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A single gene variant reshapes how a patient perceives pain, responds to local anesthetics, and recovers from dental procedures. Here is biology and mechanism explained.
June 9, 2026
New 2026 ACC/AHA dyslipidemia guidelines reshape cardiovascular risk management with lower LDL-C targets, earlier intervention, and updated risk tools—while highlighting a critical...
May 8, 2026
Red and near-infrared light therapy is gaining traction as a practical adjunct in dentistry, helping reduce sensitivity, ease procedural discomfort, and support faster healing...
May 8, 2026
Persistent bad breath isn’t always a hygiene issue. When standard advice fails, clinicians must look beyond the mouth to identify underlying causes and deliver more effective,...
April 6, 2026

Dental Implants

Dr. Scott Froum explains the implications craniofacial growth has on the position of dental implants and the types of patients who are at the highest risk for craniofacial growth...
Jan. 12, 2026
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Nov. 3, 2025
While complete prevention of metallosis caused by orthopedic implant and dental implant breakdown has not been described in the literature as of today, Dr. Scott Froum looks at...
Nov. 6, 2024
Although further well-controlled studies are needed to pinpoint a causal relationship between titanium implant breakdown/particle release and dental implant failure, many studies...
Oct. 3, 2024

Periodontics

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Extended platelet-rich fibrin (e-PRF) is reshaping regenerative dentistry by extending membrane longevity from weeks to months. See how Bio-Heat technology enhances PRF’s clinical...
June 10, 2026
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Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is transforming regenerative dentistry with faster healing, improved tissue regeneration, and enhanced clinical outcomes. Learn how advances in centrifugation...
May 8, 2026
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New p-tau blood biomarkers can detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear—reshaping dentistry’s role in early intervention. Learn how periodontal inflammation may influence...
April 6, 2026
Exosome therapy is reshaping regenerative dentistry by delivering powerful healing signals without the risks and limitations of live stem cells. From periodontal regeneration ...
Feb. 9, 2026

Practice Management

Rising drug prices are pushing Americans to cut back on basic needs, while solutions like TrumpRx offer temporary relief without fixing the deeper issues driving high pharmaceutical...
April 6, 2026
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Discover the three invisible profit thieves silently draining your dental practice—and learn how to stop them. From rising inflation and insurance challenges to team dynamics,...
Sept. 2, 2025
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If your production stopped tomorrow, would your financial life stay intact? Here’s what dentists can learn from Justin Bieber’s recent loss of $90 million.
Aug. 5, 2025
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What do aviation disasters have to do with dentistry? More than you think. As corporate interests take control and clinical shortcuts become the norm, the dental profession risks...
July 1, 2025

Restorative Dentistry

The ferrule effect is a key factor in restoring endodontically treated teeth. Learn why maintaining 1.5–2 mm of sound tooth structure improves fracture resistance and how to decide...
March 11, 2026
After 45 years in the dental lab industry, one professional proves it’s never too late to chase a lifelong dream. From building a successful independent dental laboratory to publishing...
March 10, 2026
An intraoral scanner produces scans that are only as good as the operator. Many mistakes are preventable. Here are some tips from a lab expert to help you get the most accurate...
Aug. 2, 2023
Drs. Omar Ikram and Scott Froum discuss four things that affect the waiting period between endodontic treatment and the crown procedure, as well as what can happen if you wait...
Feb. 7, 2023

Videos

In this video, Dr. Scott Froum treats a case of moderate peri-implantitis using a 9.3-micron CO2 laser along with hard-tissue grafting and bio-PRF growth factors.
Oct. 11, 2023
This implant is more than 20 years old and has a damaged thread pattern. In this video, you'll see how Dr. Scott Froum successfully removes the implant.
Sept. 7, 2023
This patient presented with a “loose implant in the front.” Clinical treatment required explantation of the poorly placed implants, bone grafting, and implant replacement.
Aug. 8, 2022
This patient fractured her buccal plate, has a high smile line with uneven gingival zeniths, and has supernumerary teeth in the anterior maxilla.
July 11, 2022