Melissa Busch[email protected]Dental PracticeDentists' debt-to-income ratios worse than other health workersThough school debt consistently exceeded income for healthcare occupations -- except for physicians -- between 2017 and 2022, dentists had the highest debt-to-income ratios.July 11, 2024Legal IssuesMan reaches $150K settlement over dentist's spoof Juneteenth feteA firefighter who claimed he was forced to attend a New York dentist's party that mocked Juneteeth reached a settlement to resolve the case.July 11, 2024ImplantsThese nicotine products pose the most risk to implantsWhen it comes to nicotine-containing products, the ones that are the most detrimental to dental implants may be surprising.July 11, 2024Dental PracticeWant a million-dollar home? You need this dental job.A home with a million-dollar price tag in the U.S. may be a purchasing reality for professionals in these occupations, including some in dentistry.July 10, 2024Infection ControlAt risk? At least 1 in 5 U.S. dental programs reuse healing capsSome accredited periodontics residency programs in the U.S. are reusing dental implant healing abutments, posing a risk of biological cross-contamination among patients.July 9, 2024Legal IssuesDental worker arrested at work with package of illegal drugsA woman was arrested at a New York dental spa where she worked after receiving a shipment containing a half pound of drugs.July 8, 2024X-RayRisk of osteoporosis may be visible in the mouthAssessing bone mineral density on the sides of the jaw may help flag patients who are at risk for osteoporosis.July 8, 2024Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryToo little sleep tied to bone health? Researchers are studying it.Researchers are studying which mechanisms of chronic lack of sleep impair bone remodeling, which is critical for the success of treatments, including dental implants.July 3, 2024Legal IssuesEx-dental college staffer sentenced for embezzlementA former coordinator at a dental college in Georgia was sentenced for reportedly stealing more than $300,000 from her employer.July 2, 2024MalpracticePatient sues dentist for causing permanent nerve damageA dentist and a dental practice is being sued for allegedly causing a patient's permanent nerve damage.July 1, 2024Previous PagePage 33 of 53Next PageTop StoriesDental EducationDental students may not be ready for emergenciesDental students report being moderately prepared -- at best -- to handle medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in training, according to a study.Team ManagementRetaining your dental team: Why training and incentives matterTMJ/TMDBiofeedback may help treat TMDsPodcastsPodcast: How is burnout impacting dental practice transitions?AntibioticsOral mucositis may be tied to antibiotic-related infection
