8 dentists making headlines

Here's the latest roundup of dentists making headlines.

1. Providence, R.I., dentist Larry Levin, DDS, has a practice in the Bahamas and is committed to helping in the hurricane relief efforts after Dorian's destruction across many islands.

2. Pankaj Goyal, DDS, who lost his license to practice in Arizona, allegedly was seen teaching sedation and treating patients during a week-long course in Ohio.

3. Knoxville, Tenn., dentist Clarence “Buzz” Nabers, DDS, has been accused of submitting forged certifications, improperly sterilizing tools, and asking dental hygienists and assistants to perform duties beyond their scope for four months in 2018.

4. The New Hampshire attorney general's office ended its investigation of pediatric dentist Blake Wullbrandt, DDS, finding no evidence to support criminal charges.

5. East Syracuse, N.Y.-based Aspen Dental has opened a new practice in Camden, S.C., which is led by Elizabeth Himel, DDS.

6. Howard Levitt, DDS, of Brookfield, Conn.-based Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, launched a website to improve existing patients' experience and attract new patients.

7. Nicholas Harker, DDS, has been accused of prescribing opioids to his sister and taking them for himself.

8. James D'Alise, DDS, a former Oak Brook, Ill.-based dentist, was arrested Aug. 16 for allegedly practicing dentistry without a license.

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