Melissa Busch

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Legal Issues
Imposter dentist accused of damaging woman's teeth with pliers
A dentist who appears to be unlicensed was arrested for allegedly using pliers to pull a woman's tooth, leaving it broken and damaging her jaw.
March 27, 2025
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Dental Practice
1 in 10 dentists report bias against transgender patients
Nearly 1 in 10 dentists reported professional prejudices against transgender individuals, and slightly more clinicians reported having social prejudices, according to a new study.
March 26, 2025
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Legal Issues
Suit filed against dentist accused in shooting death
A dentist arrested in March for allegedly shooting her partner to death in a bedroom at their shared home is being sued by the man's family.
March 25, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist under investigation following patient death
A dentist who lost his license two times in the past for alleged substance abuse is under investigation following the death of a patient.
March 24, 2025
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Legal Issues
Oral surgeon will not face 2nd trial
An oral surgeon will not face another trial for misdemeanor sex assault and battery charges stemming from accusations that he molested several patients.
March 21, 2025
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Regulatory Updates
Dentist loses license for 10 years due to patient's death
A dentist who lost his license after a patient who was allegedly given too much sedation during treatment and died cannot practice dentistry for at least 10 years.
March 20, 2025
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Good neighbors may curb brain decline in those with tooth loss
Neighborhood cohesion may mitigate the negative effects tooth loss has on cognitive decline, according to a study.
March 20, 2025
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Industry Updates
Dentist, wife die in plane crash
A dental practice confirmed the death of one of its dentist owners and his wife in a fatal plane crash on March 14.
March 19, 2025
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TMJ/TMD
1st reported case of small intestine tumor spreading to the TMJ
A small intestine neuroendocrine carcinoma metastasized to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in a man, which is believed the first reported case of its kind.
March 19, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist's license revoked for using pliers on patient
A dentist accused of using "rusty," unsterilized pliers to remove an implant from a sedated patient has had his dental license revoked.
March 13, 2025
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Very rare spontaneous dentin bridge forms after dental trauma
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Gum disease may be linked to migraines
By Ava Barros
Patients with periodontitis may have an 80% greater risk of experiencing migraines than those with healthy gums.
November 5, 2025
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Patients may be depressed, but it may be great for their gums
By Melissa Busch
Taking antidepressants may reduce the risk of developing gum disease, especially the most severe forms of gum inflammation.
November 5, 2025
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Clinical tip: Better ways to prepolish zirconia in the dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Dr. Dan Butterman from CDOCS offers a restoration tip that can elevate the cosmetic dentistry game for any dentist.
November 5, 2025
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The truth about clinical notes
By Michelle Repash
Your clinical notes are more than paperwork -- they're your legal protection and payment guarantee, says Michelle Repash.
November 5, 2025
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Gum disease may leave you itching
By Melissa Busch
Patients with gum disease may face double the risk of developing atopic dermatitis, the chronic skin condition often referred to as eczema that causes red, itchy skin.
November 4, 2025
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Why clean claims aren't luck, and how to get more of them in your dental practice
By Ashley Bond
Clean dental claims aren't luck. They are the result of consistent daily and weekly practices, writes Ashley Bond.
November 4, 2025
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MS linked to specific oral microbiome
By Ava Barros
An altered oral microbiome and metabolites may be a factor in the development of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a study.
November 4, 2025
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FDA cracks down on ingestible fluoride for kids
By Melissa Busch
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has moved to restrict the use of prescription ingestible fluoride supplements in children.
November 3, 2025
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Gold tooth dropped in Salvation Army kettle again
By Melissa Busch
For the second time in recent years, a gold tooth was left in a Salvation Army Red Kettle.
November 3, 2025
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HPV may be linked to oral leukoplakia
By Ava Barros
Oral HPV infection may be linked to oral leukoplakia, a potentially cancerous condition appearing as white patches in the mouth.
November 3, 2025
Oral Leukoplakia Dirk 400
Coding bone grafts: Why your dental claims keep getting rejected
By Estela Vargas
Bone graft insurance denials occur from coding errors and documentation gaps. Estela Vargas, CRDH, has some tips to get paid fast and frustration-free.
November 3, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for revamping your scheduling
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Is your schedule helping or hurting your practice? Dr. Roger P. Levin reveals how to create an optimal schedule.
November 3, 2025
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