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Dental Practice
Endodontist accused of stealing $8M in COVID-19 relief loans
An Oregon endodontist was arrested December 14 for allegedly stealing approximately $8 million in U.S. COVID-19 relief loans, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ charged the dentist with aggravated identity theft and wire fraud.
December 16, 2021
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Imaging Systems
Military uses dental CAD to create custom radiation boluses
Members of the U.S. military have developed a way to use dental CAD equipment to scan faces and create custom devices that provide safer, more effective targeted radiation therapy, according to news published on December 13 by the U.S. Air Force.
December 16, 2021
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Snap fix: Clinicians use bra hooks for condylar break
With no typical intermaxillary fixation materials available, clinicians used bra hooks to facilitate the treatment of a woman's condylar fracture, according to a technical note published on December 13 in the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
December 14, 2021
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Dental Practice
Higher costs, future COVID-19 shutdowns weigh on dentists
As the pandemic continues, dentists remain concerned about higher operating expenses, another COVID-19-related shutdown, and employees' inability to come to work, according to a study published online December 12 in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
December 13, 2021
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DSO
DSO Aspen Dental hit with deceptive advertising lawsuit
Massachusetts filed a lawsuit on December 9 against dental service organization (DSO) Aspen Dental Management for allegedly running a series of bait-and-switch advertisements that resulted in unexpected costs for thousands of patients.
December 12, 2021
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Periodontics
It may be time to urge patients to use powered toothbrushes
Do you want patients to clean their teeth better? Then it may be time to recommend switching from a manual toothbrush to a powered toothbrush, according to a review article published on December 7 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene.
December 9, 2021
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Cardiovascular
Pandemic linked to rise in blood pressure among U.S. adults
In the U.S., adults experienced a significant spike in blood pressure during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a research letter published on December 6 in Circulation. The rise in blood pressure was observed even in those who did not get COVID-19.
December 8, 2021
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Dental Hygiene
Ky. football player scores big with dental hygiene ad
College football standout Josh Paschal, a defensive end for the Kentucky Wildcats, has been dubbed a "game wrecker" for blowing out opposing teams' plays before they barely begin. Now, he's using those skills to defend children against tooth decay.
December 7, 2021
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Oral Bacteria
Man's pulled wisdom tooth leads to dangerous lung abscess
A healthy 45-year-old man experienced respiratory failure due to a giant life-threatening lung abscess caused by oral bacteria stemming from a wisdom tooth extraction. The case report was published in the December issue of Chest.
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Dental Practice
U.S. kids' preventive dental care slipped during pandemic
Fewer children had dental exams or cleanings in 2020 than in the prior year, according to results released on December 3 from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's 2019-2020 National Health Interview Survey.
December 6, 2021
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Dental Education
Dental school dean resigns over antisemitic images in course work
A dean of dentistry resigned following an external investigation concerning the use of antisemitic imagery in course materials.
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TMJ/TMD
TMDs may be ruining patients’ lives
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Regulatory Updates
Inside the Dental Trade Alliance’s strategy for Capitol Hill
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Legal Issues
Charges to be dismissed against ex-dental employee
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Office Management
Dr. Tom Giacobbi on rethinking your dental practice's scheduling habits
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi praises one of dentistry's unsung heroes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Tom Giacobbi pays homage to an often-overlooked piece of equipment in every dental practice: the saliva ejector.
February 27, 2026
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Dentist accused of assaulting minor hit with more charges
By Melissa Busch
New charges were filed against a dentist accused of supplying a high schooler with drugs and alcohol and assaulting her multiple times.
February 26, 2026
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Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists
By Ava Barros
A JADA study reports a woeful shortage of orofacial pain specialists in the U.S. -- approximately 531 providers for 333 million people.
February 26, 2026
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Why your RCM strategy is your biggest financial liability
By Stephen Fong
Is your practice leaving millions uncollected? Learn how AI-powered revenue cycle management (RCM) can boost profits, streamline operational efficiency, and reduce burnout.
February 26, 2026
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Dental fear: What every dentist and team member must know
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Kelly Daly is on a mission to create positive visits for people with dentophobia. Learn how dentists and team members can effectively address dental fear.
February 26, 2026
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What needs to happen for more dentists to participate in Medicare
By Melissa Busch
Medicare's dental expansion stumbled. Dental experts explain what really needs to happen to bolster participation.
February 26, 2026
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3 ways to increase hygiene production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Hygiene is your practice’s second production engine. Learn how to easily maximize production without burdening your team.
February 26, 2026
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Ex-orthodontist sentenced to 60 years in prison
By Melissa Busch
A 60-year prison sentence was ordered against an ex-orthodontist who preyed on vulnerable minors.
February 25, 2026
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What to expect from future dental implant placement
By Ava Barros
Future implantology will shift from rigid timelines to customized treatment to personalized, biologically informed approaches.
February 25, 2026
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Clinical tip: Why investing in dental technology matters
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Watch as Dr. Brett Titensor discusses how dental technology has changed how he practices and the offerings he can provide to his patients.
February 25, 2026
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Troubled dental manager convicted
By Melissa Busch
A dental manager accused of fraud, prescribing drugs, and performing dangerous procedures without a dental license was convicted.
February 24, 2026
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There may be a new reason to undergo orthodontics
By Ava Barros
Patients with this anatomical feature had a higher risk of posterior tooth loss, reports a study published in Clinical Oral Investigations.
February 24, 2026
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