Melissa Busch

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Dentist arrested for soliciting undercover cop faces suspension

The Arizona dental board moved to suspend the license of a dentist arrested for luring a minor for sexual exploitation.

November 18, 2025

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DSO, oral surgeon sued after 33-year-old dies following tooth pull

The family of a man who died following a tooth extraction is suing an oral surgeon, a dental service organization (DSO), and the practice where the procedure was performed.

November 17, 2025

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Sleep apnea significantly ups the risk of psychiatric disorders

Obstructive sleep apnea may significantly raise the risk of developing psychiatric disorders, specifically depression and anxiety.

November 17, 2025

State trooper convicted of killing dentist won’t get new trial

A former Pennsylvania state trooper who is serving a life sentence without parole for the murder of a dentist lost his bid for a new trial.

November 14, 2025

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Dentist cleared of abuse charge

A dentist accused in 2024 of threatening and physically abusing a child under the age of 16 had all charges dropped against him.

November 13, 2025

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Dentist calls police on patient over shunned AI technology

A periodontist called police on a dental patient after she allegedly did not consent to using an AI note-taking program during her visit.

November 12, 2025

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Dentist accused of ‘gross incompetence’ surrenders license

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

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Ban kids from parents’ dental visits? Dentists chime in

Dentists share their thoughts after kids were banned for misbehaving during their mother's teeth cleaning.

November 6, 2025

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Patients may be depressed, but it may be great for their gums

Taking antidepressants may reduce the risk of developing gum disease, especially the most severe forms of gum inflammation.

November 5, 2025

Gum disease may leave you itching

Patients with gum disease may face double the risk of developing atopic dermatitis, the chronic skin condition often referred to as eczema that causes red, itchy skin.

November 4, 2025

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This may indicate the severity of dental infections

This finding on computed tomography scans may predict dental infection severity and hospital outcomes.

Practical ways to market your dental practice using AI

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Dr. Tom Giacobbi praises one of dentistry's unsung heroes

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Dentist accused of assaulting minor hit with more charges

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Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists

Ex-employee accused of stealing nearly $500K from practice

By Melissa Busch

A former employee at a West Virginia dental practice is accused of embezzling more than $463,000 from her employer.

January 28, 2026

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Loose teeth? This therapy may help

Among teeth with mild baseline mobility, 71.2% became clinically stable, while 86.3% of teeth with moderate mobility improved to a lower mobility class.

January 28, 2026

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Helping a gunshot victim regain his smile

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

After surviving a gunshot wound to the face and years without answers, John Doe received reconstructive care from Dr. Safa Tahmasebi, who restored the man's smile.

January 28, 2026

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ADHD may affect orthodontic treatment

By Melissa Busch

Patients with ADHD may be at greater risk of orthodontic treatment problems and reduced behavioral cooperation.

January 28, 2026

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Dental assistant sues dental staffing firm over background check

By Melissa Busch

A dental assistant has filed a class-action suit against dental staffing firm Cloud Dentistry.

January 27, 2026

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Water fluoridation not linked to lower birth weight

“Our findings provide reassurance about the safety of community water fluoridation during pregnancy,” said the study's authors.

January 27, 2026

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Mental health in dentistry and how one state is tackling it

Dr. Matthew Korn shares his personal recovery journey and how the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use has changed.

January 27, 2026

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Employee accused of stealing large sum from dental practice

By Melissa Busch

An employee was arrested on January 20 for allegedly stealing $57,000 from the dental practice where she worked.

January 26, 2026

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Disordered eating, obesity, and teeth: What you need to know

Severe obesity and eating disorders may increase the risk of dental disease, and oral healthcare professionals are in a unique position to help.

January 26, 2026

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Why medical-dental integration keeps failing, Part 1

By Michael Ventriello

In this Dental Duets column with Michael Ventriello, Eva Allan reveals why medical-dental collaboration stalls and what must change to improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.

January 26, 2026

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Do’s and don’ts for increasing practice production

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Your inactive patients make up nearly a quarter of your patient base. Dr. Roger P. Levin explains how to easily bring them back.

January 26, 2026

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Dentist charged with distributing drugs

By Melissa Busch

A dentist was arrested for allegedly ordering prescription drugs for his personal use in violation of drug distribution laws.

January 23, 2026

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