Dental Specialties

Groups call for Fla. Medicaid to end amalgam fillings

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Four U.S. organizations have petitioned Florida health officials to immediately stop using dental amalgam in children covered by Medicaid.

July 18, 2025

Bad childhood may equal bad teeth

By Ava Barros

Early childhood trauma like abuse or family instability may elevate the risk of dental caries in children, according to new findings in the Journal of Dentistry.

July 18, 2025

Dandy launches dentures for low-income patients

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

U.S. digital dental lab Dandy has launched affordable dentures designed for government insurance plans like Medicaid.

July 17, 2025

Dental duets: AI and my Dustin Hoffman moment with Dr. Marty Jablow

By Michael Ventriello

From predictions for the next five years to the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and "AI lite," Dr. Marty Jablow shares his thoughts on one of the hottest trends in dentistry today.

July 17, 2025

5 must-read endodontic articles

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

These endodontic-related stories from the first half of 2025 captivated DrBicuspid readers.

July 17, 2025

This filler may be elite for root canals

By Ava Barros

Certain fillers improve root canal therapy by boosting the antibacterial properties of resin-based root canal sealers, reports a study published on July 9 in BMC Oral Health.

July 17, 2025

Case #827: 40-year-old woman with lesion

By Dr. Juan F. Yepes

A 40-year-old woman was referred to the endodontist by her family dentist to evaluate a lesion located at the periapical area of tooth #30. The woman was asymptomatic. Challenge yourself with this DrBicuspid case study, and put your dental expertise to the test.

July 17, 2025

Clinical tip: Correctly prepping anterior teeth

By Kevin Henry

This clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS, focuses on ensuring the best results for your dental patient's anterior teeth.

July 16, 2025

Finding kids' caries may be a snap for parents

By Ava Barros

Smartphone photographs of a child’s mouth taken by parents may accurately detect caries during teledentistry appointments, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

July 11, 2025

Time to wake up about the oral health of adolescents

By Ava Barros

Adolescents worldwide continue to experience dental diseases and oral health disparities, with noncarious conditions rising significantly, reports a study published in the International Dental Journal.

July 10, 2025

Clinical tip: How to help dental patients with a gag reflex

By Kevin Henry

Do you have patients in your dental practice with a gag reflex? If so, Dr. Diwakar Kinra shares what has worked with his patients to stop them from gagging.

July 9, 2025

Gum disease may be an independent risk factor for stroke

By Ava Barros

A study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice reveals a tie between periodontal disease and increased stroke risk, but controlling dental biofilm may help.

July 8, 2025

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