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TMJ/TMD
An unusual treatment may reduce chronic TMD pain
A medication commonly prescribed to treat depression may help reduce spontaneous pain in patients with chronic temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a new study.
March 13, 2025
Woman Pill
Organized Dentistry
AAE wants indirect cost cap on U.S. research grants aborted
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) opposes a recent decision by the U.S. National Institutes of Health related to research grants.
March 11, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist accused in fatal hit-and-run in trouble again
A dentist entangled in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case was arrested for allegedly buying hundreds of dollars' worth of fentanyl and more.
March 11, 2025
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Dentist accused in shooting death
A dentist was arrested for allegedly shooting her partner to death in a bedroom at their shared home on March 8, according to authorities.
March 10, 2025
Handcuffs
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Dentist gets prison for threatening election official
A dentist accused of sending threatening messages to multiple victims, including an election official, was sentenced to two years in prison.
March 10, 2025
Jail Hands
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Dental assistant sentenced to lengthy prison term
A dental assistant accused of accessing the private media of dozens of patients and co-workers and taking lewd videos of women was sentenced.
March 6, 2025
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Legal Issues
Dentist accused of fraud jailed for threatening to harm prosecutor
A dentist who, along with others, was charged with allegedly running a scheme that tried to defraud Medicaid and U.S. agencies has been detained pending trial after threatening to shoot a prosecutor.
March 5, 2025
Jail Hands
Legal Issues
Woman accused of extorting hygienist has charge dropped
A woman accused of extorting a dental hygienist had the charge dropped against her.
March 4, 2025
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Legal Issues
Mistrial, not guilty charges reached in oral surgeon case
An oral surgeon accused of molesting several patients was found not guilty of sexual assault, but jurors couldn't reach a verdict on other offenses.
March 3, 2025
Jury Chairs
Legal Issues
Dental practice accused of swiping $500K sued
A dental practice accused of misappropriating $500,000 in management fees is being sued.
February 27, 2025
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Dentist who had patient death verdict vacated cops plea
By Melissa Busch
Dr. Jay Sadrinia was facing a new trial after a U.S. court vacated his previous guilty verdict and 20-year prison sentence.
October 31, 2025
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Patients feel ashamed, but dentists can do something about it
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Dental shame keeps patients away, but training in “shame competence” may help build trust and improve oral health outcomes.
October 31, 2025
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The dental hygienist's guide to thriving in a challenging field
By Dr. Ryan Hungate
Three dental hygienists share their thoughts on the profession as National Dental Hygiene Month comes to a close.
October 31, 2025
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3D-printed dentures: Dr. Tom Giacobbi's advice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Considering offering 3D-printed dentures in your practice? Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice for you.
October 31, 2025
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Cause of teen's death after dental visit revealed
By Melissa Busch
The cause of death of a teen who died shortly after a dental extraction has been determined.
October 30, 2025
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Sealants may help this caries type but not others
By Ava Barros
Sealants on primary molars appeared to reduce and delay certain cavities but not all.
October 30, 2025
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Discussing innovations in imaging and dental implants with Dr. Theresa Wang
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Theresa Wang shares how innovative solutions are ensuring successful outcomes in challenging treatment cases and better patient experiences.
October 30, 2025
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30-minute 3D-printed restorations are in the works
By Ava Barros
Researchers have fine-tuned a technology that creates 3D-printed zirconia dental restorations in a single day.
October 30, 2025
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What to know about LinkIt and a digital workflow within Dentrix
By Kevin Henry
Learn how cutting-edge technology, especially imaging, is evolving and how hardware and software providers are collaborating to create seamless workflows.
October 30, 2025
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Often benign oral germ causes condition that kills healthy woman
By Melissa Busch
A healthy 52-year-old woman died after developing a pyopneumothorax, caused by a typically benign mouth germ.
October 29, 2025
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Podcast: What impact will the merger of dental examining boards have on dentistry?
By Kevin Henry
Alexander Vandiver, CEO of the American Board of Dental Examiners, discusses licensure changes, exam portability in exams, and what's next for dentistry.
October 29, 2025
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Clinical tip: The importance of lab work for specific dental cases
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Chris Campbell emphasizes the importance of lab work in some dental cases, particularly when treating adolescents or children with trauma.
October 29, 2025
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