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Legal Issues
Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam
A dental clinic manager was sentenced for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme in which bribes were paid to refer Medicaid-insured children to the Texas dental practice where he was employed.
November 14, 2024
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Legal Issues
NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior
The director of the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has been on paid administrative leave for eight months while her alleged behavior is being investigated.
November 14, 2024
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Smile Design
Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes
Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.
November 13, 2024
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Legal Issues
Dentist arrested for inappropriate contact with patients
A dentist accused of engaging in inappropriate conduct with patients has been arrested, according to police.
November 12, 2024
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Dentures
Ingested denture required 2 surgeries, months of recovery for man
A man unknowingly swallowed his partial denture, causing an abnormal connection between his esophagus and trachea that required him to undergo two surgeries and eight months of recovery.
November 12, 2024
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Regulatory Updates
Trump expected to end water fluoridation in 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said President-elect Donald Trump will recommend in January that fluoride be removed from public water systems.
November 11, 2024
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Legal Issues
Dental assistant accused of smuggling $1.5M in drugs
A dental assistant was arrested at an airport in Taiwan for allegedly smuggling more than $1.5 million worth of marijuana in her checked suitcase.
November 8, 2024
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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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Legal Issues
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
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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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Legal Issues
Man accused of gunning down dentist dies in shootout with police
A loose tooth sparked a deadly confrontation that ended in tragedy and bloodshed.
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Legal Issues
Prosthodontist accused of running drug ‘party house’
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Pediatrics
This may have a positive effect on adult oral health
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Patient Communication
Why is Mom still making the dental appointment?
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Privacy
Dentist to pay to settle U.S. privacy allegations
More in Home
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
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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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Do you know how well CAD/CAM dental restorations survive?
By Ava Barros
Ceramic restorations made with CAD/CAM show strong longevity, suggesting the technology can boost the durability and survival of dental restorations.
February 12, 2026
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How dental assistants can take better x-rays every time
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Train your dental assistants to take high-quality dental x-rays consistently using these proven techniques from Janet Simpson, RDA.
February 12, 2026
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Identifying early caries may be possible with this x-ray model
By Ava Barros
A new detection model used on panoramic x-rays may offer improved accuracy and precision in identifying early-stage caries.
February 12, 2026
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Case study: 25-year-old man with mandibular lesion
By Dr. Juan F. Yepes
A 25-year-old asymptomatic man was referred to the oral surgeon by his dentist because of a "lesion" on the left side of his posterior mandible. Challenge yourself with this DrBicuspid case study.
February 12, 2026
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Dentist gets probation for unnecessarily treating healthy patients
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of manipulating patients with false diagnoses has been sanctioned.
February 11, 2026
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