A new survey from Delta Dental found that 42.5% of pregnant women in the U.S. aren’t visiting their dentist. Delta Dental reminds women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant to visit a dentist for routine examination, cleanings, and guidance about specific oral health issues that may occur during pregnancy. When visiting the dentist, pregnant women should ask about the following issues and concerns: “Why do my gums bleed
Pennsylvania’s Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Department of Health have released guidelines for prescribing opioids for acute or chronic head and orofacial pain. The guidelines, “Pennsylvania Guidelines on the Use of Opioids in Dental Practice,” are intended to improve patient outcomes and avoid potential adverse outcomes associated with the use of opioids to treat pain, according to the departments. “In the past 15 years, Pennsylvania and the
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s (AACDCF) Give Back A Smile (GBAS) program has been awarded a Power of A Gold Award by the American Society of Association Executives. The GBAS program assists adults who have suffered dental injuries from domestic and sexual violence in rebuilding their smiles. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence, and 75% of battering
There are several events that occur in our life that make us happy that make us smile; but imagine that for one reason or another you couldn’t smile. Well if for some reason you feel that your smile is not nice, then you may feel embarrassed and avoid smile, allow to help. In today’s world there are many options available that will help restore your smile and always be happy
In 2013, oral health-related providers received an average of $60 per Medicare service performed, according to research from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released on June 1. In contrast, the average payment for all types of healthcare professionals was $304 per Medicare service. “These data releases will give patients, researchers, and providers continued access to information to transform the healthcare delivery system.” — CMS Administrator Andy
American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and Henry Schein have partnered to launch the new ADHA/Henry Schein Innovation Center during the ADHA annual meeting, held June 19-20 in Nashville, TN. The center will feature a range of technologies, products, and equipment introduced during the last 18 months from various companies in the dental industry, according to the organizations. It will be open during exhibit hours as part of the Center for
People with severe dental anxiety are more likely to be dissatisfied with their appearance, which may lead to poorer oral health, depression, and further anxiety, according to a doctoral thesis presented on May 29 at the University of Gothenburg in Gothenburg, Sweden. “People with severe dental anxiety are often trapped in a vicious cycle that begins with avoidance of dental care,” stated thesis author Viktor Carlsson, PhD, in a university
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) honored Jack Hahn, DDS, with a Lifetime Achievement Award on June 12 at the academy’s summer meeting in Chicago. Dr. Hahn developed the original tapered implant and has restored more than 45,000 implants over the course of his 45-year career, according to the AAID. He developed the NobelReplace dental implant and has won several other lifetime achievement awards for his work with implants and
Afraid of suffering mental problems, then invites you to deepen your friendships. In a previous post we explain who having a proper diet can reduce the risk of Dementia and its associated diseases. This week post will offer you more tips that will help you improve brain health; the secret: Friends. Friendship and its Benefits Follow your Passion What sparks your interest? Whether you like to go to dance classes,
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Texas owes the U.S. government $133 million for unallowable orthodontic Medicaid treatments from 2008 to 2010, according to a new report by the Office of Inspector General (OIG). Many of the claims were improperly approved because they did not have required documentation or lacked the necessary scores to qualify for orthodontic services. Read Features Editor Donna Domino’s article here. Each year, thousands of practices add associates. An
A dose of oral midazolam may be a useful treatment option for children with predental surgery anxiety, according to a recent study in the Journal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry. Researchers found the drug helped children ease their parental separation anxiety and comply with an anesthetic mask. Hisham Yehia El Batawi, DDS, MDS, PhD. As traditional techniques to treat children’s anxieties before comprehensive medical and dental procedures
Dental instrument and product manufacturer Hu-Friedy has introduced the Giles de Quincey Tunneling Instruments and Allen Membrane Measurement Card as part of the company’s surgical instruments offering. The tunneling instruments were developed in conjunction with Netherlands-based dental surgeon Giles de Quincey, DDS. They are used to reduce pressure and enhance access when tunneling the tissue to the mucogingival junction. The instruments are available in two different angulation options. The Allen
