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Dental Practice
Tips to secure patient data in the cloud
The benefits of the cloud are obvious for dentists and patients. But cloud software also comes with security risks that dentists should be aware of so they can protect themselves against a data breach. Two attorneys share their advice for keeping your patient data safe in the cloud.
October 10, 2022
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Digital workflow can aid layering technique for anterior teeth
A digital workflow can be used to layer composite resin restorations, according to a study published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. In the paper, researchers describe a process involving software and 3D templates to restore anterior teeth, helping to quickly create appealing restorations.
May 22, 2022
2020 08 26 17 20 2673 Smile3 400
Dental Practice
More patients presenting with orofacial pain
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for new orofacial pain complaints and related symptoms, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The most common symptoms that providers felt were aggravated in these patients included anxiety, headache, bruxism, pain while chewing, and sleep disturbances.
May 19, 2022
2020 03 10 18 19 3978 Man Jaw Tooth Pain 400
Restorations
Digital workflow speeds up implant-supported crowns
Implant-supported crowns can be made in both fully and partially digital workflows. The occlusal adjustment and total adjustment times of the fully digital workflow, however, are significantly shorter than the partially digital workflow, according to a study in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
May 16, 2022
2017 01 18 12 22 46 330 Crown Tooth 400
Restorations
Mothers get conflicting messages on fluoride
Mothers often receive conflicting information about the use of fluoride to promote healthy teeth, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. This conflicting information, some of which is false, makes it difficult for them to make oral health decisions for their children.
May 4, 2022
2020 01 16 22 52 5146 Child Caries Tooth Decay 400
Insurance
Periodontal disease tied to heart attack outcomes
People with periodontal disease are at increased risk of hospitalization due to a heart attack. But those with active periodontal treatment are more likely to adhere to postacute care visits, according to a study published April 20 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
May 1, 2022
2019 10 03 00 49 5542 Chest Heart Pain 400
Pediatrics
Tongue device improves sleep apnea in kids with Down syndrome
A surgically implanted device that moves a person's tongue forward during sleep reduces sleep apnea severity in children with Down syndrome, according to a study published April 21 in JAMA Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery.
April 21, 2022
2020 05 21 18 58 0471 Tongue 400
Federally Qualified Health Center
Disability council urges Biden to expand dental Medicaid
In a March letter, the U.S. National Council on Disability urged President Joe Biden and the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to require all state Medicaid agencies to provide dental benefits to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
April 13, 2022
2020 11 03 21 29 5415 Dental Treatment Sedation 400
Insurance
Dental tops list of delayed care for older adults
Older adults were more likely to delay dental care than any other type of healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis published in March by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.
April 6, 2022
2021 04 02 21 56 1684 Older Smiling Dental Patient 400
Oral Cancer
COVID-19 pandemic ups risk for oral cancer
There's been a dramatic increase in the risk for oral cancer due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related changes in lifestyle risk factors coupled with interruptions to dental care and preventive healthcare, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
April 4, 2022
2020 10 20 18 29 8177 Patient Sad Man 400
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New details emerge in death of dental director
What may have led to the death of a dental director in Wisconsin has been revealed.
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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
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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
By Ava Barros
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?
By Kevin Henry
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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Dentist fatally shot, woman arrested
By Melissa Busch
A woman was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing a dentist who was a dental director at a nonprofit clinic on April 19.
April 22, 2025
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Visually impaired man sues dental practice in Fla.
By Melissa Busch
A man who is legally blind filed a U.S. civil rights lawsuit on April 16 against a dental practice in Florida.
April 22, 2025
Legal Scales 400
Resealing may prevent tooth decay at a fair price
By Ava Barros
Resealing may significantly reduce dental decay long term and at a reasonable cost, making it a compelling option for inclusion in insurance and Medicaid coverage, according to a study recently published in AJPM Focus.
April 22, 2025
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4 recent events that have dental hygienists on high alert
By Tracee Dahm
Tracee S. Dahm, MS, RDH, provides a rundown of the latest news and issues dental hygienists need to know.
April 22, 2025
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Dentist’s convictions related to patient’s death vacated
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who is serving 20 years in prison for unlawfully prescribing morphine that caused the death of his 24-year-old patient had his convictions and sentence vacated.
April 21, 2025
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Is post type the key to preventing endodontic failure?
By Ava Barros
Certain posts may minimize the risk of failure in endodontically treated teeth undergoing indirect restorations, according to a review and meta-analysis recently published in the Journal of Dentistry.
April 21, 2025
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Dental trends in private equity investments, technology, and patient acquisition
By Beth Gaddis
Four dental service organization leaders share the trends and hot topics from March's Association of Dental Support Organizations conference.
April 21, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for boosting practice production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dr. Roger P. Levin shares his tips about how you can implement two changes today that will immediately grow your practice's production.
April 21, 2025
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