Melissa Busch

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DSO
Top 5 fastest-growing DSOs in the U.S.
The top five fastest-growing DSOs in the U.S. include Specialty Dental Brands, which grew by about 40%.
June 15, 2023
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Restorations
ADHD drug may increase patients' restorative care needs
Adults taking medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may need more restorations, according to a study.
June 14, 2023
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DSO
Top 10 largest DSOs include a mix of oldies and newbies
Heartland Dental remains the largest DSO in the U.S. However, the top 10 largest DSOs list also includes some surprises.
June 14, 2023
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Orofacial Pain
Is fentanyl key to treating difficult-to-sedate patients?
Adding fentanyl to midazolam for conscious sedation may improve dental operating conditions for patients.
June 13, 2023
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Dental Education
Dental hygiene, dental assistant graduation rates fall
Graduation rates for dental hygiene and dental assistant students have declined, according to a report.
June 9, 2023
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Legal Issues
Dental technician cops to precious metal theft at veterans clinic
A dental technician admitted to stealing precious metals from a U.S. Veterans Affairs dental clinic.
June 9, 2023
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Marketing
Is your practice’s social media affecting patient retention?
More than 8 in 10 patients who switched dentists reported that their dental office’s social media influenced their decision, according to a study.
June 8, 2023
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Fluoride
Fluoride varnish no more effective than placebo in preventing kids' caries
Topical application of a fluoride varnish was not any more effective than placebo in a trial for preventing approximal caries.
June 7, 2023
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Fluoride
CDC: Fluoride levels in water systems too low to stop caries
Some public water systems were below optimal fluoridation levels, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
June 6, 2023
Water Drink
TMJ/TMD
Can dental general anesthesia contribute to TMD in kids?
A review questions whether dental care performed under general anesthesia may contribute to temporomandibular disorder (TMD) in children.
June 2, 2023
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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.
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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
Woman Handcuffs
Legal Issues
Fake dental assistant accused of disfiguring woman arrested again
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Podcast: What impact will the merger of dental examining boards have on dentistry?
By Kevin Henry
Alexander Vandiver, CEO of the American Board of Dental Examiners, discusses licensure changes, exam portability in exams, and what's next for dentistry.
October 29, 2025
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Clinical tip: The importance of lab work for specific dental cases
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Chris Campbell emphasizes the importance of lab work in some dental cases, particularly when treating adolescents or children with trauma.
October 29, 2025
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Dentist fined in death of implant surgery patient
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who performed implant surgery on an 81-year-old woman has agreed to resolve the case.
October 28, 2025
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Want to live? Maybe keep your teeth
By Melissa Busch
The risk of all-cause death appeared to rise significantly with the rapid progression of tooth loss, according to a study.
October 28, 2025
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What dental practices need to know about Halloween emergencies
By Kevin Henry
What can your dental practice do to prep for Halloween candy-related emergencies? We asked Dr. Jason Auerbach for his tips.
October 28, 2025
Dentist Exam Woman
Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?
By Melissa Busch
About 1 in 10 pediatric dental visits involving opioids were linked to overdose or persistent use.
October 27, 2025
Pediatric Dentist Matea Michelangeli
Smartphone imaging may be key to early oral cancer diagnosis
By Ava Barros
Rice University researchers created an affordable smartphone-based imaging system to support the early detection of potential oral cancers.
October 27, 2025
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How to confidently collect in your dental practice at the time of service
By Ashley Bond
Confidently request and receive payment at the time of service using these tips from Ashley Bond.
October 27, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for evaluating your financial factors
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Providing excellent patient care alone won’t fund your future. Dr. Roger P. Levin reveals the financial factors that ensure a secure retirement.
October 27, 2025
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Man sentenced for assaulting women he promised teeth whitening
By Melissa Busch
A man convicted of sexually assaulting women, including those he lured into his teeth whitening salon, was sentenced to 26 years in prison.
October 24, 2025
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There may be an issue with women and root canals. Period
By Ava Barros
Women receiving root canal treatment may experience increased dental anxiety during certain phases of their menstrual cycle, a Scientific Reports study asserts.
October 24, 2025
Woman Dentist Toothache 400
The importance of adding medical billing to the dental practice
By Christine Taxin
Mastering dental and medical insurance is vital for dental practices to optimize their reimbursement processes, writes Christine Taxin.
October 24, 2025
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