Erik L. Ridley

Sleep Apnea
Dentists play key role in screening for OSA
Dentists should regularly screen both pediatric and adult patients for sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
June 8, 2023
Dentist Advise Patient
Pediatrics
Sensory-adapted dental rooms soothe children with autism
A sensory-adapted dental clinic environment can make dental cleanings a lot less distressing for autistic children.
June 7, 2023
At the SADE research clinic at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, sensory adaptations to the environment were shown to significantly reduce autistic children’s physiological and behavioral stress during dental cleanings.
Scope of Practice
USPSTF finds lack of evidence for oral health screening, interventions by PCPs
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is not ready to endorse oral health screening and preventive interventions by primary care providers (PCPs) for adults and adolescents at risk of developing certain oral diseases.
June 6, 2023
Physician Mouth Exam
Oral Cancer
Research may enable individualized HNC treatment for Black patients
Several genomic alterations and signatures found in head and neck cancer (HNC) may pave the way for more personalized diagnosis and treatment.
May 3, 2023
Neck Exam Doctor
Organized Dentistry
Lawmakers back AAPD effort for outpatient oral surgeries
Bipartisan lawmakers in U.S. Congress are supporting an effort to allow oral health surgeries in ambulatory surgical centers.
April 17, 2023
Boy Procedure Suction
Public Health
NYU team lands NIDCR grant to study mitochondria role in tooth enamel formation
Researchers from the NYU College of Dentistry will study the role of mitochondria in the formation of tooth enamel.
April 12, 2023
Woman Lab Microscope
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Oral Bacteria
Ultrasound may zap biofilms in the future
High-intensity focused ultrasound might be effective in eliminating biofilms from titanium dental implant surfaces, reports research recently published in the International Journal of Implant Dentistry.
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Office Management
How to keep your RCM moving when dental patient flow slows
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Dental Hygiene
5 steps to instantly find the dental career you've always wanted
Just A Minute Doc 400
Patient Communication
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on patient communication and personalization
2 Clinicians Patient Curing Viacheslav Yakobchuk 400
Dental Education
Dental students may not be ready for emergencies
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Ultrasound may zap biofilms in the future
By Ava Barros
High-intensity focused ultrasound might be effective in eliminating biofilms from titanium dental implant surfaces, reports research recently published in the International Journal of Implant Dentistry.
September 12, 2025
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How to keep your RCM moving when dental patient flow slows
By Estela Vargas
Use seasonal patient lulls to improve your revenue cycle management (RCM) and finish the year strong, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.
September 12, 2025
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5 steps to instantly find the dental career you've always wanted
By Melissa K. Turner
Dental professionals can fast-track their career through networking, smart social media, and polished personal branding, writes Melissa K. Turner, RDH.
September 12, 2025
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on patient communication and personalization
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with another quick tip, this time focusing on the power of personalized treatment recommendations for your patients.
September 12, 2025
Just A Minute Doc 400
Dental students may not be ready for emergencies
By Melissa Busch
Dental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.
September 11, 2025
2 Clinicians Patient Curing Viacheslav Yakobchuk 400
Retaining your dental team: Why training and incentives matter
By Dayna Johnson
Keeping your valuable team members and building strong teamwork is built on training, development, and collective incentives tied to practice goals rather than individual bonuses, writes Dayna Johnson.
September 11, 2025
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Biofeedback may help treat TMDs
By Ava Barros
Biofeedback may help effectively manage temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and improve patients’ well-being, reports a review recently published in BMC Oral Health.
September 11, 2025
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Podcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Kyle Francis of Professional Transition Strategies joins the show to discuss how burnout is affecting practice transitions.
September 11, 2025
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Oral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection
By Melissa Busch
A common antibiotic-associated infection may be linked to oral mucositis, according to a large study.
September 10, 2025
Clostridioides Difficile Waseem
Gum disease may increase risk of CKM syndrome
By Ava Barros
Gum disease may raise the risk of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, underscoring the need to include oral health in cardiometabolic care, a new study finds.
September 10, 2025
Heart Damage
Clinical tip: What you should know about using a barium guide in your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Doug Smail shares another valuable clinical tip that can help you and your dental patients.
September 10, 2025
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The dental office manager's guide to a burnout-free practice
By Dr. Ryan Hungate
Successful dental office managers prevent burnout through small gestures, open communication, cross training staff, and leveraging technology to streamline operations, writes Dr. Ryan Hungate.
September 10, 2025
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