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Legal Issues
Oral surgeon sentenced for murdering patient turned girlfriend
A Maryland oral surgeon was sentenced on January 3 to a long prison term for the fatal overdose of his 25-year-old former patient turned girlfriend.
January 4, 2024
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Industry Updates
NIDCR director who oversaw 1st Surgeon General's report dies
A former U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) director died at his home on December 22.
January 4, 2024
Dr. Hal Slavkin. Image courtesy of the U.S. National Institues of Health.
Malpractice
Mich. dentist must pay $400K in malpractice case
Jurors in Michigan found a dentist negligent in a malpractice case and ordered him to pay his patient about $400,000.
January 3, 2024
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What were DrBicuspid’s top 10 stories of 2023?
DrBicuspid's 10 most read stories of 2023 include life-altering injuries, lawsuits, and other breaking news.
December 28, 2023
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Practice Trends
Hey dentists, people think you’re hot
Dentistry was considered one of the most attractive professions to men and women.
December 21, 2023
Handsome Dentist
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Dentist dies from noxious moonshine
A dentist in Kentucky died from drinking poisonous moonshine, prompting a police investigation to determine the source of the high-proof liquor.
December 20, 2023
Moonshine Shots
Legal Issues
Colo. dentist sued for more than $1M
A dentist and his Boulder, CO, practice have been sued for $1.36 million for breach of contract.
December 20, 2023
Lawsuit
Oral Bacteria
Researchers to tackle buprenorphine-related tooth problems
Researchers were awarded $1.4 million to eliminate dental problems that have been linked with the opioid use disorder medication buprenorphine.
December 19, 2023
Buprenorphine
TMJ/TMD
New guidance for chronic jaw pain released
A new recommendation for treating persistent temporomandibular joint pain was published on December 15 in BMJ.
December 18, 2023
Jaw Pain Woman
Industry Updates
AAO gives advice to SmileDirectClub customers
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has issued advice to customers of SmileDirectClub following the clear aligner company's abrupt closure.
December 18, 2023
Clear Aligner
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Legal Issues
U.S. charges reveal massive dental practice embezzlement
An Illinois woman faces federal charges stemming from a staggering theft from her former employer.
Buprenorphine
Regulatory Updates
How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry
Dental Hygienist Woman
Scope of Practice
ADHA adopts policies affecting scope of practice, licensure, more
Woman Handcuffs
Legal Issues
Fake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested again
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Dentist, wife found dead, 2 kids left unharmed
By Melissa Busch
After a dentist didn't show up for work, a wellness check revealed the clinician and his wife were fatally shot while their kids were unharmed.
January 5, 2026
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2nd dentist involved in patient death faces multiple disciplinary charges
By Clark Kauffman
An Iowa dentist accused of participating in a surgical procedure that ended with the patient’s death is now facing multiple disciplinary charges.
January 5, 2026
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U.S. dentists may be making lots of bad diagnoses
By Melissa Busch
Dentists in the U.S. admit they may make and observe many diagnostic errors, according to a new study.
January 5, 2026
Dentist Xray Computer
What you need to know about adolescents with TMD symptoms
By Ava Barros
Preteens and teens with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be more likely to experience psychological distress and chronic headaches, a new JADA study reports.
January 5, 2026
Young Man Holding Jaw
Forecasting what could lie ahead for dentistry in 2026
By Kevin Henry
Fluent's Jay Millikan digs into the 2026 outlook, from Medicare Advantage's impact on dental insurance to how practices can grow in a flat market.
January 5, 2026
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Sharper diagnosis through Acuity
By Dr. Chris Catalano
Can you get top-tier diagnostic accuracy without breaking the budget? Dr. Chris Catalano evaluates the Acuity Direct X-ray Photon Detection intraoral sensor.
January 5, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for bouncing back from adversity
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
If you’re feeling the economic pinch or if other events are impacting your practice, Dr. Roger P. Levin offers advice to help you push through.
January 5, 2026
Levin Practice Success Resized 400
Preventing gum disease by disrupting germ 'chatter'
By Ava Barros
Oral bacteria communicate, and researchers are disrupting how they “talk” to prevent gum disease.
January 2, 2026
Oral Bacteria
Differences in the standard of care vs. the standard of caring
By Kevin Henry
Technology, including AI, enhances patient care, but it won’t guarantee treatment acceptance. Dr. Paul Homoly explains why empathy and good communication remain key.
January 2, 2026
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
How to save big when selling your dental practice
By Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA
You can sell your dental practice via capital gains, but there are smarter planning strategies to save even more, writes Bruce Bryen, CPA, CVA.
January 2, 2026
Dental Practice Sale Saleem
Dr. Tom Giacobbi's social media advice for your dental practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi has some advice for your practice's social media strategy in 2026 in this installment of the "Just a Minute, Doc" series.
January 2, 2026
Just A Minute Doc 400
Board reinstates license of dentist convicted of being intoxicated at work
By Clark Kauffman
The dentist claimed he was "poisoned" by others while working.
December 30, 2025
Executive Board
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