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Dec 13, 2011

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Gavel Scale Justice

Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam

November 14, 2024

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NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior

November 14, 2024

Things that affect patients' access to dental care

November 14, 2024

Addressing bullying in your dental practice

November 14, 2024

Dental manager gets hefty prison term for $6M scam

By Melissa Busch

A dental clinic manager was sentenced for his role in a $6 million bribery scheme in which bribes were paid to refer Medicaid-insured children to the Texas dental practice where he was employed.

November 14, 2024

Gavel Scale Justice

NIDCR director on leave due to probe into her alleged behavior

By Melissa Busch

The director of the U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) has been on paid administrative leave for eight months while her alleged behavior is being investigated.

November 14, 2024

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Things that affect patients' access to dental care

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A new report highlights that improving oral health requires understanding the specific needs and barriers faced by underserved populations.

November 14, 2024

Addressing bullying in your dental practice

Employees who refuse to change their behavior or comply with standards have no place in your dental practice, Lisa Lash writes. Here's how to address bullying behavior in your workplace.

November 14, 2024

'OK, Google,' when is a retainer also a smart device?

By Karie Neeley Anderson

Researchers have unveiled a smart wearable dental brace that captures never-before-seen in-mouth data that may lead to breakthrough treatments for conditions like bruxism and motor impairments.

November 14, 2024

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Here's what landed one dental practice in hot water with OSHA

In the hopes of raising awareness for other dental practices, compliance expert Linda Harvey shares what caused a New England practice to recently be handed a stiff U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fine.

November 14, 2024

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VOC exposure linked to periodontitis

Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be positively linked to periodontitis, highlighting the need for policies to address their impact, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.

November 13, 2024

Industrial Emissions Mark

5 reasons why now is the time for annual planning in your dental practice

As we near the end of 2024, annual planning is a crucial practice for dental offices aiming to thrive in a competitive, ever-evolving landscape. Here's why and how to make it happen in your practice.

November 13, 2024

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Case report: Class II pulp cap restoration using an advanced composite resin

By Dr. Jorge F. Zapata

In this case study, Dr. Jorge F. Zapata explains how he used immediate dentin sealing and a resin coating technique to achieve a functional and aesthetic restoration.

November 13, 2024

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Dental prostheses may be linked to liver function changes

By Melissa Busch

Higher numbers of fixed dental prostheses, which contain metal components, may be correlated with blood lead levels and changes in liver function.

November 13, 2024

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A smart hack for an implant-supported denture

A technique published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry entails a magnetic system using reference points for enhanced stability and safety.

November 13, 2024

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Dentist arrested for inappropriate contact with patients

By Melissa Busch

A dentist accused of engaging in inappropriate conduct with patients has been arrested, according to police.

November 12, 2024

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