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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.
September 12, 2025
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TMJ/TMD
Biofeedback may help treat TMDs
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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Cardiovascular
Gum disease may increase risk of CKM syndrome
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
Patient Communication
The U.S. may be suffocating with dental fear
Dental fear may be prevalent in the U.S., according to a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. And from all signs, patients' anxiety is growing.
September 9, 2025
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Pediatrics
Too much screen time, too few Zzs may hurt kids' gums
Poor sleep quality in adolescents may be linked to excessive internet use, and both may contribute to gum disease, according to a new study in BMC Oral Health.
September 9, 2025
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Sleep Dentistry
Mouthguards may not protect against tooth wear very well
Polymethyl methacrylate splints may reduce tooth wear from sleep-related bruxism, but it's not a perfect fix, a study in BMC Oral Health reports.
September 8, 2025
Mouthguard
Periodontics
Hyaluronic acid may benefit patients with gum disease
A recent review in Periodontology 2000 suggests that hyaluronic acid -- an ingredient in skincare products -- may aid gum healing and regeneration, enhancing outcomes when paired with nonsurgical or surgical periodontal treatments.
September 4, 2025
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Pediatrics
VR may help dentists work with pediatric patients
Virtual reality (VR) simulation may help teach dental students how to manage pediatric patient behavior, which students may embrace, reports research recently published in the European Journal of Dental Education.
September 3, 2025
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3D Printing
Newly created 3D-printed mouth allows for research sans trials
University of Connecticut researchers have created a 3D-printed artificial mouth, offering a novel way to test oral hygiene products, implants, and regenerative therapies and possibly bypassing the need for clinical trials.
September 2, 2025
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Periodontics
Gum disease may be linked to prostate changes like cancer
Research recently published in The Prostate suggests men with gum disease may have an increased risk of developing prostate conditions, including enlarged prostate, prostate cancer, and chronic prostatitis.
August 29, 2025
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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.
Vargas Estela 400
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
Biofeedback Patient Aman Woody 400
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
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
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
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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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