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They might be small, but bubbles can make your patients' teeth cleaner.

Bubbles are a dentist's best friend

A new study has found that meds often taken for osteoporosis can affect dental implants.

Osteoporosis meds and implants are a bad combination

Anesthesia Progress is the official publication of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA). The quarterly journal is dedicated to providing a better understanding of the advances being made in the science of pain and anxiety control in dentistry. The journal invites submissions of review articles, reports on clinical techniques, case reports, and conference summaries. To learn more about the ADSA, visit: http://www.adsahome.org/.

Researchers discovered a surprising trend in where dental anesthesia is being performed.

Study finds office-based dental anesthesia is on the rise

If you’re looking to help the elderly stay more active, start with their teeth.

Study finds link between frailty and oral health

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

The thought of advancing your career may seem overwhelming, but there are some simple steps you can take to position yourself for success. 

5 ways to advance your career in 2018

Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

New research shows that certain oral bacteria that cause periodontal disease may also cause esophageal cancer. 

Study finds link between oral bacteria and increased risk of esophageal cancer

Lynne Slim is an award-winning dental author who has published extensively in dental/dental hygiene journals including 

Journal of the Western Society of Periodontology

. She was the periodontal columnist for RDH magazine for about 17 years and is now a columnist for 

 and is a member of their advisory board. In 2003, Lynne founded Perio C Dent, a dental practice management company that specializes in the incorporation of non-surgical periodontal therapy into the hygiene department of the general dental practice.

As a key opinion leader in the dental industry, Lynne is frequently asked to review new products and write product reviews. She participates in product development and is consulted about consumer/RDH product awareness. Lynne received the Philips Oral Healthcare “Mentor of Distinction” award at the 2012 ADHA Annual Session.

Succeeding with patients requires credibility, which means staying up to date on the latest cutting-edge data.

How RDHs can build their credibility with science

While mail-order aligners continue to grow in popularity, several organizations are speaking up about the risks associated with this treatment. 

The risks and rewards of mail-order braces

New research suggests a link between periodontitis and stomach cancer.

Could dentists stop stomach cancer?

Laura Dorr is the former executive editor of DPR's Modern Dental Network and a regular contributing author.

Dental research came a long way this year, and some studies stood out above the rest.

Emerging Research