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Cardiovascular
Daily brushing could be good for heart health
Daily brushing and flossing not only lead to healthy gums and bright, shiny teeth, but they can protect one's heart, according to research published in the International Journal of Oral Science.
November 1, 2023
Gingipain released by P. gingivalis cleaves VAMP8, thereby inhibiting autophagy through preventing autophagosomes-lysosome fusion, which causes cardiac dysfunction. Image and caption courtesy of the department of cardiovascular medicine at Tokyo Medical Dental University.
Brain
Emory to study ties between periodontal disease, Alzheimer's risk
Emory University recently received a grant to study how the oral microbiome is tied to the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
October 30, 2023
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Dental Education
Pacific, Stanford receive $3.8M grant for 'Primed' program
The University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is collaborating with Stanford University for the Pacific-Stanford Primed Program.
October 25, 2023
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Wellness
Nearly 80% of oral health providers report COVID-related burnout
Nearly 80% of oral health providers reported burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 23, 2023
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Restorations
Military tests explore efficacy of portable dental medicine devices
The U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity partnered with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity in September to test three expeditionary dental treatment devices at Fort Liberty, NC.
October 19, 2023
A DFIS sits on display during operational testing at Fort Liberty, NC, on September 12, 2023. The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Activity partnered with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity and 257th Medical Company (Dental Area Support) recently during operational testing of the DFIS, the FPDS, and the dental amalgamator as part of a wider modernization effort to help meet the future frontline dental care needs of U.S. service members. During the operational testing, medical developers and evaluators with USAMTEAC and USAMMDA worked directly with soldiers belonging to the 257th MCDAS to assess the real-world utility of the FPDS, the DFIS, and the dental amalgamator in a field environment. Photo By T. T. Parish. Image and caption courtesy of the U.S. Army/Released.
Periodontics
Researchers discover mechanism involved in dental inflammation
Brazilian researchers have found connections in the mechanisms involved in dental pulp inflammation and root apex damage.
October 16, 2023
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Public Health
New research to study long-term health effects of vaping
Researchers from the Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport in the U.K. are studying the long-term health effects of smoking e-cigarettes.
October 12, 2023
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Wellness
Report: Tooth pain leads to shocking amount of work time lost
Nearly 3 in 10 Britons have taken time off from work because of tooth pain, which is equivalent to 11.7 million working-age people.
October 4, 2023
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Oral Cancer
Young users of e-cigarettes more likely to report chronic stress
Young people who vape are more than twice as likely to report experiencing chronic stress.
October 3, 2023
Vaping Teenager
Oral-Systemic Link
Tooth loss tied to mortality, functional disability
Preventing tooth loss may be tied to reduced mortality and functional disability, according to findings published recently in the Journal of Prosthodontic Research.
October 2, 2023
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Gavel Scale Justice
Legal Issues
Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam
A dental clinic manager was sentenced for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme in which bribes were paid to refer Medicaid-insured children to the Texas dental practice where he was employed.
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Legal Issues
NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior
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Vulnerable Populations
Things that affect patients' access to dental care
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Team Management
Addressing bullying in your dental practice
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Orthodontics
'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?
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Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam
By Melissa Busch
A dental clinic manager was sentenced for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme in which bribes were paid to refer Medicaid-insured children to the Texas dental practice where he was employed.
November 14, 2024
Gavel Scale Justice
NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior
By Melissa Busch
The director of the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has been on paid administrative leave for eight months while her alleged behavior is being investigated.
November 14, 2024
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Things that affect patients' access to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new report highlights that improving oral health requires understanding the specific needs and barriers faced by underserved populations.
November 14, 2024
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Addressing bullying in your dental practice
By Lisa Lash
Employees who refuse to change their behavior or comply with standards have no place in your dental practice, Lisa Lash writes. Here's how to address bullying behavior in your workplace.
November 14, 2024
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'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Researchers have unveiled a smart wearable dental brace that captures never-before-seen in-mouth data that may lead to breakthrough treatments for conditions like bruxism and motor impairments.
November 14, 2024
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Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA
By Kevin Henry
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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VOC exposure linked to periodontitis
By Ava Barros
Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
November 13, 2024
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5 reasons why now is the time for annual planning in your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
As we near the end of 2024, annual planning is a crucial practice for dental offices aiming to thrive in a competitive, ever-evolving landscape. Here's why and how to make it happen in your practice.
November 13, 2024
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Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin
By Dr. Jorge F. Zapata
In this case study, Dr. Jorge F. Zapata explains how he used immediate dentin sealing and a resin coating technique to achieve a functional and aesthetic restoration.
November 13, 2024
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Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes
By Melissa Busch
Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.
November 13, 2024
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A smart hack for an implant-supported denture
By Ava Barros
A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.
November 13, 2024
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Dentist arrested for inappropriate contact with patients
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of engaging in inappropriate conduct with patients has been arrested, according to police.
November 12, 2024
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