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Dentist accused in shooting responds to lawsuit

April 25, 2025

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The future of noninvasive orthodontics may rely on this

April 25, 2025

Navigating dysphagia: Comprehensive care strategies for nursing facilities

April 25, 2025

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Dental manager accused of evading taxes sentenced to prison

April 24, 2025

Dentist accused in shooting responds to lawsuit

By Melissa Busch

A dentist in Georgia accused of shooting her partner to death has responded to a wrongful death lawsuit.

April 25, 2025

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The future of noninvasive orthodontics may rely on this

The protein ATF6 may be a promising target for developing noninvasive orthodontic treatments by triggering the production of tumor necrosis factor alpha, or TNFα, in immune cells called macrophages, according to a news release.

April 25, 2025

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Navigating dysphagia: Comprehensive care strategies for nursing facilities

By Dr. Alexis Lee

Dr. Alexis Lee discusses innovative solutions for patients with challenges swallowing.

April 25, 2025

Dental manager accused of evading taxes sentenced to prison

By Melissa Busch

A dental manager in California who pleaded guilty to tax evasion was sentenced to prison.

April 24, 2025

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Negotiating dental insurance reimbursement fees: A key strategy for practice growth

By Dr. Kartik Antani

In dentistry, where margins are tight and demands are high, smart fee negotiation is the difference between working harder and working smarter, writes Dr. Kartik Antani.

April 24, 2025

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What mouth rinses may do to some restorations

The extended use of certain mouth rinses may have a significant, adverse aesthetic effect on CAD-CAM resin-based restorations. The study was published recently in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.

April 24, 2025

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How a cosmetic dentist balances patient wants vs. needs

In this video interview, Dr. Anjali Rajpal emphasizes the importance of preserving natural tooth structure and enhancing patients' natural beauty while navigating the pressures of social media and cosmetic trends.

April 24, 2025

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Conservative management of class V lesions: A case study using advanced adhesive and flowable composite

By Dr. Troy Schmedding

In restorative dentistry, preserving tooth structure and ensuring long-term function are central to ensuring a successful outcome. In this case study, Dr. Troy Schmedding explains step-by-step how he restored a class V lesion.

April 24, 2025

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New details emerge in death of dental director

By Melissa Busch

What may have led to the death of a dental director in Wisconsin has been revealed.

April 23, 2025

Pooping too much, too little may spell trouble for teeth

By Melissa Busch

Abnormal bowel habits may be correlated with a higher risk of poor teeth conditions, according to a study.

April 23, 2025

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Chatbots may valuably answer questions about dental prostheses

Artificial intelligence chatbots may transform how patients understand dental prostheses by mimicking human conversation, according to a study published on April 15 in BMC Oral Health.

April 23, 2025

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Clinical tip: How often should aligners be changed?

With clear aligners becoming an important part of orthodontic treatment, Dr. Shalin Shah of CDOCS discusses the frequency of switching aligners and why timing is critical.

April 23, 2025

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