Arizona dentist indicted for failing to report patient abuse
Dentists must understand mandatory abuse reporting laws to protect patients and avoid criminal liability.
Patient Safety
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Three unlicensed dentistry cases charged in US
US enforcement action against unlicensed dental practitioners. Relevant for understanding state board jurisdiction and patient safety risks.
Oklahoma dental assistant sentenced to 55 years for assaulting sedated patients
Landmark criminal case highlighting gaps in patient safety during sedation. Review your practice's monitoring and staff protocols now.
Ohio woman charged with unlicensed dentistry, $400K in proceeds
Case illustrates how unlicensed dental operations generate revenue over years, raising patient safety and regulatory enforcement questions.
Unlicensed dentist charged with first-degree murder in New York
Case shows risks of unlicensed dental practice and importance of credential verification for patient safety.
California dentist sentenced to 300 days jail for sexual assault of patients
Case study in patient vulnerability during anesthesia and professional accountability in dental practice.
ADA updates sedation and general anesthesia guidelines
ADA sedation and anesthesia guidelines revised for first time in nine years; practices should review protocols.
Utah man charged with practicing dentistry without license
Enforcement action against unlicensed dental practice in Utah illustrates state boards' role in protecting patients.
Four dentists disciplined by state boards in 2026
State boards disciplining dentists for fraud, patient harm, and overdiagnosis. Know your board's enforcement actions.
Scoping review reveals safety risks of counterfeit endodontic files
Counterfeit endodontic files pose documented mechanical risks. Verify supplier credentials and avoid suspiciously discounted instruments.