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DrBicuspid.com is a complimentary, community-focused platform designed for general dentists, specialists, and various dental professionals. The site aims to provide valuable, reliable, and relevant information, including news, features, and columns that can enhance the efficiency and profitability of your practice. DrBicuspid.com offers essential clinical and business updates that can significantly benefit your practice. Through in-depth articles, we gather top insights from industry professionals, including marketers, practice managers, and implant specialists. We delve into current trending topics and highlight new social and technological developments that may affect your work. Additionally, DrBicuspid.com features engaging Case Studies and interactive quizzes that challenge your diagnostic abilities against those of the experts. Interested in staying updated? We send out regular newsletters that highlight new articles, fresh sections of the site, and other exciting content. When it comes to resources, DrBicuspid.com has you covered with various tools, including job listings, a Vendor Connect section, an extensive conference calendar, and links to professional and academic organizations. Moreover, DrBicuspid.com facilitates networking and collaboration through dedicated Forums linked to each article, allowing you to engage in discussions on topics that matter to you.

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Unexpected oral hygiene tool nabs cheating husband

2 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

A woman in the U.K. learned about her husbandâ€™s affair thanks to the electronic toothbrushing app she downloaded to track her kidsâ€™ oral hygiene habits, according to a story recently published in The Mirror. The mom synced the toothbrush app to her phone so she could monitor her kidsâ€™ toothbrushing habits, but she got a lot more than that.
Georgia woman accused of practicing dentistry with forged license

3 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

A woman was arrested for allegedly practicing at a dental practice in Georgia with a dental license that was altered to appear to be issued by the state dental board, according to multiple news stories published on June 2. Emily Rochelle Brannon, 34, was charged on May 29 with practicing dentistry without a license and forgery. She remains free after posting a $24,000 bond, according to the stories.
Dental care under anesthesia offers a surprising pro for kids

3 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Ava Barros

Preschool-age children who undergo dental treatment under general anesthesia (DGA) may experience better oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), according to a study recently published in BMC Oral Health. However, DGA may not successfully reduce dental fear and anxiety in children, the authors wrote.
Contaminated saline bottle leads to 8 deaths after dental care

4 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

A bacterial brain infection caused by contaminated bottles of saline led to the death of eight patients following dental treatment in India, according to an article published on May 21 in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia. An unsterile surgical instrument was used to open a saline bottle, which was resealed loosely and reused on patients, leading 10 patients to contract the severe nervous system infection neuromelioidosis at a dental clinic.
This vitamin may mitigate periodontal risks

4 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Ava Barros

Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of periodontal disease by increasing the expression of the enzyme matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF), according to a study recently published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology. Furthermore, higher serum vitamin D levels may be associated with reduced gingivitis and gum disease occurrence, the authors wrote.
Over 25% of U.S. adults don't have dental insurance

5 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Ava Barros

In the U.S., approximately 27% of adults, or about 72 million people, do not have dental insurance. This lack of coverage may contribute to worsening overall health, according to a report released by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. Of those who are currently uninsured, 12% lost coverage within the past year, according to the report.
How womenâ€™s reproductive history may affect tooth decay

5 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

Tooth decay may be associated with an increasing number of pregnancies; however, it may not be linked to the start of menstruation or menopause, according to a new study published May 23 in BMC Oral Health. The findings highlight the need for more awareness of maternal oral health, the authors wrote.
Pearl's Second Opinion 3D gets FDA nod

5 days ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch |Kevin Henry |Clark Kauffman

Dental artificial intelligence (AI) solutions provider Pearl has received U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its Second Opinion 3D. Second Opinion 3D is designed to help dental professionals review scans faster and more accurately, improving diagnostics and treatment planning in implantology, orthodontics, oral surgery, and airway management.
Too many patients may not know enough about oral health

1 week ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

Oral health knowledge may be lacking for too many patients, specifically men, younger adults, and those not getting routine periodontal therapy, according to a study published on May 21 in the European Journal of Dental Education. It suggests that dental professionals need to be aware that these patients need more support and education about oral health, the authors wrote.
Cause of death of 9-year-old dental patient revealed

1 week ago | drbicuspid.com | Melissa Busch

The San Diego County Department of the Medical Examiner has ruled that the death of a 9-year-old girl in California who passed away hours after she was administered anesthesia and underwent dental surgery was accidental. The cause of death of Silvanna Moreno, who was pronounced dead at a children's hospital in San Diego on March 18, was ruled as “methemoglobinemia in the setting of recent nitrous oxide administration,” according to an update from the county medical examiner.