A 62-year-old man went into cardiac arrest while sedated and undergoing a dental procedure and died less than two weeks later.
April 16, 2025
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Mouthguards appear to work for apnea
By Ava Barros
Long-term mandibular advancement appliance use may effectively reduce symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea. This study was recently published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
April 16, 2025
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Clinical tip: How to increase case acceptance using CBCT
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Steven Hernandez, a member of the CDOCS faculty, offers his tips to help you improve your case presentation skills, especially with dental implants using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
April 16, 2025
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6 strategies to manage stress in times of rapid change
By Lisa Newburger
The key is not to avoid uncertainty but to manage it in a way that empowers you to move forward with confidence, writes Lisa Newburger.
April 16, 2025
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Why oral diseases are climbing in kids, young adults
By Ava Barros
Global oral health problems among adolescents and young adults may have become more common and more disabling due to rising rates of periodontitis and tooth loss, a study published recently in BMC Oral Health reports.
April 15, 2025
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Money may not be the only factor that delays oral care
By Ava Barros
Besides financial barriers, these personal factors may independently contribute to delays in seeking dental care. This study was recently published in BMC Oral Health.
April 15, 2025
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Dental coding: What you need to know about future updates to CDT 2026 codes
By Estela Vargas
Recently, the ADA's Code Maintenance Committee discussed changes to the Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT) for January 2026. Estela Vargas, CRDH, was there and tells you what you need to know.
April 15, 2025
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