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Dentist, practice arraigned on 40 crimes
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Man accused of abducting, assaulting, terrorizing dental employee
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Aspen Dental opens Day of Service scheduling, including ClearChoice
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Glidewell opens new clinical education center in N.C.
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Dentist accused of lax infection control suspended
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A two-track CE program from the ADA covers cone-beam CT fundamentals, image interpretation, and clinical integration.
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Tom's of Maine launches fluoride-free hydroxyapatite toothpaste
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The new fluoride-free toothpaste contains hydroxyapatite, arginine, and calcium carbonate, offering whitening and sensitivity relief.
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Curve Dental names chief customer officer
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Calif. law requires dental plans to honor assignment of benefits
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Starting in 2027, California dental plans must pay out-of-network dentists directly when patients assign their benefits.
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Aspen Dental opens Day of Service scheduling, including ClearChoice
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ClearChoice is joining Aspen Dental's Nov. 7 Day of Service, donating up to $1 million in implant care for veterans.
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Dentist accused of lax infection control suspended
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was suspended after the Colorado Dental Board found many infection control failures.
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Mouthguards plus this may protect swimmers' teeth
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Is football stress showing up in your patients' smiles?
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A DenTek survey shows that game-related stress lingers for many fans well after the final whistle.
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the dental patients who leave a mark
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi returns to talk about the dental patients in your practice, both those you love and those who challenge you.
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CDS announces digital pass, enhancements for 2027 Midwinter Meeting
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The 2027 CDS Midwinter Meeting is adding a digital pass, expanded hands-on learning, and more than 240 educational courses.
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