Karie Neeley Anderson

Legal Issues
Accused dental office shooter asks to serve as own attorney
Mohammed Abdulkareem, accused of killing Dr. Benjamin Harouni, appeared in court as a judge weighs self-representation.
August 21, 2026
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Nutrition
Unsweetened sparkling water a safer bet for teeth than soda
New research suggests the beverage is less corrosive to teeth than soda, making it a moderate alternative drink option.
August 5, 2026
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Endodontics
Study: Extraction may not be inevitable for cracked teeth
A study recently published in the Journal of Endodontics suggests many cracked teeth can be successfully treated.
July 23, 2026
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Smile Design
FDI report: Almost 3 in 5 dental orgs report patient harm from illegal dentistry
An FDI World Dental Federation report finds illegal dentistry harming patients worldwide, in rich and poor countries alike.
July 22, 2026
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Oral Cancer
1-hour oral cancer test may spare patients painful biopsies
A one-hour brush test may spare patients painful biopsies, and clinicians can monitor precancerous lesions safely and repeatedly.
July 16, 2026
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Legal Issues
New questions mount over link between dentistry and Epstein’s ranch
Newly released details reveal a dental practice at Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico ranch, raising disturbing questions.
July 7, 2026
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Vulnerable Populations
Co-substance use is surging in this age group
The patients who may likely be using alcohol-- including drinking heavily -- and mixing it with medications and drugs may be those you least expect.
July 2, 2026
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Privacy
Delta Dental patient portal users may be owed cash for privacy settlement
Patients with a my.deltadentalcoversme.com account (January 23, 2021-January 23, 2025) may qualify for a payment; the deadline is in August.
July 1, 2026
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Oral Cancer
Poor diet may increase oral cancer risk in women, absent tobacco or alcohol use
Less-healthy diets have been linked to a higher oral cancer risk in women, especially nonsmokers and nondrinkers, with no similar increase seen in men.
June 30, 2026
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Oral-Systemic Link
Case report: Dentist spots syphilitic chancre during routine checkup
A routine dental checkup led to a surprise syphilis diagnosis. A case report highlights conducting extraoral exams at every visit.
June 26, 2026
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Legal Issues
Dentist accused of touching staff makes plea deal
A dentist's career ended in a sexual misconduct plea deal and potential prison time.
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Brain
What you may not know about gum disease, cognitive functioning
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Endodontics
'But it doesn’t hurt.' How to talk to patients about cracked teeth before they break.
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Endodontics
New research explains why implant infections defy antibiotics
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Privacy
Dr. Lorne Lavine on the dental cybersecurity and AI risks heading into 2027
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Kwanwoo Lee
October 5, 2026
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Dr. Jennifer You
October 1, 2026
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Dr. Ricardo Mitrani
September 22, 2026
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Dr. Peter Auster
September 15, 2026
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Dr. Rania Saleh, MSD
September 10, 2026
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Dr. Sonia Szamocki
September 8, 2026
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Lauren Stanford, RDH
September 1, 2026
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Mehmet Dogan
August 28, 2026
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Andrey Ilyabayev
August 28, 2026
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Conner Ludlow
August 25, 2026
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