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Wellness
Cuspies 2023 winners showcase diversity of dentistry
DrBicuspid.com is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Cuspies awards. The people, products, and events that took home a trophy reflect the increasingly global and demographic diversity of the profession, as well as the mental health toll experienced by many dental professionals.
January 30, 2023
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Insurance
ADA urges dentists to oppose dental in Medicare Part B
The ADA is encouraging dentists to contact U.S. lawmakers and voice their opposition to adding a dental benefit to Medicare Part B, according to an alert from the ADA's Legislative Action Center. The proposal to add oral healthcare to Medicare is part of the congressional budget bill currently being considered.
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Dental Practice
A mid-Midwinter update from the DrBicuspid editors
The Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting is just about halfway through. Editor-in-Chief Theresa Pablos and Associate Editor Melissa Busch took a break from their coverage to provide an update on the clinical content, virtual format, and what to expect on the website next week.
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Ex-employee accused of stealing from DSO practice
A former employee accused of stealing from the dental service organization (DSO) practice where she worked has been arrested.
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Office Management
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Clinical
Clinical tips on Instagram? Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares 3 influencers dentists should follow
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Ex-employee accused of stealing from DSO practice
By Melissa Busch
A former employee accused of stealing from the dental service organization (DSO) practice where she worked has been arrested.
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How stress affects tooth decay in kids
By Ava Barros
A Journal of Dentistry study reports that childhood stress may affect kids' oral health in ways like increased caries risk, emphasizing the need for dentists to address psychological factors.
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How dentists are reworking their schedules for better profits
By Javeria Rameez Naqvi
From the outside, your practice looks healthy. However, when you check your numbers, the profit margins tell a different story. How do you change the story? Javeria Rameez Naqvi shares some ideas.
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Clinical tips on Instagram? Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares 3 influencers dentists should follow
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Ready to level up your clinical knowledge on Instagram? Dr. Tom Giacobbi suggests following these three influencers.
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Dentist, practice sued for allegedly busting patient’s jaw
By Melissa Busch
A patient who claims her jaw was broken during a third-molar surgery because she didn't have enough anesthesia has filed a lawsuit against the dentist and the dental practice.
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DSO leaders share their top priorities for fall 2025
By Beth Gaddis
Six executives at Dykema’s 12th Annual DSO Conference shared their top priorities for the rest of the year, and their insights offer a clear look at where the industry is heading.
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Got a hobby? What you do may make you a better dentist
By Melissa Busch
Having a hobby may be beneficial to improving dentistry skills, according to a new study.
August 14, 2025
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The AI revolution in dentistry: What you need to know
Anne Genge, an expert in the field of privacy and security, addresses the implications of AI in dentistry, focusing on its applications, patient privacy, compliance, and the future of dental practices.
August 13, 2025
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Ex-dental worker accused in teeth-whitening scam sentenced
By Melissa Busch
An ex-dental employee accused of tampering with a work computer after she was fired and illegally performing teeth whitening offsite has been sentenced.
August 13, 2025
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These factors may affect tooth loss in younger gum disease patients
By Ava Barros
Patients under age 36 with severe gum disease, limited education, and a history of smoking may be at greater risk of tooth loss, reports a study published in the Journal of Periodontology.
August 13, 2025
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Clinical tip: Your checklist for dental implants and CBCT
By Kevin Henry
Are you using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging correctly when planning dental implants? This clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS, explains how CBCT can benefit you and your patients even more.
August 13, 2025
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Dentist, stylist fight over deceased bigamist husband’s millions
By Melissa Busch
A dentist and a beautician who married the same man five years apart in Las Vegas are battling over his multimillion-dollar estate.
August 12, 2025
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