Melissa Busch

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Legal Issues
Patient data possibly stolen in cyberattack on Aspen Dental
Patient personal data may have been taken in a ransomware attack on TAG - The Aspen Group’s dental service organization Aspen Dental.
February 23, 2024
Cyber Crime Unlock
Implants
Woman’s smile transformation comes with an unexpected glow up
A woman revealed in her now-viral TikTok video how her new dental implants have really lit up her life.
February 22, 2024
Image courtesy of beyonceibnidas/TikTok.
Endodontics
Endodontics Insider: Root canal failure leads to teen’s facial depression
From fascinating case reports to upcoming events, DrBicuspid has the most up-to-date stories about endodontics, including techniques that may improve patient treatments, in this week’s Insider.
February 21, 2024
Melissa Busch.
Endodontics
Root canal failure leads to teen’s facial depression
Unsuccessful endodontic treatment led to an infection, resulting in a large defect that formed a depression on a 19-year-old’s face.
February 21, 2024
Asymptomatic decrease on the facial skin surface without any pigmentation or pus. All images courtesy of Mahlobi et al/Int J Surg Case Rep.
Endodontics
AR may be the key to better endodontic treatment
Using an augmented reality (AR) head-mounted device to display a dynamic navigation system in a surgical site may be a practical way to remove fiber posts in endodontically treated teeth.
February 21, 2024
Vr Headset
Legal Issues
Man attacks patient at dental office in Mass.
A 29-year-old man was arrested after starting a fight with a man sitting inside a dental practice waiting room in Massachusetts.
February 20, 2024
Handcuffs Fingerprinting
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Trial of rinse that controls bleeding during procedures to begin
Hyloris Pharmaceuticals has enrolled the first patient in a phase III trial for its oral rinse that controls bleeding during and after dental procedures.
February 20, 2024
Mouthwash Man Rinse
Oral Bacteria
Toke on? Smoking marijuana may not raise caries risk
Smoking marijuana may not increase a person’s risk of developing caries, according to a large U.S. study.
February 19, 2024
Marijuana Joint Smoking
Public Health
Oral health problems costing U.S. adults more than their teeth
Untreated dental disease and orofacial pain are hurting more than the teeth of U.S. adults.
February 19, 2024
Tooth Pain Woman
Restorations
Size may matter when it comes to dental post survival
A new study reveals the dental post space preparation needed to improve the survival probability of post and core restorations.
February 14, 2024
Tooth Filling
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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
Periodontitis may subtly damage the brain
By Ava Barros
People with gum disease may be more likely to have cerebral small vessel disease, a neurological condition with an increased risk of stroke and dementia.
November 12, 2025
Medical brain scan showing red blood vessels in side profile against translucent skull.
Clinical tip: How single-visit dental implant crowns are now possible
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Juergen Langenbach shares his experience beta-testing the Katana Zirconia One For Implant by Kuraray Noritake Dental.
November 12, 2025
Promotional image of the YouTube Just A Minute, Doc series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Dentist accused of ‘gross incompetence’ surrenders license
By Melissa Busch
A dentist suspended indefinitely in 2024 due to “gross incompetence and ignorance in the practice of dentistry” has surrendered his license to practice.
November 11, 2025
Close-up of microphones on a wooden conference table.
There may be a link between obesity and oral health habits
By Ava Barros
Could belly fat hurt oral health? A new study links it to poor brushing, flossing, and tooth decay.
November 11, 2025
Close-up of a man's belly.
Podcast: Dental team costs are rising. What does that mean for dentists?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental labor costs are projected to jump. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, shares her tips on maximizing the ROI on your practice's most important asset.
November 11, 2025
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast logo featuring a masked cartoon dentist and a microphone.
Dental surgeon spots rare anatomical detail in Shroud of Turin
By Karie Neeley Anderson
An oral surgeon viewing the Shroud of Turin says there is an astonishing detail captured in the linen burial cloth.
November 10, 2025
Sepia-toned painting of the Shroud of Turin.
Caries, gum disease may be tied to increased stroke risk
By Ava Barros
Merging dental care into routine medical assessments and promoting good hygiene habits may reduce stroke risk across the population, a study suggests.
November 10, 2025
Medical illustration of a human brain.
Podcast: A dental executive's view on the current and future states of dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Joe Talanges, the president and chief operating officer of GC America, joins the podcast to share his insights into dentistry's most pressing issues.
November 10, 2025
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast logo featuring a masked cartoon dentist and a microphone.
Do’s and don’ts for offsetting inflation
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Insulate your dental practice from inflation and ensure healthy margins with these tips from Dr. Roger P. Levin.
November 10, 2025
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin.
What you need to know about anemia, caries in kids
By Ava Barros
Children with iron deficiency anemia had more than triple the odds of developing caries versus kids without the condition.
November 7, 2025
Close-up of a dental explorer and mirror in a child's mouth.
What users are saying about 3D printing in dentistry
By Ava Barros
Dental professionals believe 3D printing is more accurate than traditional methods but have concerns about its biocompatibility and resin toxicity.
November 7, 2025
Dark gray 3D-printed part positioned on a white platform of a resin 3D printer.
Dr. Tom Giacobbi's advice for new dental employees
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice for those new dental team members and how to ensure they get off to a great start in your practice.
November 7, 2025
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
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