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Legal Issues
Woman accused of reselling $270K in stolen dental items
A woman is accused of making nearly $270,000 stealing and reselling dental products from her employer.
February 23, 2024
Search Warrant
Legal Issues
Dentist stabbed at La. practice has surgery, faces long recovery
The dentist who may have lost an eye after being stabbed multiple times by a patient while working at a practice in New Orleans on February 7 has been identified.
February 22, 2024
Dr. Katie Tran. Image courtesy of the Louisiana Dental Center.
Patient Communication
Bill aims to protect patients from 3rd-party financing
A bill introduced in Illinois would set new requirements for dentists and their employees who offer third-party financing to patients.
February 20, 2024
Patient Credit Card
Legal Issues
Dental manager convicted in $6M scam
A U.S. jury convicted a dental manager for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme to lure Medicaid-insured children to a dental practice in Texas.
February 16, 2024
Jury Chairs
Legal Issues
Employees’ dental scam leads to charges, practice closure
Employees at a now-closed dental practice in Indiana have been charged with stealing from their employer.
February 15, 2024
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Smile Design
Smile Design Insider: Size may matter when it comes to dental post survival
Looking your best, including having the best and brightest smile, is probably never more important than today, Valentine’s Day. To ensure you know all there is to know about perfecting smiles, DrBicuspid is bringing you the latest smile design news.
February 14, 2024
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Malpractice
Dentist sued for $1M following patient death
A dentist in Texas is being sued for $1 million following the death of a female patient.
February 13, 2024
Gavel Money Lawsuit
Legal Issues
Dentist attacked while working at La. practice may lose an eye
On February 7, a woman attacked a dentist and two employees who were working a dental center in New Orleans.
February 9, 2024
Woman Handcuffs
Legal Issues
Wis. employee accused of ripping off DSO Heartland Dental
A practice manager allegedly embezzled money from a dental service organization (DSO) Heartland Dental practice in Wisconsin.
February 9, 2024
Money Handcuffs
Wellness
Breaking down the link between diet and oral and mental health
Sustaining good oral health as people age may enhance nutritional status that in turn improves one's subjective psychological well-being and affects survival rates in healthy and unhealthy populations, according to a study published in PLoS One.
February 7, 2024
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Dental hygienists in the U.S. aren’t happy
Dental hygienists in the U.S. aren't satisfied with their jobs, according to a new study.
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Cracked teeth: 5 steps to diagnosis and treatment planning
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Dr. Deepika Ganne explains how to diagnose and manage cracked teeth, detailing crack types, identification techniques like transillumination and cone-beam computed tomography, and the challenges in predicting long-term outcomes.
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Oral surgeon agrees to pay $532K to settle case
By Melissa Busch
An oral surgeon has agreed to pay over $532,000 to Oklahoma to resolve claims that he allegedly fraudulently billed for tobacco cessation counseling for non-tobacco users and more.
August 5, 2025
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Gum disease may raise gastric cancer risk by up to 25%
By Ava Barros
New research links periodontal disease to a 25% increased risk of gastric cancer near the esophagus.
August 5, 2025
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Exploring the top DSO-related dental trends of 2025, Part 2
By Beth Gaddis
Dental service organization (DSO) leaders reveal the challenges they're facing and what they are doing to stay agile and resilient.
August 5, 2025
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Podcast: The power of core values in a dental practice's customer service
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Wrapping up our series on five-star customer service, Dr. Roger P. Levin emphasizes the importance of core values, mission statements, and a positive culture in building a world-class team.
August 5, 2025
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‘Reign of terror’ dentist convicted of assaulting patients, extern
By Melissa Busch
A dentist, who prosecutors said created a “reign of terror” environment, was found guilty of sex-related offenses against patients and an extern.
August 4, 2025
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Dental teams don't want to do mental health screenings
By Ava Barros
While many dental professionals support mental health screening in dental settings positively, only a minority are willing to put it into practice, according to a BMC Oral Health study.
August 4, 2025
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Is dental hygiene really a stable profession?
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Dental hygiene remains a stable, rewarding career ... if supported by the right environment, personal growth, and advocacy, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH. Success depends on navigating challenges, avoiding burnout, and embracing career development.
August 4, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for building a successful small group practice
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Adding new practices comes with financial, management, and logistical risks that dentist-owners should carefully weigh, writes Dr. Roger P. Levin.
August 4, 2025
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Man arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb a DSO practice
By Melissa Busch
A man was arrested for allegedly threatening to leave a pipe bomb at a dental service organization (DSO) practice.
August 1, 2025
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Which U.S. states will pay the most without fluoridated water?
By Melissa Busch
Dental care costs are estimated to skyrocket over five years due to the removal of fluoride from public water systems, with some states getting hit harder than others.
August 1, 2025
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Triple whammy: Why NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics don't mix in your dental chair
By Aubrey Glassberg, Dr. Lisa Chan
Dr. Lisa Chan and Aubrey Glassberg detail a scenario that plays out often in dental offices nationwide, highlighting a dangerous drug interaction.
August 1, 2025
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