Brian Maurer

Oral Bacteria
5 ways the oral microbiome influences health and disease
Our mouth is home to the second-largest microbial community in our body known as the oral microbiome. Recently, we've come to better understand that the oral microbiome's influence extends beyond the mouth. Brian Maurer shares five systemic diseases impacted by oral bacteria.
July 11, 2022
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Police investigate patient death following dental cleaning
Police are investigating two cases in which one patient died and another went into cardiac arrest following dental cleanings.
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Why I keep saying yes: One dentist's story of a patient, a risk, and a tray of fruit
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Police investigate patient death following dental cleaning
By Melissa Busch
Police are investigating two cases in which one patient died and another went into cardiac arrest following dental cleanings.
October 21, 2026
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Why I keep saying yes: One dentist's story of a patient, a risk, and a tray of fruit
By Dr. Marie Alejandrino- Buell
A dentist who arrived in the U.S. with $400 explains how saying yes to a patient changed her life and why she keeps saying yes.
October 21, 2026
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Why a few bad Google reviews may actually help your dental practice
By Kevin Henry
Don't fear a bad Google review, says Dr. Len Tau. Under Google's new rules, here's how to ask patients for feedback.
October 21, 2026
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Man accused of gunning down dentist dies in shootout with police
By Melissa Busch
A loose tooth sparked a deadly confrontation that ended in tragedy and bloodshed.
October 20, 2026
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Prosthodontist accused of running drug ‘party house’
By Melissa Busch
A prosthodontist was charged with two felony charges for allegedly running a "party house."
October 20, 2026
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This may have a positive effect on adult oral health
By Melissa Busch
Childhood dental habits may help as you grow older, according to a study.
October 20, 2026
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Why is Mom still making the dental appointment?
By Dr. Jennifer You
Dr. Jennifer You has some ideas on how dental practices can help young patients take ownership of their healthcare.
October 20, 2026
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Dentist to pay to settle U.S. privacy allegations
By Melissa Busch
A dentist accused of failing to provide timely access to a patient’s protected health information has agreed to settle the case.
October 19, 2026
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Critical cybersecurity questions you must ask before buying a dental practice
By Tasha Dickinson
A practice can look perfect and hide a cybersecurity problem. Tasha Dickinson shares what buyers must ask before closing a deal.
October 19, 2026
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Do’s and don’ts for improving practice production
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
It is possible to increase practice production 10% year over year, says Dr. Roger P. Levin. There are two methods within reach to achieve steady growth.
October 19, 2026
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Should your dental practice surcharge credit cards? A CPA discusses cutting processing fees.
By Kevin Henry
Most dental practices don't know their credit card rates, says CPA Doug Fettig. Surcharging could return nearly 3% to the bottom line.
October 19, 2026
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Dentist enters plea, avoiding trial
By Melissa Busch
A dentist sidesteps trial with a no-contest plea.
October 16, 2026
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