Melissa Busch

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Survey finds the right angles for a perfect jaw
Belgian researchers have identified angles that may help guide procedures that give women the ideal jaw shape.
August 22, 2023
Female Jaw Beauty
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Tuberculosis-tainted bone graft causes deadly infection in patient
Bone graft materials contaminated with tuberculosis were used in three dozen dental and medical procedures, causing infections in five people.
August 8, 2023
Dental Surgery
Regulatory Updates
Dermal filler inflammation may occur after dental procedures
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning that dermal fillers may lead to inflammation following dental procedures.
July 14, 2023
Filler Injection Needle
Oral Bacteria
Martial artist hopes to launch self-cleaning mouthguard soon
A martial artist hopes to bring a self-cleaning mouthguard case to market in the fall.
July 14, 2023
Mouthguard
Organized Dentistry
Week in Review: ADEA responds to U.S. Supreme Court | Possible dental therapy degree in Maine | Ultrasound for assessing alveolar bone loss
July 7, 2023
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Endodontics
Local anesthesia injection led to rare temporal muscle ossification in woman
A woman developed a very rare complication after receiving local anesthesia for root canal treatment.
June 29, 2023
The (A) panoramic x-ray after surgical treatment shows partial resection of the lesion and the coronoid process (arrow). A (B) clinical image of the resected lesion.
Legal Issues
3rd employee arrested in $6M pediatric dental fraud scheme
A third person has been charged in connection with a $6 million Medicaid fraud scheme at a dental practice in Texas.
June 15, 2023
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TMJ/TMD
TMD pain may be more common in veterans with war-related PTSD
Veterans with war-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may experience more signs of temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
June 15, 2023
Military Vet Man
Periodontics
Extra pounds may equal heftier gum disease treatment costs
Obese patients paid significantly more for periodontal treatments than those who were average weight regardless of disease severity, according to a study.
June 1, 2023
Scale Weight
Legal Issues
DSO Great Expressions rocked by cyberattack
Dental service organizations, most recently Great Expressions Dental Centers, have been hit by cybersecurity incidents.
May 22, 2023
Cyberattack Hacker
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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
Trial for dentist accused of covering up murder may be delayed
By Melissa Busch
Prosecutors want to postpone the trial of a Kentucky dentist accused of helping his son cover up the 2023 murder of a woman.
October 21, 2025
Wooden judge's gavel and gold justice scales rest on a wood desk next to legal documents.
Researchers work to improve mouth grafts
By Ava Barros
Researchers hope to grow oral tissue using reprogrammed stem cells, creating living grafts with blood vessels that closely mimic natural tissue.
October 21, 2025
Close-up of healthy teeth and pink gum tissue with gum recession affecting lower incisors.
An honest conversation on AI, staying authentic, and what comes next for dentistry
By Kevin Henry
On the Byte Sized Podcast, Adrian Lefler and DrBicuspid.com Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry discuss how you can use AI to amplify -- not replace -- expertise and creativity.
October 21, 2025
Two middle-aged men in video conference, one wearing glasses and headphones
Trial delayed for assistant accused of abusing pediatric patients
By Melissa Busch
The trial of a dental assistant accused of inappropriately touching and taking images of undressed pediatric patients has been delayed.
October 20, 2025
Wooden gavel, brass legal scales, and analog clock rest on a wooden surface, symbolizing legal time and justice.
Gum health, gestational diabetes may be linked
By Ava Barros
Women with gestational diabetes mellitus may have worse periodontal health, indicating a possible link between gum inflammation and the condition.
October 20, 2025
A doctor examines the circumference of a woman's belly during a prenatal checkup.
Are high blood pressure drugs the key to caries reduction?
By Melissa Busch
Some antihypertensive drugs may reduce the risk of dental caries, according to a study.
October 20, 2025
Blood pressure gauge is shown next to an orange prescription medication bottle.
Do’s and don’ts for motivating your team
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how dentist-owners can drive meaningful change within their teams.
October 20, 2025
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State trooper convicted of slaying dentist seeks new trial
By Melissa Busch
An ex-state trooper serving a life sentence without parole following his conviction for the murder of a dentist is seeking a new trial.
October 17, 2025
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AI may predict orthodontic extractions
By Ava Barros
AI models may help orthodontists develop more precise treatment plans, according to research published in BMC Oral Health.
October 17, 2025
Dental extraction forceps grip a white tooth against a white background.
What are the differences between a DSO vs. a DPO?
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi breaks down the differences between two acronyms that are impacting the dental industry in big ways.
October 17, 2025
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Evaluating dental practices during litigation: Beyond the sale
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
Dental partnership and employment disputes are costly and time-consuming. Written agreements are crucial for resolving these conflicts, writes Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA.
October 17, 2025
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Iowa dentist, charged with incompetence, surrenders license
By Clark Kauffman
A central Iowa dentist agreed to surrender her license after being charged with professional incompetence in the case of a patient who lost six teeth.
October 16, 2025
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