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Dentist who went missing in Wyo. presumed dead
The retired dentist who went missing in the Wyoming wilderness during a hiking trip in early September is presumed dead, according to a news story.
September 13, 2023
Dr. Steve Keller. Image courtesy of Betsy Briggs Miller/Facebook.
Team Management
Dentists are on the move. Where may surprise you.
From 2019 to 2022, nearly 6% of practicing dentists changed states, according to data from the ADA Health Policy Institute.
September 13, 2023
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Legal Issues
Pa. sues dental group for loan scam targeting older patients
Pennsylvania is suing a dental practice for allegedly misleading patients -- mostly seniors on fixed incomes -- into obtaining loans to pay for procedures.
September 12, 2023
Lawsuit
Dental Hygiene
Dental hygienist looks for love on 'The Golden Bachelor'
A Connecticut dental hygienist will try to win the heart of an Indiana patriarch on the new dating reality show “The Golden Bachelor,” which airs in September.
September 12, 2023
Roses Red Heart
Industry Updates
Company linked to TB-tainted bone grafts rebrands
Aziyo Biologics, the company that supplied tuberculosis (TB)-infected bone grafts that were used in three dozen dental and medical procedures and led to two patient deaths, has changed its name.
September 11, 2023
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Interdental brushing with toothpaste may be a big no-no
Cleaning your teeth with interdental brushes in combination with toothpaste may cause approximal dentin abrasion, according to an in vitro study.
September 11, 2023
A 66-year-old man who received periodontal therapy two to three times annually presented at the dental office with buccal and interproximal tooth substance loss due to interdental brushing with medium- to high-abrasive toothpastes. Images courtesy of Schmidlin et al. Licensed by CC BY 4.0.
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Dentist remains missing in Wyo. wilderness
Search and rescue teams continue to search for a California dentist who disappeared on September 2 during a hiking trip in Wyoming, according to news reports.
September 8, 2023
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Sedation
1 in 12 cases of dental sedation in kids lead to problems
Adverse events, including airway and breathing complications, occur in 1 in 12 instances of deep sedation performed in children at outpatient dental settings.
September 7, 2023
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Antibiotics
Preventive antibiotics may affect bone healing in implant surgery
Antibiotic prophylaxis in healthy patients may lead to changes that affect bone wound healing after dental implant surgery.
September 6, 2023
Dental Implant Placement
Oral Bacteria
This warm, subtly spicy root may improve bad breath
Using a mouthwash containing Glycyrrhiza uralensis extract may improve bad breath, according to a study.
August 31, 2023
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U.S. charges reveal massive dental practice embezzlement
An Illinois woman faces federal charges stemming from a staggering theft from her former employer.
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Regulatory Updates
How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry
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Scope of Practice
ADHA adopts policies affecting scope of practice, licensure, more
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Fake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested again
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Cellerant CEO podcast series: AIOBIO and dental technology
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
DrBicuspid's Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry speaks with Drs. Hong Cheol Yoon and Michael Miyasaki about AIOBIO's innovative biofluorescence technology.
November 25, 2025
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Dentist accused in fatal hit-and-run gets no jail time
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who entered a no-contest plea to a 2023 fatal hit-and-run was sentenced to one year of probation, avoiding any jail time.
November 24, 2025
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Asthma inhaler use may cause tooth wear
By Melissa Busch
Children and teens with asthma who use inhalers may experience significantly more tooth wear, specifically on buccal and labial surfaces.
November 24, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for strategically accumulating wealth
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
With careful planning, saving, and sage advice from Dr. Roger P. Levin, dentists can achieve financial independence.
November 24, 2025
Levin Practice Success 400
Orthodontic practice settles improper billing allegations
By Melissa Busch
An orthodontic practice agreed to pay nearly $600,000 to settle claims it knowingly and improperly billed Oklahoma's Medicaid program.
November 21, 2025
Agreement Legal Settlement
More than one-third of kids don't receive oral healthcare
By Ava Barros
More than one-third of children aren’t getting dental care, but better public insurance and enrollment could change that, reports a JADA study.
November 21, 2025
Dental Exam Girl
Podcast: Why deeper connection in dentistry matters
By Kevin Henry
In this podcast, sponsored by GC America, Bart Foster explains how authenticity unlocks greater happiness, improves performance, and strengthens teams.
November 21, 2025
Dr Bicuspid Podcast 400
Podcast: What dental practices and patients need to know about the Fair Financing Principles
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Sonia Williams of Synchrony Financial joins the podcast to discuss dental financing and how clinicians can help patients overcome care barriers.
November 21, 2025
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi gives you a look inside 3D printing in the dental practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi is back with a closer look at a technology that is evolving for dental practices: 3D printing.
November 21, 2025
Just A Minute Doc 400
Ex-dental worker accused of major theft from employer pleads
By Melissa Busch
A former practice employee accused of stealing over $500,000 from her employer pleaded not guilty and requested a jury trial.
November 20, 2025
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What to know about the 2026 Chicago Midwinter Meeting
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Chicago Midwinter Meeting is a top annual highlight. Dr. Phil Schefke, Chicago Dental Society's 2026 president, shares what to expect.
November 20, 2025
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The importance of budgeting in running a successful practice
By Jim Boltz, Bruce Wickham
Budgeting transforms guesswork into strategic planning, helping owner-dentists set goals, manage costs, and make confident business decisions with clarity.
November 20, 2025
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