Melissa Busch

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Infection Control
What dental teams need to know about scarlet fever
Dental teams should know the symptoms of scarlet fever, since they may be the first to notice the early orofacial signs.
April 18, 2023
A patient with scarlet fever and a (A) sandpaper-like skin rash on the back and (B) a strawberry-like appearance of the tongue.
Orofacial Pain
A sticky way to combat 3rd-molar surgery complications
Kinesiology tape and the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be the key to treating postoperative complications after wisdom tooth surgery.
April 17, 2023
The taping method used on one of the third-molar extraction patients.
TMJ/TMD
50% of endodontic patients with toothaches had TMDs
About half of those who sought root canal treatment for a painful tooth had temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs), according to a study.
April 14, 2023
Woman Dentist Toothache
CBCT
CBCT aids in surgical removal of rare nasally impacted mesiodens
Imaging helped clinicians use a novel surgical technique to remove a rare nasally impacted extra tooth in a 13-year-old boy.
April 5, 2023
A CBCT scan shows the teen’s nasally impacted tooth.
Smile Design
More patients fret that dental implants may make them itch
More U.S. patients worry they could experience skin hypersensitivity due to an allergic reaction to nickel and other metals used in medical devices, including dental implants.
March 29, 2023
Implant 3 D2
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Legal Issues
Dental student, fiancé killed in accident
An engaged couple's future was shattered in seconds by a tragedy.
A woman dental patient has her eyes closed and has black headphones placed over her ears.
Orofacial Pain
This treatment may hit the right chord for 3rd-molar surgery
A woman sitting in a dental chair has a serious expression on her face while a dentist, who is in the foreground, talks to her.
Patient Communication
Onions, QR codes, and 'Your tongue loves me.' Turn-offs that cost you dental patients.
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast logo featuring a masked cartoon dentist, a microphone, and sound wave graphics.
Podcasts
Why more dentists are partnering with DSOs, and 2 mistakes to avoid
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Legal Issues
Police investigate patient death following dental cleaning
More in Home
Opinion: Why dentists should prioritize open data
By Rick Garofolo
Dentistry is trailing medicine in data interoperability because of technical barriers and competition, and it's hindering care and efficiency, writes Rick Garofolo.
October 15, 2025
A dentist looks at his smartphone.
Kid hospitalized for not eating, drinking after dental surgery
By Melissa Busch
A child was hospitalized after refusing to eat, drink, or even swallow saliva for a week following dental surgery, according to a case report.
October 14, 2025
A young patient rests in a hospital bed. In the foreground is an IV unit.
Got oral pain, inflammation? Maybe it's CBD to the rescue
By Ava Barros
A recently published review reported significant reductions in chronic orofacial pain, post-op dental pain, TMD, and bruxism.
October 14, 2025
Glass pipette with CBD oil dripping into a brown glass bottle.
RCM, integration fuel DSO growth at ADSO Next Level
By Beth Gaddis
Andrew Smith, CEO of the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO), opens up on several topics before the ADSO Next Level Conference, November 5-7.
October 14, 2025
Headshot of Andrew Smith, CEO of ADSO.
New details emerge about dentist facing suit over patient death
By Melissa Busch
New information has emerged concerning an oral surgeon facing a lawsuit and possible disciplinary action in the death of a patient.
October 13, 2025
A woman's hand holds a magnifying glass in front of papers, signifying an investigation.
Dentists aren’t feeling great about this situation
By Melissa Busch
Dentists are having mixed feelings about dentistry and more.
October 13, 2025
Dental tools rest on $100 bills, suggesting healthcare costs or medical expenses.
A new cavity-fighter that ditches silver in the works
By Ava Barros
Researchers have created a zinc-based compound to fight caries that may be comparable to silver diamine fluoride without permanently staining teeth.
October 13, 2025
A dental professional applies fluoride to a child's teeth.
Looking back, moving forward: A reflection for National Dental Hygiene Month
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
During National Dental Hygiene Month, Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, advises hygienists to reflect on their purpose and turn their insights into transformative care for patients.
October 13, 2025
Headshot of Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH.
Do’s and don’ts for improving your case presentation
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Master the art of case presentation with these expert tips from Dr. Roger P. Levin that will boost patient acceptance.
October 13, 2025
Headshot of Dr. Roger P. Levin.
The most frequent dental mistake in the U.S. may surprise you
By Melissa Busch
A study in the Journal of the American Dental Association ranks the most frequently occurring dental errors in a large U.S. healthcare system.
October 10, 2025
Modern dental chair with blue and white upholstery and medical equipment.
This toothbrush may clean teeth better
By Ava Barros
A basic electric toothbrush may effectively reduce plaque and gingivitis better than a manual toothbrush, reports a Journal of Dental Hygiene study.
October 10, 2025
Close-up of white teeth being brushed with an electric toothbrush.
Podcast: AI and dental journalism -- what comes next?
By Kevin Henry
Kevin Henry and Dr. Chris Smiley discuss AI's impact on dental publishing, from leveraging AI for content creation to ensuring accuracy.
October 10, 2025
Headshot of Dr. Chris Smiley.
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