Dentists are among the leading prescribers of narcotics for moderate to severe acute pain following dental procedures. While short-term opioid prescriptions may not significantly harm the patient, ...

The state of Iowa has issued an emergency order restricting the practice of an Iowa dentist whose patient died in January shortly after dental implant surgery. The Iowa Dental Board alleges that in ...

Professionals who once were licensed but who no longer are. Examples include dental professionals who have moved states or countries and never became credentialed again but are still practicing, or ...

At the start of October, we reported that the Dental Innovation Alliance (DIA) collaborated with Cellerant Consulting "to drive dental industry innovation." But what does that mean, and what is the ...

In a pivotal development this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved neffy (epinephrine nasal spray) in August 2024 for emergency use in type 1 allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis.

Oral health should be evaluated with eating disorders (EDs) in mind to support patient well-being, and clinicians must know how to address oral issues in these patients, according to study findings ...

A dental assistant in Arkansas has been arrested for allegedly billing Medicaid for about $18,000 in services that were never rendered to patients, according to a press release dated October 25 from ...

In a recent post on PitchBook, a leading resource for comprehensive data, research, and insights spanning the global capital markets, private equity reporter Janelle Bradley writes in her article ...

Have you ever wondered how to turn a thriving dental practice into a ghost town? No? I haven't either, but I've got some insider secrets on what NOT to do if you want to keep your dental chairs filled ...

A professor at the Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine has developed a toothbrush with suction designed to prevent people from swallowing toothpaste, which can damage tooth enamel and lead to ...

A 40-year-old man presented with sensitivity in tooth #4 and discomfort during mastication. Clinical examination revealed caries on the distal wall of tooth #4, extending close to the pulp chamber.

Keeping your team allows for a steady increase in practice production. Furthermore, staff longevity is the best strategy to avoid all the factors of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training.