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TMJ/TMD
Managing clear aligner therapy in TMD, bruxism patients
A study reports that as clear aligners gain popularity, clinicians should develop care plans that incorporate strategies for treatment and managing TMDs and bruxism.
September 29, 2025
Teeth Grinding
Wellness
This method may help dentists straighten up
Certain exercises and a therapeutic technique may sharpen dentists' performance, according to new research.
September 29, 2025
Dentist Neck Pain Endostock
Periodontics
SSRIs may affect gum regeneration
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may slow gum regeneration, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
September 26, 2025
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Endodontics
How apical periodontitis varies by gender
A recent study highlights major differences in how apical periodontitis affects men and women.
September 25, 2025
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Periodontics
Mediterranean diet may curb gum disease
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may lead to better gum health, and patients who consistently follow the diet have lower levels of certain inflammatory markers.
September 24, 2025
Meditteranean Diet Sonyakamoz
Regulatory Updates
FDA OKs Airway Management's OSA device
Airway Management’s obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) appliance Nylon flexTap received U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance.
September 23, 2025
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Anesthesia
What you need to know about buccal infiltration with articaine
Articaine via buccal infiltration alone may be less effective and more painful than lidocaine with standard infiltration for molar extractions, per a JADA study.
September 23, 2025
Dentist Needle Patient
Dentures
How well do partial fixed dentures survive?
Fixed partial dentures may provide an affordable, minimally invasive treatment that delivers long-lasting results, with some caveats.
September 19, 2025
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Infection Control
How smart biomaterials may combat dental infections in the future
Smart dental biomaterials could revolutionize infection treatment, outperforming traditional methods, according to a review in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules.
September 18, 2025
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Infection Control
Antibiotics before dental procedures may not reduce risk of PJIs
A new Journal of Arthroplasty study finds that preventive antibiotics before dental work may not reduce the risk of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) in joint replacement patients.
September 18, 2025
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Anesthesia
‘MAGA dentist’ claims she lets anti-Trump patients suffer
The self-proclaimed "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) dentist is being criticized for saying she gives patients with opposing political beliefs less pain medication.
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TMJ/TMD
Managing clear aligner therapy in TMD, bruxism patients
Dentist Neck Pain Endostock
Wellness
This method may help dentists straighten up
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‘MAGA dentist’ claims she lets anti-Trump patients suffer
By Melissa Busch
The self-proclaimed "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) dentist is being criticized for saying she gives patients with opposing political beliefs less pain medication.
September 29, 2025
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Managing clear aligner therapy in TMD, bruxism patients
By Ava Barros
A study reports that as clear aligners gain popularity, clinicians should develop care plans that incorporate strategies for treatment and managing TMDs and bruxism.
September 29, 2025
Teeth Grinding
This method may help dentists straighten up
By Ava Barros
Certain exercises and a therapeutic technique may sharpen dentists' performance, according to new research.
September 29, 2025
Dentist Neck Pain Endostock
Do’s and don’ts for your employee bonus system
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Annual bonuses -- when they’re done right -- incentivize your staff. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips to revamp your bonus system with minimal effort and maximum benefit.
September 29, 2025
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‘Reign of terror’ dentist sentenced to 7 decades-plus in prison
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who prosecutors said created a “reign of terror” environment was sentenced to state prison for sex-related offenses against women patients and an extern.
September 26, 2025
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SSRIs may affect gum regeneration
By Ava Barros
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may slow gum regeneration, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
September 26, 2025
Ssri Boris Brook Wirestock
Podcast: Navigating safe and legal employment practices in dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Join Kevin Henry as he speaks with Michelle Coker, an employment practices analyst with the California Dental Association, about effective hiring practices, holiday policies, and more.
September 26, 2025
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on 3D printing and your dental practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this episode of Just a Minute, Doc, Dr. Tom Giacobbi focuses on 3D printing and what it can do for your dental practice.
September 26, 2025
Just A Minute Doc 400
How apical periodontitis varies by gender
By Ava Barros
A recent study highlights major differences in how apical periodontitis affects men and women.
September 25, 2025
Jaw Pain Man Dentist Syda Productions
Postsurgical neuropathy a wrap?
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Finally, a suture-free device may repair severed nerves, eliminating neuropathy after procedures like oral surgery.
September 25, 2025
2025 09 25 Nerve Tape 400
Is your staff reducing your stress?
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Is your team a help or a hindrance? Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how to transform your team into a self-driven, high-producing team.
September 25, 2025
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Burnout is impacting the entire team, not just dentists
By Ashley Bond
Burnout isn't solely affecting providers -- it's grinding practices to a halt. Ashley Bond of Wisdom offers practical tips to regain momentum.
September 25, 2025
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