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Legal Issues
Dentist accused of groping patient cops a plea
A dentist accused of fondling a female patient during treatment at a dental practice has entered into a plea agreement.
April 17, 2025
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Orofacial Pain
Is this hindering burning mouth syndrome treatment?
Frequently, patients with burning mouth syndrome may have symptoms of being obsessive compulsive and show traits of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, which can complicate treatment.
April 17, 2025
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Legal Issues
Man dies following dental procedure
A 62-year-old man went into cardiac arrest while sedated and undergoing a dental procedure and died less than two weeks later.
April 16, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dental hygienist sues, alleging wrongful termination
A dental hygienist/assistant filed a lawsuit against a prosthodontist and dental practice, accusing them of wrongfully terminating her due to a disability.
April 11, 2025
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Regulatory Updates
Dentist reprimanded following patient death
A dentist in Florida accused of failing to stop the implant replacement of a sedated patient who died days after the procedure has been reprimanded.
April 9, 2025
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Vulnerable Populations
What gun violence may mean for your teeth
Increases in exposure to gun violence may be associated with going to the dentist less frequently and tooth loss, according to a large U.S. study.
April 9, 2025
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Regulatory Updates
EPA to take critical look at water fluoridation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on April 7 that it will swiftly review new scientific data on the potential health risk associated with adding fluoride to public drinking water.
April 8, 2025
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Legal Issues
Coroner makes ruling in dental patient's death
A county coroner in Ohio has determined the cause of death of a man who became unresponsive and eventually died after being sedated and undergoing multiple dental procedures.
April 8, 2025
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Brain
3 times more likely to have impaired cognition with this problem
Middle-age and older individuals who have this problem may be nearly three times more likely to experience cognitive impairment, according to a large study.
April 8, 2025
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Anesthesia
These anesthetics may be linked to serious adverse reactions
Patients given ester-based local anesthetics may be at greater risk of having serious complications when they are administered numbing agents, according to a study.
April 7, 2025
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Periodontics
Gum disease may be linked to prostate changes like cancer
Research recently published in The Prostate suggests men with gum disease may have an increased risk of developing prostate conditions, including enlarged prostate, prostate cancer, and chronic prostatitis.
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Ditch meat for optimal oral health? Maybe
By Ava Barros
Eating a vegetarian diet, especially one that emphasizes beans, may benefit one's oral health by promoting a healthier saliva pH, reports a study recently published in Lifestyle Medicine.
July 15, 2025
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Dr. Roger Levin's practical advice for creating 5-star customer service in your practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Discover practical strategies from Dr. Roger P. Levin on turning challenges into opportunities and empowering your dental team to elevate patient experience.
July 15, 2025
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With government cuts, unveiling dentistry's future of infection control and prevention
By Kevin Henry
Following the elimination of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Oral Health, a trusted voice is stepping up to help dentistry stay safe and secure.
July 14, 2025
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Dentists say it’s time to stop handling anesthesia alone
By Melissa Busch
Dentists say it’s time for laws to change to make procedures involving anesthesia safer by requiring an anesthesiologist.
July 14, 2025
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Herbal mouthwash may outshine every other rinse
By Ava Barros
Natural herbal-based rinses, unlike traditional mouthwashes, may kill harmful bacteria while leaving beneficial bacteria intact, report researchers from Rutgers.
July 14, 2025
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Finding the right representation for your practice
By Ryan Mingus
Selling your life's work in today's market requires an adviser's expertise to help you expertly navigate the sales process, writes Ryan Mingus of Tusk Partners.
July 14, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for handling setbacks
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Setbacks are inevitable for practice owners, but as Dr. Roger P. Levin writes, great leaders follow key steps to overcome challenges and build lasting success.
July 14, 2025
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Dentistry in the U.S. may be failing
By Melissa Busch
U.S. dentistry may be amid a silent decline, according to a perspective published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
July 11, 2025
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Finding kids' caries may be a snap for parents
By Ava Barros
Smartphone photographs of a child’s mouth taken by parents may accurately detect caries during teledentistry appointments, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
July 11, 2025
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Lessons learned from a dentist who tried to hide his income
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA, dives into a recent story featured on DrBicuspid.com and explains how a dentist could have avoided prison over money.
July 11, 2025
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The importance of actually hearing your dental patients
By Lisa Newburger
A visit to the periodontist reminded Lisa Newburger of the power kindness and respect have in patient care. Discover how small gestures make a lasting impact in the dental chair.
July 11, 2025
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Time to wake up about the oral health of adolescents
By Ava Barros
Adolescents worldwide continue to experience dental diseases and oral health disparities, with noncarious conditions rising significantly, reports a study published in the International Dental Journal.
July 10, 2025
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