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Painkillers for acute pain may cause hurt in the long run
Challenging prior notions about inflammation and pain, researchers discovered a robust inflammatory response that appears to protect against chronic pain rather than contribute to it. The findings suggest suppressing inflammation to treat acute pain may hinder long-term pain relief.
August 10, 2022
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Gut bacteria trigger loss of tooth-supporting bone in mice
A recent study challenges the notion that oral microbes solely regulate bone loss in the mouth. The findings show gut bacteria appear to maintain alveolar bone, opening the possibility that interventions aimed at the gut may also support oral health.
April 19, 2022
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NIDCR: Study shows Medicaid may help equalize dental care
A study in Health Affairs found that expanding public coverage of dental care was linked to narrowed racial and ethnic disparities in the use of dental services. A write-up from the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) summarized the findings.
April 11, 2022
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Clinical tip: Bonding with multilink hybrid abutment luting composite
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Here is another great clinical tip that can help any dental practice, courtesy of Dr. Mike Skramstad and CDOCS.
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In this episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," Kevin Henry speaks with Dr. Lou Graham about the importance of group purchasing organizations (GPOs) in the dental industry.
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3D-printed dental splints may benefit kids
By Ava Barros
A removable splint created using a 3D-printed dental model may provide similar treatment results as a traditional wire-composite splint in children, according to a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.
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Facebow records may be better with a smartphone scanner
By Ava Barros
Virtual facebow records created with a smartphone 3D scanner may serve as a reliable alternative to conventional facebows, according to a clinical study published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
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A better way to detect periapical lesions on CBCT?
By Ava Barros
A new artificial intelligence model may provide support for detecting periapical lesions on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), according to a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.
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Dentist accused of prescribing pills to herself gives up license
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of using an alias to illegally prescribe thousands of pain pills to herself and family members has permanently surrendered her dental license.
December 17, 2024
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Light therapy may reduce 3rd-molar surgery adverse events
By Ava Barros
Infrared laser photobiomodulation therapy may aid in recovery following lower third-molar extraction, according to a study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice.
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AAO to keep eye on microplastics in clear aligners
By Melissa Busch
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) will monitor research about microplastics possibly being released from clear aligners.
December 17, 2024
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Shoring up dental organizations' security vulnerabilities
By Erik Eisen
The harsh reality is that it is only a matter of time before a practice or dental service organization is hit by a cyber breach of some kind, writes Erik Eisen. Here are key areas of your business you can self-audit.
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Suit filed in healthy teen's 3rd-molar surgery death
By Melissa Busch
The parents of a healthy 17-year-old who died following anesthesia-related complications during a third-molar extraction procedure are suing his oral surgeon.
December 16, 2024
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Mouth taping helps apnea, snoring. Maybe?
By Ava Barros
The popular social media trend of mouth taping during sleep may improve obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and bilevel ventilation, but more research is needed, reports a review study published in the American Journal of Otolaryngology.
December 16, 2024
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How much should you raise your fees in 2025?
By Estela Vargas
While it's normal to feel trepidatious about raising your dental fees, adjusting your fees annually is vital to maintaining a stable, profitable business, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.
December 16, 2024
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