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Legal Issues
Dental managers cop to defrauding Medicaid out of $365K
Dental managers accused of using their father’s dental practice to defraud Medicaid have pleaded guilty.
January 22, 2026
Gavel Money Lawsuit
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Patient accused of practice rampage after being tardy sentenced
A patient who reportedly trashed a dental practice in Scotland and attacked a dentist after she was told she was late for her appointment was sentenced.
January 21, 2026
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Diabetes
Dental calculus may hold the key to early diabetes detection
Potassium levels in dental calculus may be a possible indicator of diabetes.
January 20, 2026
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New suit claims Delta Dental misquotes out-of-network coverage
A U.S. class action lawsuit has been filed against Delta Dental Plans Association and 40-plus affiliates.
January 19, 2026
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Ex-dental assistant pleads guilty to assaulting sedated patients
An ex-dental assistant accused of sexually assaulting an unconscious man and others, including children, has pleaded guilty.
January 16, 2026
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Imaging Systems
Case report reveals woman with extremely rare fused teeth
A woman presented with an extremely rare case of bilateral fusion of her permanent lower jaw lateral incisors and canines, according to a case report.
January 15, 2026
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Cardiovascular
Childhood oral health linked to elevated atherosclerosis risk in adults
Childhood oral health may be linked to a heightened risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
January 14, 2026
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Legal Issues
Court rules clinic retaliated against assistant over BLM comment
A U.S. district court ruled that a dental clinic retaliated against a dental assistant who was placed on leave after objecting to being asked if she attended a Black Lives Matter (BLM) protest.
January 13, 2026
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Man accused of murdering dentist and wife arrested
Police arrested an Illinois vascular surgeon for allegedly murdering his ex-wife and her husband, a dentist, at their home in Ohio.
January 12, 2026
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Woman accused of running $11M dental fraud scam gets days in jail
A woman accused of operating a nearly $11 million scheme that defrauded dozens of patients was sentenced to days in jail.
January 12, 2026
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Imaging & CAD/CAM
This may indicate the severity of dental infections
This finding on computed tomography scans may predict dental infection severity and hospital outcomes.
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Marketing
Practical ways to market your dental practice using AI
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Hygiene Tools
Dr. Tom Giacobbi praises one of dentistry's unsung heroes
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Dentist accused of assaulting minor hit with more charges
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Orofacial Pain
Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists
More in Home
Is fluoride varnish worth it?
By Ava Barros
Discover key insights from recent research on caries reduction and the cost-effectiveness of fluoride varnishes.
February 17, 2026
Fluoride Mouth Guard
The self-compassion factor: What new research reveals about dental hygienist burnout
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Burnout isn't weakness. It's a system asking too much from dedicated dental professionals, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
February 17, 2026
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What to consider before selling your practice
By Ryan Mingus
Ryan Mingus of Tusk Practice Sales outlines a checklist to ensure a profitable, headache-free practice sale.
February 17, 2026
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New lawsuit claims permanent injury from implants
By Melissa Busch
A Florida dental practice is facing a $50,000 lawsuit over an allegedly botched implant procedure.
February 16, 2026
Dental Implant Money Oleg
Guess who's skipping dental care in the U.S.?
By Ava Barros
A recent study identifies three key factors pointing to why U.S. adults put off dental visits.
February 16, 2026
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IHS to cease using mercury amalgam
By Karie Neeley Anderson
The U.S. Indian Health Service is phasing out mercury amalgam by 2027, swapping it with heavy metal-free materials.
February 16, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for improving your calls to new patients
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
New-patient phone calls are an invaluable brand-building opportunity, says Dr. Roger P. Levin. Follow these steps to make every call count.
February 16, 2026
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U.S. charges reveal massive dental practice embezzlement
By Melissa Busch
An Illinois woman faces federal charges stemming from a staggering theft from her former employer.
February 13, 2026
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How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry
By Melissa Busch
With recent legislation and other developments, dentists should know the critical implications for patients taking buprenorphine, according to a new commentary.
February 13, 2026
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ADHA adopts policies affecting scope of practice, licensure, more
By Ava Barros
Ten new policies seek to expand hygienists' scope of practice, strengthen accreditation standards, and support workforce well-being, among others.
February 13, 2026
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Fake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested again
By Melissa Busch
An unqualified dental assistant was arrested again.
February 12, 2026
Woman Handcuffs
Dental romance: Risks and professional boundaries revealed
By Kevin Henry
An expert reviews the do's and don'ts of romantic relationships in dental offices, from patient interactions to team dynamics and professional conduct.
February 12, 2026
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