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Dentist sues state over implicit bias training

A dentist is suing over a requirement that mandates clinicians take implicit bias training to maintain their dental licenses.

April 18, 2025

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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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

Burning Mouth Adeniadit

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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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

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

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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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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2026 03 02 Spontaneous Dentin Bridge 400

Very rare spontaneous dentin bridge forms after dental trauma

A tooth's remarkable self-healing mechanism defied dental expectations after trauma.

Brain General

This brain disease may be a risk factor for advancing gum disease

Mary K. Hughes, RDH.

Hygiene wages aren't the problem: Your business model is

Levin Practice Success 400

Do’s and don’ts for increasing insurance reimbursements

2026 02 26 Odontogenic Infection Gas 400

This may indicate the severity of dental infections

Vitamin D may play a role in implant failure

Vitamin D deficiency may contribute to early implant failure, while supplementation appears to boost osseointegration, according to a review.

November 14, 2025

Dental Implant Placement

The economic outlook for dentistry: What one dental executive is watching

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Joe Talanges, president and COO of GC America, discusses the current state and future of the dental industry, focusing on economic trends, patient care, and the importance of collaboration.

November 14, 2025

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Why dental care isn't optional, and how to help patients understand that

By Crystal Eudy

Medical care is seen as essential, while dental care is often overlooked, writes Crystal Eudy. It's time that changes, and here's how.

November 14, 2025

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Dentist cleared of abuse charge

By Melissa Busch

A dentist accused in 2024 of threatening and physically abusing a child under the age of 16 had all charges dropped against him.

November 13, 2025

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Low-birth weight may be linked to oral health issues later

Children born with low birth weights may be more likely to develop frequent caries and gum inflammation in adolescence.

November 13, 2025

Turmeric extract rinse may ease orthodontic patients' pain

Turmeric may ease the initial pain of orthodontic treatment, according to a BMC Oral Health study.

November 13, 2025

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Building a world-class team

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Dr. Roger P. Levin shares four integral strategies that will strengthen your team and accelerate practice growth.

November 13, 2025

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Dentist calls police on patient over shunned AI technology

By Melissa Busch

A periodontist called police on a dental patient after she allegedly did not consent to using an AI note-taking program during her visit.

November 12, 2025

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Periodontitis may subtly damage the brain

People with gum disease may be more likely to have cerebral small vessel disease, a neurological condition with an increased risk of stroke and dementia.

November 12, 2025

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Clinical tip: How single-visit dental implant crowns are now possible

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dr. Juergen Langenbach shares his experience beta-testing the Katana Zirconia One For Implant by Kuraray Noritake Dental.

November 12, 2025

Just A Minute Doc 400

Dentist accused of ‘gross incompetence’ surrenders license

By Melissa Busch

A dentist suspended indefinitely in 2024 due to “gross incompetence and ignorance in the practice of dentistry” has surrendered his license to practice.

November 11, 2025

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There may be a link between obesity and oral health habits

Could belly fat hurt oral health? A new study links it to poor brushing, flossing, and tooth decay.

November 11, 2025

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