DrBicuspid (6/9) reported that a study in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene found that adults with depression are less likely to visit the dentist compared to those without depression. The research, led by Dr. Rolla Mira from King’s College London, utilized data from the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) Read more
The Daily Express (UK) (6/4, Nuttall) reported that Dr. Bhavika Parekh from Smile n Shine highlighted the increasing incidence of bruxism, a stress-related condition causing worn-down teeth, cracked enamel, and aching jaws. This involuntary grinding or clenching, often occurring during sleep, is being observed more in both adults and children, particularly during stressful Read more
Dental Tribune International (6/3) reported that researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have developed a bioengineered chewing gum that reduces oral microbes associated with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Led by Dr. Henry Daniell, the gum contains a protein from lablab beans and an antimicrobial Read more
DrBicuspid (6/3) reported that a study published in the Journal of Dentistry found regular flossing is associated with a nearly 30% reduction in all-cause mortality risk. The study, led by Dr. Kai-yan Wang from The Fourth Military Medical University, analyzed data from 10,609 patients and identified an inverse dose-response relationship between flossing frequency Read more
The Academy of General Dentistry (5/26) shared that a study in General Dentistry explored the use of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) to manage dental anxiety in children. Two pediatric patients with severe dental anxiety showed significant improvements in behavior and reduced stress levels during dental procedures when AAT was used. The therapy involved Read more
DrBicuspid (4/17) reported that Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, discussed the complexities involved in valuing ownership interests in dental practices, particularly when partners have unequal production levels. Bryen emphasized that the value of a practice at 100% is not directly divisible among partners, especially when one partner contributes more to the practice’s Read more
The Academy of General Dentistry (12/1) shared that the deadline for submitting applications for the Fellowship, Mastership, or Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR) awards for AGD2026 is approaching. Applicants are encouraged to complete their requirements and apply by December 31 to demonstrate their commitment to lifelong learning and exceptional patient care. Read more
Dental Tribune International (12/2) reported that a new study published in Science Advances on November 21, 2025, found that adolescents exposed to recommended fluoride levels in drinking water demonstrated better cognitive performance in mathematics, reading, and vocabulary. Conducted using the High School and Beyond cohort dataset, the study analyzed over 58,000 Read more
Academy of General Dentistry (3/17) reports on a study that “compared orofacial radiographs of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) with those of a group of healthy controls.” Generally, those with SCD were more likely to show “generalized osteopenia, enlarged medullary spaces, thinning of the inferior mandibular border, and radiopaque lesions.” Read more
Dr Bicuspid (3/18, Barros) reports on a study finding that “severe caries may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis,” and “caries may increase the risk of postmenopausal osteoporosis with pathological fractures.” The findings were published in BMC Oral Health. Links: https://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12903-025-05735-7 https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-hygiene/oral-systemic-link/article/15739626/caries-may-be-linked-to-osteoporosis