Regulatory Updates: Page 48

65 Okla. patients test positive for hepatitis C
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oklahoma health officials say 65 patients so far have tested positive for hepatitis C since their investigation began last month into a Tulsa oral surgeon's practice.
April 25, 2013
Newspaper creates Okla. dentist disciplinary action database
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Tulsa World has created a searchable online database of disciplinary actions taken against dentists by the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry since January 1, 2000, in response to an oral surgeon who may have exposed approximately 7,000 patients to HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, the newspaper announced.
April 25, 2013
RI dental association sues state health department
By Donna Domino
The Rhode Island Dental Association this week filed a complaint against the Department of Health alleging that state health inspectors illegally raided an oral surgeon's office as he performed surgery on a sedated patient and violated privacy laws by taking patient files.
April 23, 2013
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BPA removed from Calif. toxic list
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A California judge has issued an interim order removing the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) from the state's list of reproductive toxicants, as part of an ongoing lawsuit against a California agency.
April 21, 2013
Ariz. bill would increase oversight of mobile dental services
By Donna Domino
Arizona lawmakers are considering new legislation that would require parents to give separate approval for prophys and irreversible procedures before mobile dental care providers can provide the treatment at the kids' schools.
March 24, 2013
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Mass. dental board OKs Botox by general dentists
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Massachusetts Board of Dentistry has released a policy advisory that allows dentists to use facial injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers.
March 18, 2013
Dental practice owners: New form required for new hires
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental practice owners, take note: U.S. employers hiring new personnel must use an updated version of Form I-9, which is designed to verify the identity and employment authorization of people hired in the U.S.
March 13, 2013
FDA issues azithromycin warning
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning that the antibiotic azithromycin can cause abnormal changes in the electrical activity of the heart that may lead to a potentially fatal irregular heart rhythm.
March 13, 2013
FDA: Stop using 'latex-free' label on medical products
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued draft recommendations to medical product manufacturers for providing consumers with accurate information about products that are not made with natural rubber latex.
March 7, 2013
Australian dentist battles CBCT licensing procedures
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A dentist based in Pilbara, Western Australia, is contesting the licensing procedures for 3D dental imaging technology, arguing that they are onerous and put the health of dental patients at risk.
March 5, 2013
Ireland scrutinizes teeth-whitening businesses
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has expressed concern that a number of businesses that offer teeth-whitening services could be operating illegally in the U.K.
February 26, 2013
HHS releases final rule regarding essential health benefits
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released the final rule on standards related to essential health benefits, actuarial value, and accreditation.
February 21, 2013
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