Melissa Busch

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Alternative Pain Therapies

The key to dentin hypersensitivity may be in your kitchen

An antioxidant found in many plants like grapes and apples, as well as red wine and green tea, may aid in the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity.

November 8, 2024

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Wife pleads guilty to evading taxes for husband's dental practice

The wife of an orthodontist in California who was accused of preparing false financial statements for his practice that resulted in tax evasion has pleaded guilty.

November 7, 2024

Regulatory Updates

Trump win may mean bye-bye to fluoridated drinking water

If Donald Trump wins the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the cavity-fighter fluoride may be removed from U.S. public water systems.

November 4, 2024

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Taking melatonin may protect oral health

The sleep aid supplement melatonin may have a protective role in oral health, potentially aiding in managing periodontitis, oral cancers, and more.

November 4, 2024

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Woman sues over breaking tooth on 'frozen solid' ice cream treat

A woman filed a lawsuit after she was served a "frozen solid" ice cream sandwich that led her to fracture the root of her tooth.

October 31, 2024

Regulatory Updates

Regulatory concerns lead Dentsply to suspend sale of Byte aligners

Dental products manufacturer Dentsply Sirona has voluntarily suspended the sale and marketing of its Byte aligners and impression kits while it conducts a review of regulatory requirements.

October 30, 2024

Dental imaging firm ex-CEO ditches $11M fraud sentencing

The ex-CEO of a dental imaging system firm who allegedly defrauded investors out of nearly $11 million skipped out on sentencing.

October 29, 2024

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Dentist charged with threatening election official

A dentist, already indicted for reportedly threatening three people over their political commentary, has been charged for allegedly threatening an election official.

October 28, 2024

Drinking fluoridated water as kids makes you worse off as adults

Children exposed to public fluoridated water between the ages of 0 and 5 may be worse off as adults, according to a new study.

October 28, 2024

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Phony dentist accused of leaving person in severe pain

A woman who was allegedly posing as a dentist was arrested after reportedly giving a root canal to a patient, leaving the person in severe pain.

October 25, 2024

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It's time to tackle the dental misinformation epidemic

Online dental misinformation about teeth whitening poses an increasing risk to patients, researchers caution.

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Patients really worry about 3rd-molar surgeries

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Dental manager sentenced to hefty prison term

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Imposter dentist arrested for assault, more

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5 most shocking dental-connected crimes

Dr. Tom Giacobbi on 3D printing and your dental practice

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In this episode of Just a Minute, Doc, Dr. Tom Giacobbi focuses on 3D printing and what it can do for your dental practice.

September 26, 2025

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How apical periodontitis varies by gender

A recent study highlights major differences in how apical periodontitis affects men and women.

September 25, 2025

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Postsurgical neuropathy a wrap?

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Finally, a suture-free device may repair severed nerves, eliminating neuropathy after procedures like oral surgery.

September 25, 2025

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Is your staff reducing your stress?

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Is your team a help or a hindrance? Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how to transform your team into a self-driven, high-producing team.

September 25, 2025

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Burnout is impacting the entire team, not just dentists

Burnout isn't solely affecting providers -- it's grinding practices to a halt. Ashley Bond of Wisdom offers practical tips to regain momentum.

September 25, 2025

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Is it time to sell? 5 indicators every dentist should look for

Every dentist exits -- the smart ones do it on their terms, writes Ryan Mingus of Tusk Partners.

September 25, 2025

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Mediterranean diet may curb gum disease

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may lead to better gum health, and patients who consistently follow the diet have lower levels of certain inflammatory markers.

September 24, 2025

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Not all tooth pain is equal: Classifying the 5 types of endodontic emergencies

By Dr. Deepika Ganne

Dr. Deepika Ganne classifies five types of dental emergencies from irreversible pulpitis to facial cellulitis, providing diagnosis and treatment protocols for each condition.

September 24, 2025

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Clinical tip: Simple socket graft suturing

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

In this clinical video, Dr. Doug Smail demonstrates his simple socket grafting and suturing technique.

September 24, 2025

Woman indicted for working with a forged hygienist license

By Melissa Busch

A woman was indicted for allegedly practicing at a dental practice with a fake dental license.

September 23, 2025

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What you need to know about buccal infiltration with articaine

Articaine via buccal infiltration alone may be less effective and more painful than lidocaine with standard infiltration for molar extractions, per a JADA study.

September 23, 2025

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7 best practices for every dental practice's front desk

By Christine Taxin

From clear communication to adapting to change, Christine Taxin outlines what your front desk should be doing to support the practice's growth.

September 23, 2025

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