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Dental Education
Dental Integrators Association aids dental IT management
As dental practices acquire a growing array of expensive high-tech equipment and U.S. deadlines for implementing electronic health records loom, a new trade group is focusing on helping dentists integrate their computer networks.
November 21, 2010
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Insurance
Mass. auditor says dentists abusing Medicaid program
The Massachusetts state auditor reported today that excessive, unnecessary, and even potentially fraudulent claims for dental services are costing the state Medicaid program millions of dollars annually.
November 16, 2010
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Dental Education
CareCredit accused of conspiracy in Fla. insurance fraud case
A federal lawsuit has been filed against CareCredit and a Florida dental clinic on behalf of 20 patients who say they were overcharged for procedures by the clinic and that CareCredit refused to investigate their complaints.
November 3, 2010
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Whitening
NJDA sues tanning salons over whitening
The issue of teeth whitening -- and who has the right to offer it -- is at the center of a lawsuit filed by the New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA) against a tanning salon chain that offers the service.
November 1, 2010
2009 12 03 14 54 58 936 Smile 70
Dental Education
Scientific misconduct: A sign of the times?
Scientific misconduct is widespread in clinical, pharmacological, and medical research, according to a review in the Journal of Dental Research, and researchers say the problem often stems from competition for funding and academic pressures.
October 28, 2010
2010 10 29 12 50 56 803 Ethics 70
Restorations
Calif. city council favors banning dental amalgam
Costa Mesa, CA, has become the first U.S. city to call for a ban on dental amalgam, urging federal and state agencies to eliminate it altogether.
October 26, 2010
2009 05 08 10 08 04 205 Amalgam Tooth Question 70
3D Printing
CarieScan challenges fluorescence caries detectors
A caries detection device developed in Scotland uses electronic impedance spectroscopy to achieve fewer false positives and greater accuracy than competing systems, according to the manufacturer.
October 20, 2010
2010 10 21 12 54 54 726 Carie Scan 70
Home
Can John Stamos improve dentistry's image?
Heartthrob John Stamos sinks his teeth into a plum role as a dentist on the hit TV show "Glee." Could his portrayal influence the way dental practitioners are often portrayed in the media?
October 14, 2010
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Restorations
Fluoridation debate nowhere near resolution
Despite a wealth of scientific evidence that water fluoridation reduces caries, controversy continues regarding its long-term health effects.
October 14, 2010
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Insurance
W.Va. dental association wary of Medicaid switch
The West Virginia Dental Association is denouncing plans to have HMOs and third-party administrators run the state's Medicaid program for children's dental services, saying it will mean less money for those most in need.
October 12, 2010
2009 05 27 13 52 13 808 Girl Pain 70
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After 6 malpractice claims, dentist is sanctioned a 3rd time, once his license expires
A former West Des Moines, IA, dentist who has been sued six times for medical malpractice has been sanctioned for the third time by the Iowa Dental Board.
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Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam
By Melissa Busch
A dental clinic manager was sentenced for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme in which bribes were paid to refer Medicaid-insured children to the Texas dental practice where he was employed.
November 14, 2024
Gavel Scale Justice
NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior
By Melissa Busch
The director of the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has been on paid administrative leave for eight months while her alleged behavior is being investigated.
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Things that affect patients' access to dental care
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A new report highlights that improving oral health requires understanding the specific needs and barriers faced by underserved populations.
November 14, 2024
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Addressing bullying in your dental practice
By Lisa Lash
Employees who refuse to change their behavior or comply with standards have no place in your dental practice, Lisa Lash writes. Here's how to address bullying behavior in your workplace.
November 14, 2024
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'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Researchers have unveiled a smart wearable dental brace that captures never-before-seen in-mouth data that may lead to breakthrough treatments for conditions like bruxism and motor impairments.
November 14, 2024
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Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA
By Kevin Henry
In the hopes of raising awareness for other dental practices, compliance expert Linda Harvey shares what caused a New England practice to recently be handed a stiff U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fine.
November 14, 2024
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VOC exposure linked to periodontitis
By Ava Barros
Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
November 13, 2024
Industrial Emissions Mark
5 reasons why now is the time for annual planning in your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
As we near the end of 2024, annual planning is a crucial practice for dental offices aiming to thrive in a competitive, ever-evolving landscape. Here's why and how to make it happen in your practice.
November 13, 2024
Staff Meeting Jacob Lund
Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin
By Dr. Jorge F. Zapata
In this case study, Dr. Jorge F. Zapata explains how he used immediate dentin sealing and a resin coating technique to achieve a functional and aesthetic restoration.
November 13, 2024
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Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes
By Melissa Busch
Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.
November 13, 2024
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A smart hack for an implant-supported denture
By Ava Barros
A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.
November 13, 2024
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Dentist arrested for inappropriate contact with patients
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of engaging in inappropriate conduct with patients has been arrested, according to police.
November 12, 2024
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