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Dentist in Calif. dies while treating patient
A dentist in California died suddenly during a patient's routine hygiene visit.
January 8, 2024
Heart Attack Disease 3 D
Imaging & CAD/CAM
10 most interesting stories of the decade
DrBicuspid explores our 10 most interesting stories published during the last decade.
January 8, 2024
The DentalSlim Diet Control weight-loss device. Image courtesy of the University of Otago.
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
Jail Hands
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
Panoramic Xray
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
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Legal Issues
Court upholds conviction of dentist serving 75-year sentence
A dentist's 75-year sentence stands firm after a failed appeal challenge.
A woman dental hygienist holds a hand up to her forehead. The image illustrates work fatigue and burnout.
Dental Education
These factors affect burnout in dentistry
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Marketing
Beyond Google: 2 new ad platforms every dental practice should be watching
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Legal Issues
Dentist accused of touching staff makes plea deal
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Brain
What you may not know about gum disease, cognitive functioning
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Dentist disciplined after patient swallows dental file
By Melissa Busch
A dentist reportedly skipped one protective step during a root canal, leading to state discipline.
September 24, 2026
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How much ibuprofen is too much? Tom Viola on dentistry's most common pain medication question.
By Kevin Henry
Tom Viola, RPh, breaks down a new combo pain reliever's dosing and addresses dentistry's ongoing "how much is too much" debate.
September 24, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi reveals what he wished he knew as a young dentist
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares three pieces of advice he wishes he had known when he was launching his practice.
September 24, 2026
Promotional image of the Just A Minute, Doc, YouTube series with Dr. Tom Giacobbi.
Phage therapy may show promise against periodontal disease bacteria
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Could using a virus to attack periodontal bacteria effectively fight gum disease?
September 24, 2026
3D scientific illustration of bacteria and viral particles on teeth.
Where dentists stand on antibiotics for arthroplasty patients
By Melissa Busch
Dentists and surgeons appear to be divided on antibiotic protection for joint replacement patients undergoing dental work.
September 24, 2026
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What you need to know about the cleanliness of your dental unit waterlines
By Kevin Henry
In this DrBicuspid.com Podcast episode, learn what happens inside dental waterlines and why consistency is critical.
September 24, 2026
The DrBicuspid.com Podcast promotional logo graphic featuring a microphone and a masked cartoon dentist.
What those ages 18 to 21 need to know about gum disease
By Melissa Busch
Gum disease may signal a hidden health problem before young adults know it.
September 23, 2026
A male dentist talks to a young woman sitting in a dental chair.
New data show a wide gap between what dental practices think they're collecting and reality
By Kevin Henry
A new Wisdom survey reveals a confidence gap in dental billing: Most practices have red flags, and nearly 70% prefer AI plus human oversight.
September 23, 2026
Dental tools rest on top of $100 bills.
Ozempic is on the dental patient's health history. Now what?
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
When GLP-1 medications appear on a patient health history, dental professionals must ask sharper clinical questions.
September 23, 2026
Headshot of Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, DrBicuspid's hygiene editor.
Patient portals: You built them. Your patients ignore them. Here's why.
By Kevin Henry
Take our short survey on what's working with patient portals, what isn't, and what dentists need from vendors.
September 23, 2026
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Oral surgeon dies in freak accident
By Melissa Busch
An Idaho oral surgeon is remembered for decades of patient care and humanitarian work following a tragic accident.
September 22, 2026
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Dentists feel burdened, and here's why
By Melissa Busch
A new study reveals the factors that affect dentist performance and well-being.
September 22, 2026
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