Melissa Busch

Legal Issues
Orthodontist accused of inappropriate contact with 4-year-old
A dentist known for working on pediatric patients who compete in extreme professional sports has been accused of molesting a boy since he was 4.
December 9, 2024
Doctor Handcuffs Michael
Legal Issues
Ex-dental employee faces more than 35 felonies
A former dental office employee faces more than 35 felony charges for allegedly breaking into the dental practice where she worked.
December 6, 2024
Woman Handcuffs
Practice Trends
What to expect from dentistry in the next 5 years
The U.S. is amid a generational transition that may bring major changes to dentistry, according to a perspective in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 5, 2024
Young Dentist Man
Legal Issues
23-year-old dies following dental procedure
A 23-year-old woman from Canada died after experiencing a medical emergency during a dental procedure on November 27, triggering an investigation by the Manitoba Dental Association.
December 4, 2024
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Dentures
Ill-fitting dentures may put your life at risk
Dentures that fit well may be good for your health, according to a large study.
December 4, 2024
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Legal Issues
SmileDirectClub to pay nearly $5M to 28K customers
Nearly a year after SmileDirectClub abruptly closed its operations, ceasing any future sale of its products and ending its lifetime guarantee, the clear aligner company will shell out $4.8 million in refunds to customers.
December 3, 2024
Gavel Money Lawsuit
Legal Issues
Dentist suspended for pulling implant with 'rusty' pliers
A dentist had his dental license suspended by the state dental board for allegedly using "rusty," unsterilized pliers to remove an implant from a sedated patient.
December 3, 2024
Discipline Employee
Legal Issues
Dentist cops to threatening election official
A dentist accused of sending threatening messages to multiple victims, including an election official, has pleaded guilty.
December 2, 2024
Gavel Scale Lawsuit
Malpractice
Dentist sued for alleged 'aggressive' dental cleaning
A patient has filed a lawsuit claiming that an "unusually aggressive" dental cleaning led to him spending two days in the hospital.
December 2, 2024
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Nutrition
Top 5 dental stories to digest before you gobble
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, DrBicuspid shared its top nutrition stories.
November 27, 2024
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Stroke Head Xray
Brain
Periodontitis may be linked to leading cause of stroke
Gum disease may be associated with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), a leading cause of stroke, in patients with ischemic stroke, according to a new study.
Dentist Digital Tablet
Sleep Dentistry
Online videos about bruxism treatment may be lacking
Irrigator Water Home Stock
Hygiene Tools
This may trump floss for reducing gum inflammation
Estela Vargas, CRDH.
Patient Communication
How you can reassess dental practice communication policies for 2025
Candid Conversations
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Periodontitis may be linked to leading cause of stroke
By Melissa Busch
Gum disease may be associated with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), a leading cause of stroke, in patients with ischemic stroke, according to a new study.
December 10, 2024
Stroke Head Xray
Online videos about bruxism treatment may be lacking
By Ava Barros
Videos uploaded by dental professionals on occlusal device therapy for sleep bruxism may lack informative value, reliability, and clarity, says a study published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
December 10, 2024
Dentist Digital Tablet
This may trump floss for reducing gum inflammation
By Ava Barros
An ultrasonic oral irrigator may reduce gingival inflammation more effectively than using dental floss as an adjunct to manual toothbrushing, according to a study published in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.
December 10, 2024
Irrigator Water Home Stock
How you can reassess dental practice communication policies for 2025
By Estela Vargas
We now have less physical contact and communication with patients before they are seated in the chair. We must close that gap by building an instant rapport with patients, writes Estela Vargas, CRDH.
December 10, 2024
Estela Vargas, CRDH.
Orthodontist accused of inappropriate contact with 4-year-old
By Melissa Busch
A dentist known for working on pediatric patients who compete in extreme professional sports has been accused of molesting a boy since he was 4.
December 9, 2024
Doctor Handcuffs Michael
1-on-1: ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler on the future of dentistry, dental trends he is watching
By Kevin Henry
We spoke with the president of the ADA to discuss a variety of topics, including dentist wellness, staffing shortages, and the future of dentistry.
December 9, 2024
Dr. Brett Kessler
Oral germs in pregnant women linked to mental health symptoms
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Certain oral bacteria and their levels in the microbiome of pregnant women may be linked to stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The study was published in BMJ Mental Health.
December 9, 2024
Pregnant Women Touching Belly
Do's and don'ts for increasing production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Increased production is the intersecting result of multiple factors. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to strategically and easily increase your practice's numbers and profitability.
December 9, 2024
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Ex-dental employee faces more than 35 felonies
By Melissa Busch
A former dental office employee faces more than 35 felony charges for allegedly breaking into the dental practice where she worked.
December 6, 2024
Woman Handcuffs
Obesity may be linked to gingival bleeding
By Ava Barros
Obesity may be linked to a higher risk of gingival bleeding, highlighting the importance of considering a patient's overall health, not just their oral condition, according to a study published in Obesity Medicine.
December 6, 2024
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Digitizing dentistry: The keys to reducing paper consumption in your dental practice
By Mat Buttrey
For the modern dental business, transitioning to a digital environment can enhance efficiency and security, deliver time and cost savings, and attract more clients. Mat Buttrey explains how and why.
December 6, 2024
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What to expect from dentistry in the next 5 years
By Melissa Busch
The U.S. is amid a generational transition that may bring major changes to dentistry, according to a perspective in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 5, 2024
Young Dentist Man
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