A dentist in Germany will stand trial for allegedly trying to present 20 fake Picasso paintings to several auction houses as authenticated works, according to an article by ARTnews. The man faces possible charges of unauthorized exploitation of copyrighted works and the use of fake certifications. His trial is set for January 28 in Düsseldorf District Court. The clinician from Neuss, who was not named, presented the paintings and fake
The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) has unveiled a laser training program for dental service organizations (DSOs). The DSO Laser Training Program (DLTP) will enable group practices and DSOs to receive onsite training and certification program options for dental teams, as well as access to Train the Trainer programs, according to the academy. In addition, DLTP includes 24/7 web-based training and certification options. Other benefits also are available, including a
One of the best ways to replace the gaps in your smile due to missing teeth is by getting a dental bridge. This fixed dental restoration significantly helps you achieve a strong and aesthetically pleasing bite that will last for many years, even after missing some teeth. Getting a dental bridge to replace your missing teeth will help you regain the confidence that was once lost while also preventing problems
Western Dental has launched its own brand of clear orthodontic aligners. ClearArc, which is only available at Western Dental, will be available in 233 offices in California in January 2020. They will be available at offices in Texas, Arizona, and Nevada in February 2020. The virtually invisible, stain-resistant aligner is reportedly available for 40% less than leading brands. Also, each patient is personally evaluated and treated by Western Dental orthodontists,
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Wow, did social media ever take center stage this week with some of our biggest stories. First, a dental practice in Washington state is under siege on Yelp and Facebook. Former patients and employees of a Washington dentist have lit up online review sites and social media with scathing reviews and allegations of unprofessionalism, misconduct, discrimination, questionable ethics, and mental abuse. The dentist is fighting back against
A mother in Pennsylvania was arraigned on January 14 on felony child endangerment charges for not getting dental treatment for her two 4-year-old sons. She allegedly knew her sons needed dental surgery but didn’t take them for treatment, allowing their teeth to decay and blacken, according to news reports. Alexis Desiray Mong, 25, remains free on $5,000 unsecured bail. The York County Children, Youth & Families welfare agency is actively
When Louisiana State University (LSU) earned its fourth-ever NCAA Division I football national championship on Monday night with a 42-25 win over Clemson, a Colorado dentist found himself not only smiling but back in the news again. LSU’s title was the first since quarterback Matt Mauck, led the Tigers to a national championship in 2003. Mauck went on to be drafted by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of
Elevate Oral Care and dental sealant company SelenBio have announced a distribution agreement in North America. Under the terms of the exclusive agreement, Elevate Oral Care will carry SelenBio’s DenteShield primer, surface sealant, and pit-and-fissure antimicrobial sealant products. Elevate Oral Care specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing preventive dental products.
Voco has released its Provicol QM Plus noneugenol temporary cement with calcium hydroxide. Provicol QM Plus offers strong retention and secure adhesion for temporary restorations, according to the company. The temporary cement is formulated with calcium hydroxide and can reduce postoperative sensitivity and also has antimicrobial properties to help prevent caries. Its low film thickness helps increase ease of use and accuracy of fit for placing temporary crowns, bridges, inlays,
A dental office employee in Ohio pleaded not guilty on January 10 to felony charges of stealing and tampering with drugs. She is accused of stealing fentanyl from the oral surgery center where she worked and refilling the vials with saline, according to news reports. Brittany Roehm, who also is known as Brittany Byland, was indicted on the felony charges of theft of drugs and tampering with drugs. She is
Yes, I did just ask that. And yes, I know, you’re either cheering because you’ve thought it and needed someone to say it, or you’re steaming mad and wondering why in the world yours truly is the clinical director of HuangshanDental.com. Either way, with 25 years of patient experiences behind me, I truly believe this is one of the more important clinical questions we can ask ourselves. Please don’t misunderstand
SmileDirectClub is having yet another news-filled week, announcing it will begin selling its teeth-straightening products to dentists and orthodontists. Also, the company scored a legal victory with a New Jersey court finding it does not engage in the “corporate practice of dentistry.” The Nashville-based clear-aligner company will sell its products to clinicians in 2020 to put itself in direct competition with its ex-partner, Align Techology’s Invisalign. Its supply pact with