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 ...

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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 ...

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.

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 ...

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.

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.

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 U.S. Army dentist accused of sexual harassment, including reportedly referring to a woman as "Master Sgt. Barbie" and making comments about her appearance, has pleaded guilty, according to a story ...

Epinephrine is an essential tool in dental care, playing a critical role in pain management and procedural control. Most commonly, we use it to enhance the duration of local anesthesia, decrease ...

The Iowa dentist who was convicted in April of public intoxication after performing a root canal on a patient is still waiting for the Iowa Dental Board's final action in the case. Late last year, the ...