Review highlights role of dentistry in diabetes detection
2020-03-08
Oral healthcare professionals and patients widely support the use of blood tests for the early detection of type 2 diabetes in dental settings, according to
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Nursing and Dental Students Collaborate on Systemic Care
2020-03-06
Nurse practitioner (NP) students from the University of Manitoba College of Nursing recently joined dentistry and dental hygiene students at the Bannatyne campus dental clinic to
Week in Review: Shaming a flosser on social media | Dental assistant dishes on what it’s like to work inside DSO | Vaping and oral microbiome
2020-03-06
Dear DrBicuspid Member, It’s the first Saturday of March, and here’s hoping you’re enjoying some nice weather as we creep ever closer to the official
Dental ER patients often get antibiotics, opioids
2020-03-05
Clinicians frequently prescribe antibiotics and opioids to patients who visit emergency rooms (ER) with nontraumatic dental problems, according to a new study published in the
Vaping changes oral microbiome, increases perio risk
2020-03-03
Vaping changes a user’s oral microbiome and makes the mouth more prone to inflammation and periodontal disease, according to a new study by researchers from
3D-printed jaw changes cancer survivor’s life
2020-03-01
An oral cancer survivor in India regained his ability to eat solid foods after undergoing reconstruction surgery to place a 3D-printed titanium jaw, according to
Week in Review: Patient trashes dental practice | Dentist loses license over infection control, behavior | Honoring Dental Excellence Award winners
2020-02-28
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Happy Leap Day! It’s February 29, and we only get to see this day come around once every four years. Here’s hoping
Four Ways to Improve Hygiene Production
2020-02-27
The production potential of dental hygienists has been underestimated since the inception of hygiene as a department in dental practices. There are four key ways
Regular dental care may help prevent strokes
2020-02-11
Gum disease treatment may help prevent hardening of the arteries and maybe even major strokes, according to two new research studies being presented at the
Oral surgeon loses license to settle heart infection claims
2020-02-04
A New Jersey oral surgeon has agreed to a five-year license suspension to resolve allegations that lax infection-control practices at his office led to 15
Eat to improve overall heath, including mouth health
2020-02-02
A breakfast sandwich filled with an egg and processed cheese, followed by a glass of juice and a donut may sound delicious, but it’s far
Dental Hygiene Named the Number One Healthcare Support Profession
2020-01-28
Now seems to be a good time to launch a career in oral health. In addition to dentistry being named the second best profession, US