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Cause of plane crash that killed dentist, wife revealed
A U.S. National Transportation Safety Board final report revealed the cause of a crash that led to the death of two people.
September 17, 2026
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TMJ/TMD
Athletes appear to frequently report this dental condition
There may be a hidden dental crisis affecting young athletes that no one is talking about.
September 17, 2026
Man Jaw Tooth Pain
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What dentistry can learn from the Lindsay Clancy case
Dentists hold a hidden key to patient safety that could eliminate gaps in healthcare coordination.
September 16, 2026
Gavel Scale Lawsuit Westock
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Dentists, doctors file U.S. suit over gender transition services
Healthcare professionals are fighting back against state-mandated transition care in Colorado.
September 15, 2026
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Lactation consultant accused of illegal dentistry after baby's death
A routine tongue-tie surgery turned tragic, sparking illegal dentistry charges against a breastfeeding consultant.
September 14, 2026
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Dental Assistant
What do EFDAs mean for the future of the U.S. dental workforce?
Expanded function dental assistants (EFDAs) remain underutilized, but a new study offers recommendations to create a robust workforce.
September 11, 2026
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Legal Issues
CEO accused of stealing $800K in dental bill funds
A healthcare CEO is accused of stealing $800K from three school districts' healthcare accounts.
September 10, 2026
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Maybe tune into this to curb 3rd-molar surgery anxiety?
One simple solution may transform patients' wisdom tooth surgery anxiety, according to a study.
September 10, 2026
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Privacy
eAssist Dental reportedly struck by ransomware attack
A major dental billing platform was allegedly hit by a sophisticated ransomware gang.
September 9, 2026
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Dentist accused of having inappropriate conduct with minor
A Utah dentist is accused of shocking crimes involving a minor.
September 9, 2026
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Official Report Paperwork Khunkorn Studio
Legal Issues
Cause of plane crash that killed dentist, wife revealed
A U.S. National Transportation Safety Board final report revealed the cause of a crash that led to the death of two people.
Man Jaw Tooth Pain
TMJ/TMD
Athletes appear to frequently report this dental condition
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on how to build a dental team that stays together
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These patients may need to pay closer attention to their gum health
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Cause of plane crash that killed dentist, wife revealed
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on how to build a dental team that stays together
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What does it take to keep your dental team together and on the same page? Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares some thoughts in his latest video.
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New research links a composite marker of insulin resistance and abdominal obesity to higher periodontitis risk in patients.
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Dr. Jason Auerbach’s 3 big lessons that changed his oral surgery practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Jason Auerbach shares the biggest lessons that shaped his oral surgery practice.
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The dental hygienist of 2030: The role is already changing
By Mary K. Hughes, RDH
The hygienist of 2030 won't be defined by the procedures performed but by the health outcomes achieved, and that shift is underway.
September 17, 2026
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What dentistry can learn from the Lindsay Clancy case
By Melissa Busch
Dentists hold a hidden key to patient safety that could eliminate gaps in healthcare coordination.
September 16, 2026
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Hygienist shortage or retention problem? Why the debate matters more than the diagnosis.
By Denise Ciardello
Denise Ciardello weighs the pros, cons, and offers a possible middle ground in the debate over expanding who can perform preventive care.
September 16, 2026
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The most common smile design questions you can anticipate patients asking
By Kevin Henry
Master the most common smile design questions patients ask, and prepare confident answers that build trust and close treatment plans.
September 16, 2026
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Opinion: AI isn’t an insult to dentists’ clinical skills. It’s complementary.
By Dr. Rania Saleh, MSD
Dr. Rania Saleh explains why AI isn't a threat; rather it's a partner that helps clinicians and educates patients better.
September 16, 2026
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Could a headset make new dentists and assistants better prepared for their first real patient?
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Manish Chhabra explains how VR training helps teams practice procedures risk-free and why it's not replacing hands-on courses.
September 16, 2026
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Decades-old dental x-rays litter Lake Erie
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Decades-old dental radiographs mysteriously started washing up on the shores of Lake Erie in New York this summer.
September 15, 2026
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