This is the key to designing an aesthetic smile
2026-02-10
When creating an aesthetic smile, it’s critical to keep in mind that 2D and 3D symmetry of natural incisors are rare, highlighting the importance of
dental specialties
It may be time to evaluate sealant delivery programs
2026-02-10
The use of second-molar (2M) sealants among U.S. adolescents is low, with two-thirds lacking them. Programs should focus on improving their delivery alongside first molar
Clinical tip: How to use a ghost dental implant for bridge planning
2026-02-10
This week, Dr. Doug Smail returns with another clinical tip that can help every dentist and dental practice, courtesy of CDOCS. Check out the video
It’s not just about scaling anymore: Latest tools, theories, and products to blast biofilm
2026-02-10
Author’s note: Cellerant Consulting is proud to partner with DrBicuspid to bring you a new monthly column where we discuss what’s hot, what’s new, and what’s
Gastric sleeve may improve gum disease, especially in diabetic patients
2026-02-10
Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) may improve periodontal health in patients with and without type 2 diabetes (T2D) largely due to a significant reduction in inflammatory biomarkers,
Cardiometabolic dysregulation may be linked to gum disease
2026-02-10
The triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index, an indicator of insulin resistance, may be linked to higher odds of moderate to severe periodontitis, particularly in individuals with obesity,
Frequent toothbrushing may boost kids’ resilience
2026-02-10
Brushing one’s teeth twice or more daily may significantly improve resilience in elementary school-age children, especially those living in poverty, according to a study that
A cosmetic dentist weighs in on the perio-before-whitening discussion
2026-02-10
It’s something that is tackled in so many dental practices every week. A patient walks into the practice having seen a perfectly white Hollywood smile
This drug combination may relieve 3rd-molar surgery pain
2026-02-10
A combination of ibuprofen-arginine (Ib-Ar) and dexamethasone (DX) may provide better pain relief in patients following lower third-molar surgery. This study was recently published in
Clinical tip: Delivering a great thermal pulp test via Endo Ice
2026-02-10
Once again this week, a member of the CDOCS faculty is back to provide you with a clinical tip that can help your dental patients
Transforming patient lives through nerve reconstruction in mandibular surgery
2026-02-10
Mandible reconstruction goes far beyond the mere removal of a tumor; it’s about restoring a patient’s quality of life and their ability to interact with
Drug may upend gum disease, other systemic diseases
2026-02-10
An antibiotic may eliminate an oral cavity germ known to trigger the onset of periodontitis, indicating a potential breakthrough in preventing the progression of other
