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Malpractice
Dentist accused of pulling patient's wrong teeth gets sued
A patient has sued a dentist for negligence and fraudulent concealment.
May 30, 2024
Lawsuit Attorney Gavel Scale
Legal Issues
Court affirms decision to pull license of 'hoverboard' dentist
The Alaska Supreme Court upheld a decision to revoke the license of a dentist who was famously filmed pulling a sedated woman's tooth while riding a hoverboard.
May 29, 2024
Hoverboard
Practice Trends
How busy are dentists? The answer may surprise you.
Data from the ADA Health Policy Institute revealed the busyness of dentists in the U.S.
May 29, 2024
Dental Team Masks
Home
Dentist saves woman overdosing near dumpster
A dentist saved the life of a woman he found unresponsive near a dumpster.
May 28, 2024
Ambulance
Patient Communication
Study: Clear aligners aren't making patients smile
Patients' social media posts about clear aligner therapy range from positive to negative once they begin treatment, according to a new study.
May 23, 2024
Clear Aligner
Legal Issues
Dental manager indicted for major fraud, unlicensed dentistry
A dental practice manager was indicted for allegedly committing Medicaid fraud and pulling a patient's tooth without having a dental license.
May 22, 2024
Gavel Scale Justice
Legal Issues
Ex-dental manager sentenced for embezzlement
A former office manager at a pediatric dental practice who was accused of embezzling from her employer was sentenced.
May 20, 2024
Gavel Money Lawsuit
Pediatrics
Technique corrected child's crossbite without orthodontics
A simple technique corrected a child's misaligned teeth without orthodontic appliances or treatment, according to a case report.
May 20, 2024
Baby Bottle
Restorations
These materials show promise for filling dental defects
Two materials showed potential as effective bone fillers for treating tooth defects, according to a new study.
May 18, 2024
Dental Surgeon Operation
Legal Issues
Dental assistant accused of abusing pediatric patients
A dental assistant was arrested for allegedly inappropriately touching pediatric patients during dental x-ray exams at a practice.
May 17, 2024
Handcuffs
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Discipline Employee
Legal Issues
Dentist cited for unnecessary, expensive treatments to keep his license
An Iowa dentist charged with repeatedly performing expensive, unnecessary dental procedures on patients will retain his license.
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Podcasts
Transforming dental office managers into COOs
Dentist Counsel Patient
Smile Design
Clinical tip: The 'why now?' question that can help you close cases
Dentist Installing Aligner Karrastock
Orthodontics
What is coming for clear aligners in 2026 and beyond?
Woman Headphones Smartphone Pheelings Media
Patient Communication
It's time to tackle the dental misinformation epidemic
More in Home
Dental teams don't want to do mental health screenings
By Ava Barros
While many dental professionals support mental health screening in dental settings positively, only a minority are willing to put it into practice, according to a BMC Oral Health study.
August 4, 2025
Dentist Consult Patient Zamrznuti Tonovi
Is dental hygiene really a stable profession?
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Dental hygiene remains a stable, rewarding career ... if supported by the right environment, personal growth, and advocacy, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Success depends on navigating challenges, avoiding burnout, and embracing career development.
August 4, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for building a successful small group practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Adding new practices comes with financial, management, and logistical risks that dentist-owners should carefully weigh, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
August 4, 2025
Levin Practice Success 400
Man arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb a DSO practice
By Melissa Busch
A man was arrested for allegedly threatening to leave a pipe bomb at a dental service organization (DSO) practice.
August 1, 2025
Emergency Response
Which U.S. states will pay the most without fluoridated water?
By Melissa Busch
Dental care costs are estimated to skyrocket over five years due to the removal of fluoride from public water systems, with some states getting hit harder than others.
August 1, 2025
Dollars Dental Tools Adragan
Triple whammy: Why NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics don't mix in your dental chair
By Aubrey Glassberg, Dr. Lisa Chan
Dr. Lisa Chan and Aubrey Glassberg detail a scenario that plays out often in dental offices nationwide, highlighting a dangerous drug interaction.
August 1, 2025
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Polish with precision: A clinical perspective on Shofu’s OneGloss system
By Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty
Composite dental restorations have revolutionized dentistry and transformed smiles. But clinicians must strike the right balance between functionality and aesthetics. Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty of Catapult Education relates her clinical experience with the Shofu OneGloss PS Polishing System.
August 1, 2025
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Teen dies after becoming unresponsive at the dentist
By Melissa Busch
A 17-year-old girl died at a hospital days after becoming unresponsive during a procedure at a dental practice in Illinois.
July 31, 2025
Emergency Robert Hainer
Should BMS be considered a neurological disorder?
By Ava Barros
Patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS) may have increased intracranial pressure, suggesting BMS may be a neurological condition, reports a recent study.
July 31, 2025
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Why is it so hard to work in a dental practice?
By Lisa Newburger
How do dental teams handle the tricky stuff: the conflicts, power dynamics, and communication breakdowns that make a job feel overwhelming? Lisa Newburger shares some thoughts.
July 31, 2025
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on the new dental patient exam
By Kevin Henry
In this Just a Minute, Doc video, Dr. Tom Giacobbi focuses on the necessary steps involved in conducting a successful new patient exam.
July 31, 2025
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Dentist guilty of murdering wife with drugged shakes
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of poisoning his wife to death in 2023 by lacing her protein shakes with cyanide and a chemical found in over-the-counter eyedrops has been found guilty.
July 30, 2025
Gavel Lady Of Justice Studio East
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