Amber Lovatos accepts Cuspies hygienist influencer award

Apr 7, 2023

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Amber Lovatos, RDH, received the Cuspies award for Hygienist Influencer of the Year at the Chicago Dental Society 2023 Midwinter Meeting, which was held February 23-25 at the McCormick Place convention center.

Amber Lovatos, RDH, is the hygienist behind the popular Instagram handle @thelatinardh. She uses her Instagram profile to teach her more than 5,000 followers basic dental Spanish.

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Atopic dermatitis may be linked to poor oral health

November 21, 2024

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What you may not know about preventing infective endocarditis

November 20, 2024

Dental Team Masks

Dental hygienists, therapists good for more than the team

November 18, 2024

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Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA

November 14, 2024

Atopic dermatitis may be linked to poor oral health

Adults with atopic dermatitis may face a higher risk of poor oral health; therefore, dermatologists should discuss oral hygiene and recommend dental referrals when needed, reports a study published in the International Dental Journal.

November 21, 2024

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What you may not know about preventing infective endocarditis

By Melissa Busch

Guidelines regarding antibiotic prophylaxis for the prevention of infective endocarditis in dental patients are misinterpreted, not carried out properly, and need clarification.

November 20, 2024

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Dental hygienists, therapists good for more than the team

Integrating dental hygienists and dental therapists into healthcare teams may benefit dental teams, healthcare systems, and patients, reports a study recently published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.

November 18, 2024

Dental Team Masks

Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA

In the hopes of raising awareness for other dental practices, compliance expert Linda Harvey shares what caused a New England practice to recently be handed a stiff U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fine.

November 14, 2024

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3 common hopes for dental hygienists in 2025

Sure, the holidays may not have arrived yet, but Tracee Dahm, RDH, is already excited about what could come for dental hygienists when the calendar turns to 2025.

November 12, 2024

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Reasons why patients maintain oral health may surprise you

More adults are practicing proper oral care to avoid costly dental issues, desiring to save money and avoid unexpected expenses, according to the Delta Dental "2024 State of America's Oral Health and Wellness Report."

November 11, 2024

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Newly developed toothbrush may prevent toothpaste swallowing

A professor at the Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine has developed a toothbrush with suction to prevent people from swallowing toothpaste, according to a university press release.

November 5, 2024

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Taking melatonin may protect oral health

By Melissa Busch

The sleep aid supplement melatonin may have a protective role in oral health, potentially aiding in managing periodontitis, oral cancers, and more.

November 4, 2024

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Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns

Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.

October 31, 2024

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These gum disease patients may benefit from plant-based diets

Switching to a plant-based diet may alleviate periodontal inflammation in patients at risk for cardiovascular disease, suggests study findings recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology.

October 29, 2024

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A dental hygienist shares her oral health advice for Halloween

Which talking points does a dental hygienist share with her patients about all the candy that comes with trick or treating? Maria Jackson, RDH, shares her thoughts.

October 29, 2024

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OralDNA acquires assets of Sensible Diagnostics

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Salivary diagnostics firm Access Genetics, operating as OralDNA Labs, has acquired the assets of Sensible Diagnostics. The deal's financial terms were not disclosed.

October 28, 2024

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