Legal Issues

Dentist fined for ‘unprofessional’ responses to patients’ online reviews
By Clark Kauffman
A state dental board fined a clinician, ruling that a dentist’s responses to online patient reviews violated patient confidentiality.
August 28, 2026
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Employee accused of conning, stealing from dental practice
By Melissa Busch
A former employee was arrested for stealing from her dental practice employer.
August 27, 2026
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Doctors Co. cites retained items, delayed diagnosis in dentistry claims
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Doctors Company's August analysis highlights technical performance issues and delayed oral cancer diagnosis as key dentistry malpractice risks.
August 26, 2026
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Dental hygienist indicted for possession of child abuse material
By Melissa Busch
A decades-long school dental hygienist was arrested for possessing child abuse material.
August 26, 2026
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Dentist accused of holding woman captive suspended
By Melissa Busch
A dentist arrested for allegedly tasing and firing a gun at a woman while holding her captive has been suspended.
August 25, 2026
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Accused dental office shooter asks to serve as own attorney
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Mohammed Abdulkareem, accused of killing Dr. Benjamin Harouni, appeared in court as a judge weighs self-representation.
August 21, 2026
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ICE battle heats up with woman who claims to be oral surgeon
By Melissa Busch
An Iranian woman's battle with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reveals possible shocking credential fraud.
August 20, 2026
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Imposter orthodontist hit with another charge
By Melissa Busch
A woman who allegedly provided thousands of dollars in orthodontic services, including braces, without a license faces a new charge.
August 19, 2026
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Unlicensed dentist must pay judgment for ruining woman’s teeth
By Melissa Busch
A woman who posed as a dentist must pay a judgment for damaging a customer's teeth.
August 18, 2026
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Align Technology wins $1.4M judgment
By Melissa Busch
Align Technology announced it prevailed in a $1.4 million legal battle, which ended with its competitor having to halt operations.
August 17, 2026
Gavel Money Lawsuit
Dentist indicted for failing to pay $1M-plus in taxes
By Melissa Busch
A U.S. grand jury has indicted a dentist for multiple tax offenses.
August 14, 2026
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Man accused of filing $80K fraudulent dental claim sentenced
By Melissa Busch
One man's elaborate dental fraud scheme has cost him dearly.
August 13, 2026
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