Colin Bell, DDSeditorial@drbicuspid.comMalpracticeAnesthesia and patient safety are a team effortOral surgeon Dr. Colin Bell is in the unique position of reviewing claims for anesthesia use for a malpractice insurance company. In this role, he is often asked by dentists how they can minimize the risks of anesthesia administration. He offers a practical blueprint of essential considerations to enhance patient safety.September 9, 2019OpioidsSecond Opinion: A comparison of 2 opioid alternativesIn this Second Opinion, oral surgeon Dr. Colin Bell writes about practical pain management alternatives to opioids, focusing on two specific examples. Dr. Bell also discusses new dental codes for reimbursement while emphasizing patient safety and practitioner awareness of the ongoing opioid epidemic.May 21, 2019DSOSecond Opinion: Unique business model contributes to practice successWhen an oral surgeon in private practice found that too much time was being spent running the practice and not enough on patient care, he and his partners turned to a management services company. Dr. Colin Bell details their practical decision-making process and the advantages for their practice.October 3, 2018Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesAccused attempted murderer tries to flee after dental visitAn inmate accused of attempting to murder officers during a standoff over a stolen dog tried to escape when he was being escorted from an offsite dental appointment.RestorationsWeatherproofing technology repurposed for tooth varnishPodcastsIDS podcast: Exploring Italy's role in the global dental industryPeriodonticsWant to fight off gum disease? Maybe eat chocolate, sip coffeeSponsor ContentSave the Date! FREE Webinar on March 31!
