Will Morton

Infection Control
Tongue tissue shows distinct response to COVID-19
Researchers have demonstrated for the first time that the immunoinflammatory response of COVID-19 in oral tissue is distinct and may play an important role in regeneration after infection.
March 22, 2023
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Endodontics
Animal study reveals path to new implant coating material
Researchers in Korea have developed a new coating for dental implants that could significantly facilitate bone regeneration, according to a recent study.
March 20, 2023
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Periodontics
Study reveals important cellular activity in the gingiva
Researchers at Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan, have shed light on biological activity related to gingiva fibroblasts, cells that help produce fibers that hold our teeth in place, according to a news release issued by the university.
March 15, 2023
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Periodontics
Is gum disease linked to atrial fibrillation?
Researchers at Newcastle Dental Hospital in Tyne, England, will check patients to see if there is a link between gum disease and a heart condition called atrial fibrillation, according to ITV News.
March 8, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Supplement focuses on dental-medical integration
Two studies led by researchers at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston were among articles highlighted on February 27 in an Annals of Family Medicine special supplement. Both studies focused on how nondental professionals can support dental health.
March 1, 2023
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Periodontics
Manuka honey may have sweet effect on implant bone healing
Soaking collagen scaffolds in manuka honey could increase their ability to produce minerals and promote osteogenesis, yet the scaffolds offer little resistance to bacterial infection, according to researchers.
February 28, 2023
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Oral Cancer
Oral bacteria may increase heart disease risk
Infection with a common bacteria linked with periodontal disease, oral cancers, and bad breath may cause a slight increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published on February 14 in eLife.
February 22, 2023
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Periodontics
Researchers develop cytokine score for gum inflammation
A new scoring method based on cytokine levels in saliva could help dentists determine how well patients respond to treatments for gum disease, according to researchers at the New York University College of Dentistry.
February 20, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Treats from grandparents not so sweet
Less than half of mothers address the issue of grandparents giving their grandchildren copious amounts of cavity-causing foods and beverages, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
February 15, 2023
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Dental Hygiene
Grant given to create remote-controlled tooth cleaning tool
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has received a $256,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to develop magnetic nanotechnology for use in at-home dental care products.
February 8, 2023
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Legal Issues
Dentist headed to prison for dozen-plus years
A dentist arrested at a Florida airport after allegedly flying there to meet a mother and her 8-year-old daughter for sex was sentenced March 11 to 15 years in prison.
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Should asymptomatic 3rd molars be pulled? Maybe.
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Office Management
Advice for enduring the current retirement plan roller coaster ride
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Pediatrics
ERs felt the pinch of pandemic dental office closures
Executive Board
Legal Issues
Dentist's license revoked for using pliers on patient
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Dentist headed to prison for dozen-plus years
By Melissa Busch
A dentist arrested at a Florida airport after allegedly flying there to meet a mother and her 8-year-old daughter for sex was sentenced March 11 to 15 years in prison.
March 14, 2025
Jail Hands
Should asymptomatic 3rd molars be pulled? Maybe.
By Ava Barros
Mandibular third molars may be extracted preventively due to impaction and crowding concerns, however, no real consensus exists among clinicians, asserts a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
March 14, 2025
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Advice for enduring the current retirement plan roller coaster ride
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
What can dentists do to build up the asset value of their retirement plan when the stock market hits some slumps? Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, shares his advice.
March 14, 2025
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ERs felt the pinch of pandemic dental office closures
By Ava Barros
Dental practice closures during COVID-19 led to a rise in emergency room (ER) visits for dental problems in children, according to researchers from the New York University College of Dentistry.
March 14, 2025
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Dentist's license revoked for using pliers on patient
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of using "rusty," unsterilized pliers to remove an implant from a sedated patient has had his dental license revoked.
March 13, 2025
Executive Board
An unusual treatment may reduce chronic TMD pain
By Melissa Busch
A medication commonly prescribed to treat depression may help reduce spontaneous pain in patients with chronic temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a new study.
March 13, 2025
Woman Pill
What you need to know about the ADA's updated information on salivary testing
By Estela Vargas
Understanding the distinction between diagnostic tests and wellness-focused saliva tests is important for proper coding, and Estela Vargas, CRDH, is here to help you understand the latest changes that impact dental insurance reimbursement.
March 13, 2025
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Fake dentist arrested for leaving a patient without many teeth
By Melissa Busch
A man who was allegedly practicing without a dental license botched procedures for three women, including leaving one woman with a third of her teeth.
March 12, 2025
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Report puts dentistry on high alert with shocking trend
By Ava Barros
Without proper intervention, the global prevalence of this health condition is projected to affect nearly 60% of adults by 2050, posing significant risks to oral health, reports a study published in The Lancet.
March 12, 2025
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Clinical tip: Alignment of teeth and attachment loss
By Kevin Henry
This week's dental clinical tip from CDOCS comes from Dr. Shalin Shah and focuses on the periodontal portion of dentistry.
March 12, 2025
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'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
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Dentist accused in fatal hit-and-run in trouble again
By Melissa Busch
A dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case was arrested for allegedly buying hundreds of dollars' worth of fentanyl and more.
March 11, 2025
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