Myrtle Beach Dental Office Rocked by $600K Embezzlement Arrest
A former employee at a Myrtle Beach dental practice is accused of stealing more than $600,000 over an 18-month period before being arrested by US Marshals.
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Kickback Scheme Costs Two Connecticut Dentists More Than $700K
A federal investigation found that two dissolved Connecticut dental practices used patient recruiters to generate Medicaid business, violating state and federal false claims laws. The dentists have agreed to repay more than $714,000 after…
Oral Health Leaders Press CMS to Restore Chief Dental Officer Role
A broad coalition of dental and health organizations is urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to swiftly appoint a new Chief Dental Officer and keep the position within the Office of the Administrator. Leaders argue that…
Dental Therapy Takes Center Stage in California
As support for dental therapy grows across the United States, the 2025 National Dental Therapy Conference will bring together leaders shaping the future of this midlevel practitioner role. As momentum builds, California’s dental community,…
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Is Spreading Like Wildfire This Season
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is making the rounds again, and oral health professionals are often the first to spot the painful little mouth blisters hiding behind a seemingly routine checkup. Knowing what it looks like and what to do next…
How Dental Spas Turn Stress-Free Smiles Into Serious Revenue
Dental spas blend dentistry with day-spa vibes, transforming routine appointments into cozy, anxiety-melting wellness experiences. And here’s the bonus: those calming touches don’t just soothe patients, they also create fresh, high-margin…
Arkansas’ Oral Health Checkup Isn’t Pretty but There’s Hope
New data from United for ALICE shows that lower-income Arkansans face steeper oral health challenges than the national average, from fewer dental visits to higher tooth loss. The gaps are wide, but the numbers offer a roadmap for oral…
Should Your Practice Add a Credit Card Surcharge?
More practices are tacking on credit card surcharges to help offset rising processing fees but not everyone’s cheering. Before you jump on board, it’s worth weighing the financial boost against the potential patient pushback.
Hands Down, OTC Pain Meds Beat Opioids After Tooth Extraction
New analysis confirms ibuprofen plus acetaminophen works just as well or better than hydrocodone for both men and women after wisdom tooth removal. Patients experienced less disruption to sleep and daily life, with fewer follow-up calls for…
Unlicensed Dental Providers Put Patients and the Profession at Risk
Reports of unlicensed individuals performing dental procedures are on the rise, leaving patients financially and physically harmed while eroding trust in legitimate oral health professionals. Strengthening oversight and patient awareness is…
