Dr. Michael W. Davis[email protected]Orofacial PainDental Sedation Death and Injuries: Part 2 -- SolutionsIn the first part of this series, Dr. Michael W. Davis discussed the need for more awareness of and attention to dental sedation. In the conclusion, he offers some solutions to the most pressing issues and advocates for necessary change.November 3, 2014Orofacial PainDental Sedation Death and Injuries: Part 1 -- PerspectivesIn his latest series for DrBicuspid.com, Dr. Michael W. Davis focuses on injuries and death that result from dental sedation incidents and how the profession can work together to limit the risks. In this first part, he looks at the reporting, monitoring, and reimbursement status of sedation.October 27, 2014HomeDistortions in the DMF index generated by changing paradigms in dentistryIn his latest column, Dr. Michael W. Davis examines how the rapid change in dental technology is influencing DMF index studies and the implications for dentists and dentistry as a whole.September 23, 2014InsuranceScams played on dentists: Part 3 -- The insurance industryIn the final part of this series, Dr. Michael W. Davis details some of the ways dentists and dental offices are vulnerable to scams. This part discusses the insurance industry and concludes the series on the scams played on dentists.August 12, 2014HomeScams played on dentists: Part 2 -- Consultants and practice brokersIn the second of a three-part series, Dr. Michael W. Davis details some of the ways dentists and dental offices are vulnerable to scams. This part discusses unethical practice management consultants and practice brokers.August 5, 2014Office ManagementScams played on dentists: Part 1In a new three-part series, Dr. Michael W. Davis details some of the ways dentists and dental offices are vulnerable to scams. This first part will introduce the series and discuss embezzlement and scams that are played on vulnerable employee dentists.July 29, 2014InsurancePraise for prosecutors: Ind. attorney general sets high standardIn this Second Opinion, Dr. Michael W. Davis analyzes the impact of the recent charges filed by the Indiana attorney general against principles and employees of a dental practice. Dr. Davis hopes this criminal case sets a template for future investigations and prosecutions of dental Medicaid fraud nationally.April 8, 2014InsuranceAnalysis of ADC vs. Texas Health and Human Services CommissionWhy should anyone care about a dental Medicaid ruling from an administrative law court in Travis County in Texas? Not just because it potentially involves millions of taxpayer dollars, but also because public record disclosure revealed mechanisms for defrauding taxpayers.March 5, 2014Legal IssuesA case of counterfeit dental materialsThe federal case against a person convicted of counterfeiting dental materials highlights the need for dental practitioners to be aware that the materials you purchase might not be all that meets the eye.February 19, 2014InsuranceThe changing landscape of dental Medicaid: Part 2In the first of this two-part series, Dr. Michael W. Davis explained how the present degree of dental Medicaid fraud, waste, and abuse is slowly changing. He continues with an examination of certain practices, then itemizes things to watch for when considering becoming involved in a practice that includes the Medicaid market.January 8, 2014Previous PagePage 3 of 4Next PageTop StoriesOral-Systemic LinkOral biomarkers may screen for cervical cancer in the futureHPV, cervical cancer, or pregnancy terminations may alter women's vaginal and oral microbial communities, suggesting that oral biomarkers may aid in screening for these conditions. The study was published recently in the Journal of Translational Medicine.Vulnerable PopulationsOne dentist's treatment advice for a geriatric patient with dementiaInvisible AlignersWhite spot lesions are common in adolescent aligner patientsDSODSO M&A: Red flags for dental practice buyers and sellersSponsor ContentWhat dental technologies deliver the greatest practice revenue opportunities?