Orofacial Pain

What dental practices need to know about Halloween emergencies
By Kevin Henry
What can your dental practice do to prep for Halloween candy-related emergencies? We asked Dr. Jason Auerbach for his tips.
October 28, 2025
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Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?
By Melissa Busch
About 1 in 10 pediatric dental visits involving opioids were linked to overdose or persistent use.
October 27, 2025
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$17M grant to study TMD pain
By Ava Barros
Two University of Pittsburgh researchers will lead a study to improve how TMD-related pain is managed.
October 20, 2025
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1st known case of high blood pressure drug-induced toothache
By Melissa Busch
High blood pressure medication caused a recurring toothache in a 45-year-old man in possibly the first reported case of its kind.
October 16, 2025
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3D bioprinting may help heal trigeminal nerve damage
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Using 3D printing, researchers may have developed a solution to help damaged nerves heal following dental surgery.
October 16, 2025
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Buffered anesthesia rivalry heats up in dental industry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Three companies are vying to be the best-in-class anesthetic, but the ultimate winner may be dental patients.
October 16, 2025
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Got oral pain, inflammation? Maybe it's CBD to the rescue
By Ava Barros
A recently published review reported significant reductions in chronic orofacial pain, post-op dental pain, TMD, and bruxism.
October 14, 2025
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One dentist's advice on how to move past dental patients' fear of pain
By Kevin Henry
For Dr. Hiren Bhatt, understanding the root of a patient's fear is key, helping both the patient and the dentist succeed.
October 9, 2025
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Dentalhitec launches anesthesia system in the U.S.
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The QuickSleeper5 is designed to provide immediate, precise numbness.
October 1, 2025
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Is there an association between TMDs and diet?
By Ava Barros
A new study links poor diet and nutrition to an increased risk of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs).
September 30, 2025
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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
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