Melissa Busch

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Pediatrics
Tooth fairy finally feels the economic pinch
Slowing inflation may have caught up with the tooth fairy.
February 27, 2024
Baby Tooth Girl
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
Envelope Cash
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
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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.
Buprenorphine
Regulatory Updates
How buprenorphine law changes may affect dentistry
Dental Hygienist Woman
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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Ex-dental assistant pleads guilty to assaulting sedated patients
By Melissa Busch
An ex-dental assistant accused of sexually assaulting an unconscious man and others, including children, has pleaded guilty.
January 16, 2026
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Enriched artificial saliva may protect teeth in cancer patients
By Ava Barros
An artificial saliva mouthwash may safeguard teeth in patients with head and neck cancer by reducing bacteria and aiding disease control.
January 16, 2026
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi: 'It's still OK to love fluoride'
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this video, Dr. Tom Giacobbi has a reminder about fluoride usage in today's society and the impact it has had for years.
January 16, 2026
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The golden age of dental practice: Why 2026 is your year to transform
By Dr. Lior Tamir
Discover how cloud technology, AI, and digital tools are revolutionizing dental practices in 2026.
January 16, 2026
Dental Operatory Tech Diignat
Case report reveals woman with extremely rare fused teeth
By Melissa Busch
A woman presented with an extremely rare case of bilateral fusion of her permanent lower jaw lateral incisors and canines, according to a case report.
January 15, 2026
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The looming threat facing academic dentistry
By Ava Barros
An imminent faculty shortage in dental schools threatens to jeopardize student success and strain universities.
January 15, 2026
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Podcast: The power of internal marketing in the dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Brett Allen of Marketing 32 discusses how effective communication with existing patients can lead to increased revenue and improved patient experiences.
January 15, 2026
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When definitions become barriers
By Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
Supporting dental hygiene education strengthens the workforce and protects the public, writes Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, in her latest DrBicuspid column.
January 15, 2026
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Dentist with disciplinary history cited for infection control issues
By Clark Kauffman
The sanctioned dentist's prior violations included cocaine use and sales.
January 14, 2026
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Childhood oral health linked to elevated atherosclerosis risk in adults
By Melissa Busch
Childhood oral health may be linked to a heightened risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
January 14, 2026
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This dentist's wish for her colleagues in 2026
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dr. Leana Lundt imparts her advice to fellow dentists about taking charge of your future and how to differentiate yourself in dentistry.
January 14, 2026
Dr. Leana Lundt.
Happy Teeth may help teach kids about oral health
By Ava Barros
The Happy Teeth digital app may outperform traditional methods in improving kids’ knowledge of oral health and healthy eating.
January 14, 2026
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