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Office Management
4K affected by dental benefits firm data breach
Independent employee-owned dental benefits company Dental Health Services announced a data breach, which involved accidentally disclosing the private information of more than 4,500 members.
July 12, 2024
Cybersecurity Lock V2
Dental Practice
Dentists' debt-to-income ratios worse than other health workers
Though 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, 2024
Man Stressed Bills
Legal Issues
Man reaches $150K settlement over dentist's spoof Juneteenth fete
A 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, 2024
Agreement Legal Settlement
Implants
These nicotine products pose the most risk to implants
When it comes to nicotine-containing products, the ones that are the most detrimental to dental implants may be surprising.
July 11, 2024
Dentist Implant Demo Woman
Dental Practice
Want 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, 2024
Mansion Pool
Infection Control
At risk? At least 1 in 5 U.S. dental programs reuse healing caps
Some 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, 2024
Dental Implant Single Tooth
Legal Issues
Dental worker arrested at work with package of illegal drugs
A woman was arrested at a New York dental spa where she worked after receiving a shipment containing a half pound of drugs.
July 8, 2024
Handcuffs
X-Ray
Risk of osteoporosis may be visible in the mouth
Assessing bone mineral density on the sides of the jaw may help flag patients who are at risk for osteoporosis.
July 8, 2024
Panoramic Xray
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Too 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, 2024
Insomnia Young Woman
Legal Issues
Ex-dental college staffer sentenced for embezzlement
A former coordinator at a dental college in Georgia was sentenced for reportedly stealing more than $300,000 from her employer.
July 2, 2024
Gavel Money Lawsuit
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Glowing yellow-green heartbeat waveform with red endpoint on a dark blue grid background, signaling death.
Legal Issues
Police investigate patient death following dental cleaning
Police are investigating two cases in which one patient died and another went into cardiac arrest following dental cleanings.
Headshot of Dr. Marie Alejandrino Buell, founder and CEO of Dental Designs.
Smile Design
Why I keep saying yes: One dentist's story of a patient, a risk, and a tray of fruit
Cover image for The DrBicuspid.com Podcast, featuring a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.
Podcasts
Why a few bad Google reviews may actually help your dental practice
Police emergency vehicle lights flashing red and blue at night.
Legal Issues
Man accused of gunning down dentist dies in shootout with police
Metal handcuffs rest on top of a fingerprint identification card.
Legal Issues
Prosthodontist accused of running drug ‘party house’
More in Home
Dental Duets: A 4-generation perspective on dentistry, innovation, and AI
By Michael Ventriello
From dangerous beginnings to AI-driven innovation, Dr. Mark Whitefield reflects on dentistry's history and shares how clinicians can balance tech with patient-centered care.
January 12, 2026
A dentist reviews a scan on a desktop computer screen.
Do’s and don’ts for prioritizing continuing education
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Continuing education isn’t a box to check. Dr. Roger P. Levin guides you on getting strategic about sharpening your skills through CE.
January 12, 2026
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin of Levin Group.
More details emerge involving the death of dentist and wife
By Melissa Busch
Some details have emerged since a dentist and his wife were found shot to death at their home in Ohio more than a week ago.
January 9, 2026
Law enforcement professional reviewing case files with police badge visible.
Dentist with long disciplinary history, now 79, agrees to surrender his license
By Clark Kauffman
A Fort Dodge, IA, dentist is repeatedly accused of taking patients’ medications.
January 9, 2026
Two business professionals review a document.
Tooth loss may affect thinking
By Ava Barros
Tooth loss may be tied to cognitive decline in older adults, possibly harming brain regions involving memory, even if good nutrition is maintained.
January 9, 2026
A dental panoramic x-ray showing a human jaw, with missing teeth.
The economic and legislative shifts shaping practice sales
By Ryan Mingus
In a turbulent economic market, Ryan Mingus of Tusk Practice Sales lays out how some practices are preparing for a high-value sale.
January 9, 2026
US Capitol building with American flag waving.
Tech adoption in dentistry: Partnership wins
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Tech adoption fails when manufacturers ignore real practice conditions, says Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Learn what contributes to a successful implementation.
January 9, 2026
Modern dental operatory with computer monitors, overhead lights and a magnifier.
Dentists, practice sued over death of 9-year-old patient
By Melissa Busch
The mother of a 9-year-old girl who died after dental surgery has filed a lawsuit against the practice and several dentists.
January 8, 2026
Wooden judge's gavel and brass legal scales next to legal documents.
Did you know this has a positive effect on kids' oral health?
By Ava Barros
Children with good oral hygiene habits shared these characteristics, reports a study in BMC Oral Health.
January 8, 2026
A girl carefully measures toothpaste on a toothbrush.
Is your AI dental receptionist failing? Here’s how to fix the real problem
By Danielle Caplain
Your AI receptionist works perfectly, except it's not delivering results. Danielle Caplain offers strategies on achieving a harmonious balance with AI and staff.
January 8, 2026
A dental office receptionist smiles while answering the phone.
Dr. Tom Giacobbi's scheduling hacks for your practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Make your days smoother and your mind calmer with these scheduling hacks from Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
January 8, 2026
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Dentist arrested for assault, unlawful restraint
By Melissa Busch
A dentist was arrested for allegedly physically and sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman and restraining her.
January 7, 2026
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